Board of Education Meeting Update
March 16, 2010
The Community R-VI Board of Education met in Regular Session on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Tresa Hodges, Board President, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
The Board approved the agenda. The Board approved the February 16, 2010 Public Meeting minutes and Regular Board of Education Meeting minutes, as well as the March 8, 2010 Planning Meeting minutes. The Board approved the transfer from the general fund to the teacher's fund to cover monthly expenditures. The Board approved the monthly nurse's report. The Board reviewed and approved the A+ Partnership Plan and At Risk Program. The Board accepted the resignations of Mary Ann Burkhalter, Family and Consumer Science teacher, and Don Hanson, Vocational Agriculture teacher. The Board reviewed and approved the Health Services and Technology evaluations. The Board approved payment of the March 2010 bills.
Melanie Utterback, middle school science teacher, and Bethany Curtis, middle school math teacher, made a presentation regarding the Interface Conference that they attended in February. Emma Jaccarino, technical director, gave a “State of the Technology” report. Mrs. Jaccarino discussed progress that has been made during this school year, as well as goals for the upcoming school year.
Tresa Hodges recognized Natalie Gibson for receiving the Exemplary New Principal Award at the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) conference, which was held March 13-16, 2010 at Tan-Tar-A. Ms. Hodges read thank you notes from Dennis Wehrman (Patricia Pazdera) family, Rebecca McCurdy, and Natalie Gibson.
There were no Board comments.
The Board heard presentations regarding Dr. Steve Wolf and the Board’s decision not to extend his contract into the 2010-2011 school year. Presentations were given by Megan Goodwin and Chance Evans, student body spokespersons; Linda Gastler, patrons of the District spokesperson; and Vicki Briggs, staff spokesperson. Esther Smith, District patron, addressed the patrons.
There was no old business.
The Board voted to certify the April 6, 2010 election results, swear in new members, and elect officers at the April 20, 2010 Board meeting. The Board voted to accept the three-year contract bid from Gerding, Korte, and Chitwood for District auditors. The Board voted to accept the five-year contract bid from KOPI, a Jefferson City, Missouri copier equipment company.
Arlen Provancha, Superintendent, gave the monthly Transportation Report. Mr. Provancha recommended the Board hire a certified, half-time teacher to fill the Family and Consumer Science position by July 1, 2010. If the position is not filled by that date, the Board will revisit its options.
Natalie Gibson, Elementary Principal, presented the elementary attendance report. She stated that student-led conferences were held. She presented information on the “What” and “Where” Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) referrals.
Mrs. Gibson reported “Making a Splash” will be the summer school theme. Students will study reading and math in the mornings and science and social studies in the afternoons. Mrs. Gibson reported that she and Barb Swaim, cafeteria manager, attended a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) meeting regarding the summer foods program.
Mrs. Gibson reported that 53 students had visited the University of Missouri Art Gallery to see the Famous Missouri People exhibit. This was an A and B field trip to reward third through sixth grade students. Mrs. Gibson invited Board members to attend the MAP Recognition Night, which will be held March 18, 2010. Lastly, Mrs. Gibson gave an update regarding the St. Louis Cardinals ticket reward system for those students who achieve an Advanced or Proficient score, or a 10 point gain, on the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) test.
Steven Wolf, Secondary Principal, provided the middle/high school attendance report. Dr. Wolf presented data on the credit recovery class and the In School Suspension (ISS) tardy report. He stated that 170 visits were made during the February 24 and 25 parent teacher conferences. He announced we had several students who received honors in All Conference Basketball and All District Basketball. Dr. Wolf mentioned the choir and band received a II (2) rating at the CMU Music Festival.
Dr. Wolf reviewed the upcoming band and choir trip to Branson, Missouri for Branson Live. The trip will allow 45 students the opportunity to participate and perform in a show. The Board voted to approve the band and choir fundraiser, which will help fund the trip.
Dr. Wolf reported that the secondary schools are holding fundraisers to offset the purchase cost of the Cardinals game tickets. He reported that the student handbook is being updated and that the there is an application for the high school to be designated as a Missouri State High School Athletic Association (MSHSAA) Leadership School. Dr. Wolf reported the student attendance committee has met and he gave an update on the A+ application process. He stated that the science department is working on an Envirothon and conservation project.
Dr. Wolf discussed the Missouri Option Program. He gave an update on the Interactive Television (ITV) program and that local class schedules may have to more closely align with that of the colleges. In addition, the current ITV equipment may need to be updated.
Dr. Wolf stated Mrs. French, high school counselor, is working with students to develop their class schedules. She has updated the course description handbook. Dr. Wolf recommended that personal finance and childcare classes be taught by the FACS teacher and that explorer and advanced computer classes be taught by Michael Boedeker, business teacher. He mentioned that a culinary arts class may be an option, if it is offered at the Hart Career Center.
Dr. Wolf reviewed Future Farmers of America (FFA) minutes and reports. He discussed coordination of the computer aided drafting (CAD) program with the FFA program and FFA crops. Discussion ensued. The Board reached a consensus to plant crops this spring.
At 9:15 p.m., Kevin Deimeke made a motion to move into Executive Session. Glenn Jensen seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Deimeke, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, Mr. Jensen, and Mr. Sims. Nays – 0. Motion carried 6-0.
Glenn Jensen made a motion to approve the February 16, 2010 Executive Session minutes. Scott Sims seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Deimeke, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, Mr. Jensen, and Mr. Sims. Nays – 0. Motion carried 6-0.
Mrs. Gibson presented evaluations for the following probationary teachers: Darla Deimeke, Darla Haines, Patricia Pazdera, Julie Hunt, Nicole Poindexter, Karen Stone, and Shantá Wheeler. Mrs. Gibson recommended continued employment for all probationary teachers. Mrs. Gibson noted that beginning with the 2010-2011 school year, Karen Stone will have achieved tenure status. Mrs. Gibson recommended rehire for all teachers.
Dr. Wolf presented evaluations for the following secondary teachers: James Benson, Bart Bockenstedt, Michael Boedeker, Vicki Briggs, Jim Brink, Brad Brown, Bethany Curtis, Bob Curtis, Eva Eikel, Bob Fischer, Jenelle French, Holly Gemes, Kim Hart, Kate Healy, Missy McCoskey, Rebecca McCurdy, Sonja Sommer, Melanie Utterback, Matthew Wessel, and Rose Wilburn. Dr. Wolf recommended rehire for all teachers.
Glenn Jensen made a motion to offer contracts for the 2010-2011 school year to Nicole Poindexter and Darla Deimeke. Scott Sims seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, Mr. Jensen, and Mr. Sims. Nays – 0. Abstain – Mr. Deimeke. Motion carried 5-0-1. Mr. Deimeke did not participate in the vote due to first-degree relationship with Darla Deimeke and Nicole Poindexter.
Scott Sims made a motion to offer employment to the remaining elementary and secondary teachers for the 2010-2011 school year. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Deimeke, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, Mr. Jensen, and Mr. Sims. Nays-0. Motion carried 6-0.
Dr. Wolf requested permission to address the Board. President Hodges granted Dr. Wolf permission. Dr. Wolf asked the Board to discuss reasons why he was not rehired for the 2010-2011 school year. Discussion ensued. President Hodges dismissed Dr. Wolf. Discussion ensued.
Andrew Fairchild made a motion to reconsider extending a contract to Steven Wolf for the 2010-2011 school year. Tresa Hodges seconded the motion. Discussion ensued. Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, and Mr. Sims. Nays – Mr. Deimeke and Mr. Jensen. Motion carried 4-2.
Scott Sims made a motion to return to Regular Session at 12:21 a.m. Glenn Jensen seconded the motion. Yeas – Mr. Bohr, Mr. Deimeke, Mr. Fairchild, Ms. Hodges, Mr. Jensen, and Mr. Sims. Nays – 0. Motion carried 6-0.
Kevin Deimeke stated that this may be his last meeting, due to the April 6, 2010 election. He commented that his Board experience has been memorable. The Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 12:22 a.m.