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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #912
MILACA, MINNESOTA 56353
Tuesday, May 17, 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: Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson, Jeff Larson, Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson
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 Meeting held on April 19, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Register
- Wire Transfers
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
4/1/11 $192,485.37
4/6/11 $86,001.43
4/7/11 $214,488.97
4/7/11 $270,000.00
4/14 /11 $38,000.00
4/20 /11 $480,000.00
4/29 /11 $131,289.85
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Hire Sarah Marte, Extended School Year Special Education Teacher, $24/hour, 50 hours total, effective June 13, 2011
2. Hire Megan Olson, Community Education Pool: WSI, $9.70, Lifeguard, $7.50, 35 hours/week, effective June 1 – July 31, 2011
3. Hire Brenda Rueckert and Sandy Lanz, Summer Painting, hours as needed, but not to exceed a total of 500 hours, $12/hour, effective June 6, 2011
4. Hire Cory Anderson, Assistant Jr. High Track Coach, $1,202, effective April 2, 2011
5. Revision to the hire of Damian Fish, Math Overload Semester 2, 71 totals days (additional 6 day from original), $2,831, effective January 18 – May 9, 2011
6. Hire Cindy Zillmer, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
7. Hire Geri Wild, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
8. Hire Candy Jacobson, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
9. Hire Kevin Johnson, ESY Para, 39 hours total, $11.55/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
10. Hire Peggy Timmer, ESY Para, 39 hours total, $15.03/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
11. Reinstate Bev Dee, Paraprofessional, effective 2011-2012 School Year
12. Hire Susan Souba, Targeted Service Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, $24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
13. Hire Kari Erickson, Targeted Services Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, #24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
14. Hire Julie Cook, Targeted Services Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, $24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
15. Hire Sara Scherer, Guidance Secretary, Class II, Step 0, 40 hours/week, effective Summer 2011
16. Hire Mindy Zych, ESY ECSE Para, $14.10/hour, 52 hours total, effective June 13 – July 21, 2011
17. Hire Sara Anderson, ESY ECSE Para, $14.10/hour, 52 hours total, effective June 13– July 21, 2011
18. Hire Shirley Geurkink, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
19. Hire Connie Belanger, ESY Para, $14.68/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
20. Hire Patti Fetters, Targeted Services Para, $14.68/hour, 41 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
21. Hire Cindy Johnson, ESY Para, $15.03/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
22. Hire Kevin Johnson, ESY Para, $11.55/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
23. Hire Laura Johnson, ESY Para, $15.03/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
24. Hire Jane Kaufmann, ESY Para, $14.68/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
25. Hire Jeannie Manthie, ESY Para, $12.29/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
26. Hire Teresa Nelson, ESY Para, $14.10/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
27. Hire Michelle Peterson, ESY Para, $10.51/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
28. Hire Rob Schepper, ESY Para, $10.51/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
29. Hire Tracy Hass, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
30. Hire Ann Hoehn, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
31. Hire Missy Tellinghuisen, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
32. Hire Deb VanOtten, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
33. Hire MaryJo Vickers, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
34. Hire David Wedin, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
35. Hire Julie Quayle, ESY Speech Services, $24/hour, effective June - August 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Approve the maternity leave for Rachel Arens, effective approximately August 20 – October 24, 2011
2. Accept the retirement of Trudy Erickson, Paraprofessional. Thank you Trudy for 27 years of service to Milaca Schools!
3. Accept the resignation of Sara Scherer, Paraprofessional, effective June 3, 2011
4. Accept the maternity leave of Tashia Hobert, Elementary Teacher, effective September 6 – November 28, 2011
E. Approve a 10¢ Increase in Lunch Prices, Effective 2011-2012 School Year
The proposed meal price increase is to bring the school into compliance with Sec. 205 of the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, Equity in School Lunch Pricing. The increase in pricing will also help cover the cost of the new proposed USDA meal pattern guidelines which require schools to offer an increase in fruits, vegetables and whole grains which will increase food expenses.
The price increase would only affect the lunch prices. Breakfast prices will remain at $1.20 for both Elementary and High School. The adult lunch price will be set at the state minimum, which is released on July 1st.
Meal Price Table
F. Approve Seasonal Layoff of PERA Personnel (Enclosure #3)
This is a yearly layoff of non-licensed personnel over the summer.
G. Approval of the Joint Purchasing Agreement with ISD 11 for Food Service Purchases
Minnesota School Food Buying Group (MSFBG) is a group of participating Minnesota schools districts whose goal is to attain savings through volume purchasing. Bids are sent out annually to manufacturers and brokers for bid prices that are guaranteed for all participating districts for the entire school year. A $400 per year administrative fee will be charged to our district in order to participate in this program, which is the same rate as last year.
H. Approval of Family Ties Contract for July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012 (Enclosure #4)
This contract continues our Family Ties social worker service through Mille Lacs County Family Services & Welfare Department and the Collaborative.
I. Approval of the Overnight Trip Request for Marching Band to New York City, June 28 – July 2, 2012 (Enclosure)
Band Director, Andy Nelson, will be available to give the details of this trip.
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda.
VI. PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS/COORDINATORS REPORT
A. High School Principal
B. Elementary Principal
C. Activities Director
D. Food Service Director
1. Computer Lunch Pay System
E. Community Education Director
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. Approve the Contract with Johnson Controls for the Science Room Upgrade, in the Amount of $78,250 (Enclosure #7)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the contract with Johnson Controls for the science room upgrade, in the amount of $78,250.
C. Approve the Contract with Haldeman-Homme, Inc. for the Cabinets for the Science Room Upgrade, in the Amount of $47,973 (Enclosure #8)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the contract in Haldeman-Homme, Inc for the cabinets for the science room upgrade, in the amount of $47,973.
D. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Jennifer Asher, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO PLACE
JENNIFER ASHER
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 , as follows:
1. That it is proposed that Jennifer Asher, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board's proposed action.
Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
E. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Shirley Geurkink, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
1. That it is proposed that Shirley Geurkink, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board's proposed action.
Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
F. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Sharon Jamison, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
1. That it is proposed that Sharon Jamison, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
VIII. ITEMS OF INFORMATION AND/OR DISCUSSION ONLY
A. Committee Reports
1. Teacher Negotiations Committee, April 25, 2011 and May 17, 2011
Enrollment
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
1. Technology Update – 21st Century Classroom
2. State of the District Address (time permitting)
B. Second Reading of Policy 714 – Fund Balances (Enclosure #9 on the web site)
C. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #10 on the web site)
X. MOTION TO CLOSE MEETING
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
XI. MOTION TO OPEN MEETING
XII. EXPULSION MOTION
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1611)
Board Member ______________ introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1611”
WHEREAS, the Student was proposed for expulsion pursuant to the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 121A.40-121.56; and
WHEREAS, the Student and his parent were served the written notice of the School District’s intent to initiate expulsion proceedings, and such notice was accompanied by a copy of the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 121A.40-121A.56, as required under the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Student and his parent elected to waive the scheduled hearing with the understanding that by such waiver, the proposed terms of expulsion would be submitted for action to the School Board of Independent School District No. 912.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 as follows:
The School Board hereby accepts the waiver of hearing executed by the Student’s parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
By reviewing the record relating to this matter, the School Board hereby finds that, due to the nature of the conduct engaged in by the Student, the terms of the expulsion proposed by the School District are reasonable and appropriate.
The School Board of Independent School District No. 912 hereby orders that the expulsion of the Student be imposed immediately pursuant to the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 121A.40-121A.56. Said expulsion shall be imposed in accordance with the written notice provided to the Student and his parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B.
The School Board of Independent School District No. 912 also approves the terms of the agreement with the Student and his parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit C.
The clerk of the School Board is directed to provide written notice of the expulsion to the Student and his parent in substantially the form as provided in Exhibit D.
It is further ordered that, pursuant to a proper request, the School District shall provide copies of this resolution. However, any release of said resolution shall not include the exhibits or attachments hereto, as the School Board hereby finds that such materials constitute “private data on individuals” pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. § 13.32.
The motion for the adoption for the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Board Member _______________, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon, said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
XIII. MOTION TO ADJOURN MEETING
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.
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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.
MILACA, MINNESOTA 56353
Tuesday, May 17, 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: Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson, Jeff Larson, Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson
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 Meeting held on April 19, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Register
- Wire Transfers
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
4/1/11 $192,485.37
4/6/11 $86,001.43
4/7/11 $214,488.97
4/7/11 $270,000.00
4/14 /11 $38,000.00
4/20 /11 $480,000.00
4/29 /11 $131,289.85
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Hire Sarah Marte, Extended School Year Special Education Teacher, $24/hour, 50 hours total, effective June 13, 2011
2. Hire Megan Olson, Community Education Pool: WSI, $9.70, Lifeguard, $7.50, 35 hours/week, effective June 1 – July 31, 2011
3. Hire Brenda Rueckert and Sandy Lanz, Summer Painting, hours as needed, but not to exceed a total of 500 hours, $12/hour, effective June 6, 2011
4. Hire Cory Anderson, Assistant Jr. High Track Coach, $1,202, effective April 2, 2011
5. Revision to the hire of Damian Fish, Math Overload Semester 2, 71 totals days (additional 6 day from original), $2,831, effective January 18 – May 9, 2011
6. Hire Cindy Zillmer, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
7. Hire Geri Wild, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
8. Hire Candy Jacobson, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
9. Hire Kevin Johnson, ESY Para, 39 hours total, $11.55/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
10. Hire Peggy Timmer, ESY Para, 39 hours total, $15.03/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
11. Reinstate Bev Dee, Paraprofessional, effective 2011-2012 School Year
12. Hire Susan Souba, Targeted Service Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, $24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
13. Hire Kari Erickson, Targeted Services Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, #24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
14. Hire Julie Cook, Targeted Services Summer Teacher, hours dependent on student needs, $24/hour, effective June 8, 2011
15. Hire Sara Scherer, Guidance Secretary, Class II, Step 0, 40 hours/week, effective Summer 2011
16. Hire Mindy Zych, ESY ECSE Para, $14.10/hour, 52 hours total, effective June 13 – July 21, 2011
17. Hire Sara Anderson, ESY ECSE Para, $14.10/hour, 52 hours total, effective June 13– July 21, 2011
18. Hire Shirley Geurkink, ESY Teacher, 50 hours total, $24/hour, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
19. Hire Connie Belanger, ESY Para, $14.68/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
20. Hire Patti Fetters, Targeted Services Para, $14.68/hour, 41 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
21. Hire Cindy Johnson, ESY Para, $15.03/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
22. Hire Kevin Johnson, ESY Para, $11.55/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
23. Hire Laura Johnson, ESY Para, $15.03/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
24. Hire Jane Kaufmann, ESY Para, $14.68/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
25. Hire Jeannie Manthie, ESY Para, $12.29/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
26. Hire Teresa Nelson, ESY Para, $14.10/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
27. Hire Michelle Peterson, ESY Para, $10.51/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
28. Hire Rob Schepper, ESY Para, $10.51/hour, 39 hours total, effective June 13 – August 4, 2011
29. Hire Tracy Hass, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
30. Hire Ann Hoehn, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
31. Hire Missy Tellinghuisen, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
32. Hire Deb VanOtten, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
33. Hire MaryJo Vickers, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
34. Hire David Wedin, Targeted Services Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9 – August 4, 2011
35. Hire Julie Quayle, ESY Speech Services, $24/hour, effective June - August 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Approve the maternity leave for Rachel Arens, effective approximately August 20 – October 24, 2011
2. Accept the retirement of Trudy Erickson, Paraprofessional. Thank you Trudy for 27 years of service to Milaca Schools!
3. Accept the resignation of Sara Scherer, Paraprofessional, effective June 3, 2011
4. Accept the maternity leave of Tashia Hobert, Elementary Teacher, effective September 6 – November 28, 2011
E. Approve a 10¢ Increase in Lunch Prices, Effective 2011-2012 School Year
The proposed meal price increase is to bring the school into compliance with Sec. 205 of the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, Equity in School Lunch Pricing. The increase in pricing will also help cover the cost of the new proposed USDA meal pattern guidelines which require schools to offer an increase in fruits, vegetables and whole grains which will increase food expenses.
The price increase would only affect the lunch prices. Breakfast prices will remain at $1.20 for both Elementary and High School. The adult lunch price will be set at the state minimum, which is released on July 1st.
Meal Price Table
F. Approve Seasonal Layoff of PERA Personnel (Enclosure #3)
This is a yearly layoff of non-licensed personnel over the summer.
G. Approval of the Joint Purchasing Agreement with ISD 11 for Food Service Purchases
Minnesota School Food Buying Group (MSFBG) is a group of participating Minnesota schools districts whose goal is to attain savings through volume purchasing. Bids are sent out annually to manufacturers and brokers for bid prices that are guaranteed for all participating districts for the entire school year. A $400 per year administrative fee will be charged to our district in order to participate in this program, which is the same rate as last year.
H. Approval of Family Ties Contract for July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012 (Enclosure #4)
This contract continues our Family Ties social worker service through Mille Lacs County Family Services & Welfare Department and the Collaborative.
I. Approval of the Overnight Trip Request for Marching Band to New York City, June 28 – July 2, 2012 (Enclosure)
Band Director, Andy Nelson, will be available to give the details of this trip.
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda.
VI. PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS/COORDINATORS REPORT
A. High School Principal
B. Elementary Principal
C. Activities Director
D. Food Service Director
1. Computer Lunch Pay System
E. Community Education Director
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. Approve the Contract with Johnson Controls for the Science Room Upgrade, in the Amount of $78,250 (Enclosure #7)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the contract with Johnson Controls for the science room upgrade, in the amount of $78,250.
C. Approve the Contract with Haldeman-Homme, Inc. for the Cabinets for the Science Room Upgrade, in the Amount of $47,973 (Enclosure #8)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the contract in Haldeman-Homme, Inc for the cabinets for the science room upgrade, in the amount of $47,973.
D. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Jennifer Asher, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO PLACE
JENNIFER ASHER
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
1. That it is proposed that Jennifer Asher, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF PROPOSED PLACEMENT
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
Dear Ms. Asher:ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Discontinuance of Position and Financial Limitations
Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board's proposed action.
Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
E. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Shirley Geurkink, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO PLACE
SHIRLEY GEURKINK
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 , as follows:SHIRLEY GEURKINK
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
1. That it is proposed that Shirley Geurkink, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF PROPOSED PLACEMENT
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
Dear Ms. Geurkink:ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Discontinuance of Position and Financial Limitations
Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board's proposed action.
Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
F. Approval of the Resolution Proposing to Place Sharon Jamison, Title 1 Teacher, on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member __________________________________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO PLACE
SHARON JAMISON
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 , as follows:SHARON JAMISON
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
1. That it is proposed that Sharon Jamison, a teacher of said school district, be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11.
2. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include a date for hearing if requested and be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF PROPOSED PLACEMENT
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
Dear Ms. Jamison:ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF
ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING
DATE, IF REQUESTED
You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 held on May 17, 2011, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2010 - 2011 school year on June 30, 2011, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, subdivision 11 upon the grounds described in said statute and which are specifically as follows:
Discontinuance of Position and Financial Limitations
Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board's proposed action.Yours very truly,
SCHOOL BOARD OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 912
_________________________________________
Clerk of the School Board
4. That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 11 and are hereby adopted as fully as though separately set forth and resolved herein.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member ____________________________________ and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
VIII. ITEMS OF INFORMATION AND/OR DISCUSSION ONLY
A. Committee Reports
1. Teacher Negotiations Committee, April 25, 2011 and May 17, 2011
Enrollment
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
1. Technology Update – 21st Century Classroom
2. State of the District Address (time permitting)
B. Second Reading of Policy 714 – Fund Balances (Enclosure #9 on the web site)
C. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #10 on the web site)
X. MOTION TO CLOSE MEETING
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
XI. MOTION TO OPEN MEETING
XII. EXPULSION MOTION
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1611)
Board Member ______________ introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1611”
WHEREAS, the Student and his parent were served the written notice of the School District’s intent to initiate expulsion proceedings, and such notice was accompanied by a copy of the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 121A.40-121A.56, as required under the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Student and his parent elected to waive the scheduled hearing with the understanding that by such waiver, the proposed terms of expulsion would be submitted for action to the School Board of Independent School District No. 912.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 as follows:
The School Board hereby accepts the waiver of hearing executed by the Student’s parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
By reviewing the record relating to this matter, the School Board hereby finds that, due to the nature of the conduct engaged in by the Student, the terms of the expulsion proposed by the School District are reasonable and appropriate.
The School Board of Independent School District No. 912 hereby orders that the expulsion of the Student be imposed immediately pursuant to the Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 121A.40-121A.56. Said expulsion shall be imposed in accordance with the written notice provided to the Student and his parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B.
The School Board of Independent School District No. 912 also approves the terms of the agreement with the Student and his parent, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit C.
The clerk of the School Board is directed to provide written notice of the expulsion to the Student and his parent in substantially the form as provided in Exhibit D.
It is further ordered that, pursuant to a proper request, the School District shall provide copies of this resolution. However, any release of said resolution shall not include the exhibits or attachments hereto, as the School Board hereby finds that such materials constitute “private data on individuals” pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. § 13.32.
The motion for the adoption for the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Board Member _______________, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon, said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
XIII. MOTION TO ADJOURN MEETING
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.
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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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