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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #912
MILACA, MINNESOTA 56353
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 6:30 pm
Board Room
REGULAR BOARD MEETING – 6:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- Chairperson, Pat Nelson
II. ROLL CALL - CLERK Those present: Those absent:
Voting Rotation: Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson, Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson, Jeff Larson
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
IV. PUBLIC FORUM – 6:40 PM-
Open forum is a specific time set aside during School Board Meetings for members of the public to communicate to the board, even if they are not on the agenda. To participate in the open forum, please sign in on the clipboard before the meeting is called to order.
Guidelines for the open forum:
- When your name is called, please stand. Remember to state your name, address and the organization you represent. Please limit your comments to five minutes, with a maximum of 15 minutes per topic. These limitations are needed to run a timely and orderly board meeting.
- Most information about students is also private under Minnesota law. The Board cannot allow public discussion of information that could identify individual students.
- Personnel matters should not be discussed because most of those issues are private under Minnesota law. If you have a concern with a district staff member, try to resolve the issue with the individual. If you cannot resolve the issue, follow the district's chain of command.
- The School Board is eager to listen to your remarks; however, Board Members are not able to debate issues that arise during the open forum. The forum is an opportunity for the citizens to speak and the board to listen. Items brought before the Board through the Public Forum may be answered immediately if the information is known, or referred either to the Administration or to a Board Committee for further study. If issues presented at Public Forum need further Board action and are unrelated to the current meeting agenda, the item will be placed on a future agenda for action.
- We urge participants in the forum to model civil, respectful speech on topics appropriate for the forum. Thank you so much for your willingness to present your thoughts and questions to us. (See School District Policy 206 Public Participation in School Board Meetings for further information. This policy, in its entirety, can be found under Policies on the School District Web site.)
V. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda is used for those items on the agenda that usually do not require discussion or explanation as to the reason for board action. At the request of any individual school board member, an item shall be removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda for discussion.
A. Approval of Minutes (See Enclosure #1 on the web site)
Minutes of the Regular and Closed Meeting held on January 18, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Register
- Detail
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
1/10 /11 $455,000.00
1/18 /11 $888.70
1/18 /11 $34,170.93
1/24 /11 $805,000.00
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Revise Long Term Sub Contract, Patricia Zumberge, BA, Step 1, 1.0 FTE, $8,347, effective January 18 – March 25, 2011 (was previously approved at $6,718, effective January 18 – March 14, 2011)
2. Hire Damian Fish, Homebound Instructor, $24/hour, effective February 7, 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Accept the resignation of Leah Ronko, Paraprofessional, effective February 2, 2011
2. Extend the maternity leave for Sarah Larsen, January 9 – March 25, 2011 (Original return date was March 11, 2011)
E. Third Reading and Approval of the Following Policies (Enclosure #3 on the web site):
Policy 613 – Graduation Requirements
Policy 410 – Family and Medical Leave Policy
F. Approve the 2011-2012 School Calendar (Enclosure #4)
G. Approve the Overnight Trip for Girls Golf Tournament at Giant’s Ridge Golf Course in Biwabik, MN, May 6-8, 2011
This trip will include 6-8 students and the coach. There will be no missed school days for this trip. The cost to the district is approximately $600-700, which has been raised through fundraising and will be paid from the student activity account. There will be no out of pocket cost for the students involved.
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda.
VI. PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS/COORDINATORS REPORT
A. High School Principal
B. Elementary Principal
1. All Day Every Day Kindergarten
C. Activities Director
D. Food Service Director
E. Community Education Director
1. Pre School with Extended Daycare
F. Curriculum Director
G. Business Manager Report
1. Update on financial picture of district (Enclosure #5)
VII. ITEMS ON WHICH BOARD DISCUSSION AND ACTION IS REQUESTED
A. Approval of Treasurer’s Report (Enclosure #6)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Discussion and Approval of Postponing the Curriculum Adoption Cycle by One Year
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve postponing the Curriculum Adoption Cycle by One Year.
C. Adopt Resolution Honoring Paraprofessionals February 28 – March 4, 2011
The Governor of Minnesota annually recognizes Paraprofessionals in the state for their exceptional service. We have traditionally done the same. On behalf of the School Board and Administration, a special thank you is also extended to these individuals who help us and assist numerous students in their education.
MOTION BY ____________________ to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, we recognize the work performed by paraprofessionals within our school system within but not limited to the area of educational assistance, pupil support, special education, tutoring, job coaching, lunchroom and playground supervision, hall monitoring, media center assistance, lunch room ticket selling and monitoring, and health services,
WHEREAS, we appreciate the services rendered to both Milaca staff and students,
WHEREAS, we recognize that the State of Minnesota is also recognizing paraprofessionals during the week of February 28 – March 4, 2011,
WE DO DECLARE the week of February 28 – March 4, 2011 Paraprofessional Week within the Milaca School District and we extend our appreciation to all those paraprofessionals who are a part of our system.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by _____________, and upon a roll call vote being taken, thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
Signed on behalf of the Milaca School Board on February 15, 2011.
VIII. ITEMS OF INFORMATION AND/OR DISCUSSION ONLY
A. Committee Reports
1. Community Education Advisory Committee, January 25, 2011
2. Transportation Committee, February 1, 2011
3. Policy Committee, February 14, 2011
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
1. School Board Recognition Week, February 21-25, 2011
2. Strategic Plan Update
i. Student and Parent Perception of Staff Survey
ii. Professional Goals
iii. Open Enrollment Survey
iv. Technology Integration
v. Mentorship Program
3. Science Room Remodeling
4. Flexible Learning Year
5. SEE, February 18, 2011
B. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #7 on the web site)
X. ADJOURNMENT
So, How Are The Children?
This is a traditional greeting among the African Masai Tribe acknowledging the high value that the Masai place on their children’s well-being. Even warriors with no children of their own give the traditional answer. “All the children are well.” Meaning, that peace and safety prevail, that the priorities of protecting the young, and the powerless are in place, and that we have not forgotten our reason for being, our proper functions and responsibilities. “All the children are well” means that life is good.
Speech by Rev Patrick T. O’Neill
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MILACA SCHOOL DISTRICT GOALS
1. Goal: Focus on the Whole Individual
Objectives:
1. Model and expect respect
2. Promote ethical behavior, cultural awareness, and personal responsibility
3. Provide broad and comprehensive enrichment opportunities
4. Reach all learners
2. Goal: Define, Measure and Track Student Achievement
Objectives:
1. Identify measurable student achievement data
2. Set student achievement goals
3. Use student achievement data to drive research-based curriculum and instructional strategies
4. Evaluate and communicate student achievement
3. Goal: Operate Within a Balanced Budget Each Year
Objectives:
1. Form an advisory finance council
2. Develop a school district fund balance policy
3. Assess and adjust budget/programs as needed
4. Goal: Strengthening Community Support
Objectives:
1. Foster community trust and good will
2. Increase community involvement in school
3. Expand communication among school, family, and community
MILACA, MINNESOTA 56353
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 6:30 pm
Board Room
REGULAR BOARD MEETING – 6:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- Chairperson, Pat Nelson
II. ROLL CALL - CLERK Those present: Those absent:
Voting Rotation: Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson, Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson, Jeff Larson
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
IV. PUBLIC FORUM – 6:40 PM-
Open forum is a specific time set aside during School Board Meetings for members of the public to communicate to the board, even if they are not on the agenda. To participate in the open forum, please sign in on the clipboard before the meeting is called to order.
Guidelines for the open forum:
- When your name is called, please stand. Remember to state your name, address and the organization you represent. Please limit your comments to five minutes, with a maximum of 15 minutes per topic. These limitations are needed to run a timely and orderly board meeting.
- Most information about students is also private under Minnesota law. The Board cannot allow public discussion of information that could identify individual students.
- Personnel matters should not be discussed because most of those issues are private under Minnesota law. If you have a concern with a district staff member, try to resolve the issue with the individual. If you cannot resolve the issue, follow the district's chain of command.
- The School Board is eager to listen to your remarks; however, Board Members are not able to debate issues that arise during the open forum. The forum is an opportunity for the citizens to speak and the board to listen. Items brought before the Board through the Public Forum may be answered immediately if the information is known, or referred either to the Administration or to a Board Committee for further study. If issues presented at Public Forum need further Board action and are unrelated to the current meeting agenda, the item will be placed on a future agenda for action.
- We urge participants in the forum to model civil, respectful speech on topics appropriate for the forum. Thank you so much for your willingness to present your thoughts and questions to us. (See School District Policy 206 Public Participation in School Board Meetings for further information. This policy, in its entirety, can be found under Policies on the School District Web site.)
V. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda is used for those items on the agenda that usually do not require discussion or explanation as to the reason for board action. At the request of any individual school board member, an item shall be removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda for discussion.
A. Approval of Minutes (See Enclosure #1 on the web site)
Minutes of the Regular and Closed Meeting held on January 18, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Register
- Detail
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
1/10 /11 $455,000.00
1/18 /11 $888.70
1/18 /11 $34,170.93
1/24 /11 $805,000.00
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Revise Long Term Sub Contract, Patricia Zumberge, BA, Step 1, 1.0 FTE, $8,347, effective January 18 – March 25, 2011 (was previously approved at $6,718, effective January 18 – March 14, 2011)
2. Hire Damian Fish, Homebound Instructor, $24/hour, effective February 7, 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Accept the resignation of Leah Ronko, Paraprofessional, effective February 2, 2011
2. Extend the maternity leave for Sarah Larsen, January 9 – March 25, 2011 (Original return date was March 11, 2011)
E. Third Reading and Approval of the Following Policies (Enclosure #3 on the web site):
Policy 613 – Graduation Requirements
Policy 410 – Family and Medical Leave Policy
F. Approve the 2011-2012 School Calendar (Enclosure #4)
G. Approve the Overnight Trip for Girls Golf Tournament at Giant’s Ridge Golf Course in Biwabik, MN, May 6-8, 2011
This trip will include 6-8 students and the coach. There will be no missed school days for this trip. The cost to the district is approximately $600-700, which has been raised through fundraising and will be paid from the student activity account. There will be no out of pocket cost for the students involved.
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda.
VI. PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS/COORDINATORS REPORT
A. High School Principal
B. Elementary Principal
1. All Day Every Day Kindergarten
C. Activities Director
D. Food Service Director
E. Community Education Director
1. Pre School with Extended Daycare
F. Curriculum Director
G. Business Manager Report
1. Update on financial picture of district (Enclosure #5)
VII. ITEMS ON WHICH BOARD DISCUSSION AND ACTION IS REQUESTED
A. Approval of Treasurer’s Report (Enclosure #6)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Discussion and Approval of Postponing the Curriculum Adoption Cycle by One Year
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve postponing the Curriculum Adoption Cycle by One Year.
C. Adopt Resolution Honoring Paraprofessionals February 28 – March 4, 2011
The Governor of Minnesota annually recognizes Paraprofessionals in the state for their exceptional service. We have traditionally done the same. On behalf of the School Board and Administration, a special thank you is also extended to these individuals who help us and assist numerous students in their education.
MOTION BY ____________________ to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, we recognize the work performed by paraprofessionals within our school system within but not limited to the area of educational assistance, pupil support, special education, tutoring, job coaching, lunchroom and playground supervision, hall monitoring, media center assistance, lunch room ticket selling and monitoring, and health services,
WHEREAS, we appreciate the services rendered to both Milaca staff and students,
WHEREAS, we recognize that the State of Minnesota is also recognizing paraprofessionals during the week of February 28 – March 4, 2011,
WE DO DECLARE the week of February 28 – March 4, 2011 Paraprofessional Week within the Milaca School District and we extend our appreciation to all those paraprofessionals who are a part of our system.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by _____________, and upon a roll call vote being taken, thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
Signed on behalf of the Milaca School Board on February 15, 2011.
VIII. ITEMS OF INFORMATION AND/OR DISCUSSION ONLY
A. Committee Reports
1. Community Education Advisory Committee, January 25, 2011
2. Transportation Committee, February 1, 2011
3. Policy Committee, February 14, 2011
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
1. School Board Recognition Week, February 21-25, 2011
2. Strategic Plan Update
i. Student and Parent Perception of Staff Survey
ii. Professional Goals
iii. Open Enrollment Survey
iv. Technology Integration
v. Mentorship Program
3. Science Room Remodeling
4. Flexible Learning Year
5. SEE, February 18, 2011
B. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #7 on the web site)
X. ADJOURNMENT
So, How Are The Children?
This is a traditional greeting among the African Masai Tribe acknowledging the high value that the Masai place on their children’s well-being. Even warriors with no children of their own give the traditional answer. “All the children are well.” Meaning, that peace and safety prevail, that the priorities of protecting the young, and the powerless are in place, and that we have not forgotten our reason for being, our proper functions and responsibilities. “All the children are well” means that life is good.
Speech by Rev Patrick T. O’Neill
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MILACA SCHOOL DISTRICT GOALS
1. Goal: Focus on the Whole Individual
Objectives:
1. Model and expect respect
2. Promote ethical behavior, cultural awareness, and personal responsibility
3. Provide broad and comprehensive enrichment opportunities
4. Reach all learners
2. Goal: Define, Measure and Track Student Achievement
Objectives:
1. Identify measurable student achievement data
2. Set student achievement goals
3. Use student achievement data to drive research-based curriculum and instructional strategies
4. Evaluate and communicate student achievement
3. Goal: Operate Within a Balanced Budget Each Year
Objectives:
1. Form an advisory finance council
2. Develop a school district fund balance policy
3. Assess and adjust budget/programs as needed
4. Goal: Strengthening Community Support
Objectives:
1. Foster community trust and good will
2. Increase community involvement in school
3. Expand communication among school, family, and community
MILACA SCHOOL DISTRICT VISION STATEMENT
The Milaca Public Schools will provide educational opportunities and serve as a resource for all learners in the community. The schools will provide a safe and respectful learning environment. We will focus on educating the whole individual by preparing each learner with the skills needed to succeed as a responsible citizen in our changing and diverse world.
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