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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #912
MILACA, MINNESOTA 56353
Tuesday, June 21, 2011 6:30 pm
Board Room
REGULAR & CLOSED 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: Jeff Larson, Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson, Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson
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 May 17, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Bills
- Wire Transfers
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
5/2/11 $165,211.03
5/4/11 $95,806.27
5/9/11 $480,000.00
5/23 /11 $521,344.25
5/31 /11 $57,000.00
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Hire Linda Moyer, Summer Custodial Substitute, $9.25/hour, hours as needed, effective June 8, 2011
2. Hire Sharon DeVries, Summer Custodial Substitute, $9.25/hour, hours as needed, effective June 8, 2011
3. Hire Ashley Kranz, CE Pool: WSI, $9.75/hour, hours as needed, effective June 6 – July 14, 2011
4. Hire Betsy Wall, ESY Birth - 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 10-12 hours/week, effective June 8, 2011
5. Hire Julie Quayle, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 88 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
6. Hire Kim Wendt, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 10-12 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
7. Hire Candy Jacobson, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 4 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
8. Hire Bonnie Hogan, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
9. Hire Michelle Leom, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
10. Hire Joni Boser, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
11. Hire Karen Beckman, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
12. Hire Mary Krauel, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
13. Hire Mike Warner, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
14. Correction to the hire of Cory Anderson, Assistant Jr. High Track Coach, $1,403 (originally approved at $1,202), effective April 4, 2011
15. Hire Jessica May Olen, ALC Physical Science, $24.91/hour, effective June 13-July 12, 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Approve the resignation of Lynsee Mattson, FACS Teacher, effective June 7, 2011
2. Accept the resignation Keith Anderson, JV Baseball Coach, effective at the end of the 2011 season
3. Accept the resignation of Lee Plath, ALC Math Teacher, effective June 2, 2011
4. Approve the resignation of Monica Eiden, English Teacher, effective June 30, 2011
E. Third Reading and Approval of Policy 714 – Fund Balances (Enclosure #3 on the web site)
F. Approval of the Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education Consortium Membership Agreement (Enclosure #4)
This is a yearly ABE agreement under our Community Education Program.
G. Approve ISD 912 to Renew Membership with Schools for Equity and Education (SEE), in the Amount of $2,231.13
H. Approve Working Agreement with Lakes & Pines (Head Start) for 2010-2011 (Enclosure #5)
We have had an agreement with Lakes & Pines for several years to provide integrated socialization experiences for the Head Start children.
I. Approve the Revised 2011-2012 Calendar (Enclosure #6)
March 8th has been broken into a combined teacher workshop day and conference day for the High School Teachers and May 31st and June 1st are early release days. These changes were made to incorporate more staff training for the 1:1 initiative.
J. Approve the Creation of Media Tech Position
This position would replace a para in the High School Media Center and will be a great asset for the 1:1 initiative.
K. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement with Rum River Special Education Cooperative (Enclosure #7)
L. Approve the Overnight Trip Request for Milaca Football to Attend Football Team Camp, July 17 – 20, 2011 (Enclosure #8)
There will be 25 or more students attending the Winona State Football Camp with 4 chaperones. The WSU staff will provide dorm and camp supervision. The total out of pocket cost for students is $200 for the camp fee. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
M. Approve the Renewal of the Delta Dental Insurance (Enclosure #9)
We are changing from MetLife to Delta Dental effective July 1, 2011.
N. Approval of the MDE Health and Safety Application Attachment 10 (formerly known as Attachment 99) (Enclosure #10)
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
E. Community Education Director
1. ECFE Update
F. Curriculum Director
G. Business Manager Report
1. Update on financial picture of district (Enclosure #11)
VII. ITEMS ON WHICH BOARD DISCUSSION AND ACTION IS REQUESTED
A. Approval of Treasurer’s Report (Enclosure #12)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Approve the 5 Year Capital Expenditure Plan (Enclosure #13)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the 5 Year Capital Expenditure Plan.
C. Approval of the 2012 Budget (Enclosure #14)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve 2012 Budget.
D. Title 1 Funding Discussion
This is a discussion only item. No action required.
E. Approve the Resolution Placing Jennifer Asher on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Jennifer Asher on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Jennifer Asher by personal service on May 19, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Jennifer Asher to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Jennifer Asher for a hearing as of June 2, 2011 and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Jennifer Asher to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Jennifer Asher be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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. Approve the Resolution Placing Shirley Geurkink on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PLACING SHIRLEY GEURKINK
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Shirley Geurkink on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Shirley Geurkink by personal service on May 23, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Shirley Geurkink to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Shirley Geurkink for a hearing as of June 6, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Shirley Geurkink to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Shirley Geurkink be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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.
G. Approve the Resolution Placing Sharon Jamison on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PLACING SHARON JAMISON
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Sharon Jamison on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Sharon Jamison by personal service on May 19, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Sharon Jamison to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Sharon Jamison for a hearing as of June 2, 2011 and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Sharon Jamison to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Sharon Jamison be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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, April 25th
2. Building and Grounds Committee, May 18th
3. Teacher Negotiations, May 23rd
4. Teacher Negotiations, May 31st
5. Transportation Committee, May 31st
a. Transportation Quotes for 2012-13 and 2013-2014
6. Community Education Advisory Council, June 2nd
7. Teacher Negotiations, June 8th
8. Teacher Negotiations, June 9th
9. Committee of the Whole, June 20th
Enrollment
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
B. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #15 on the web site)
X. MOTION TO CLOSE MEETING
XI. MOTION TO OPEN CLOSED MEETING
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1711) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
B. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1811) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
C. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1911) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
XII. MOTION TO CLOSE CLOSED MEETING
XIII. MOTION TO OPEN MEETING
XIV. EXPULSION MOTIONS
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1711)
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.
B. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1811)
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1811”
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.
C. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1911)
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1911”
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.
XV. MOTION TO ADJOURN MEETING
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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, June 21, 2011 6:30 pm
Board Room
REGULAR & CLOSED 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: Jeff Larson, Aimee Struffert, Jody Chambers, Todd Quaintance, Pat Nelson, Mark Herzing, Judy Pearson
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 May 17, 2011
B. Approval of Bills (See Enclosure #2 on the web site)
- Bills
- Wire Transfers
C. Approval of Wire Transfers Listed Below:
LIQUID ASSET TRANSFERS TO CHECKING:
5/2/11 $165,211.03
5/4/11 $95,806.27
5/9/11 $480,000.00
5/23 /11 $521,344.25
5/31 /11 $57,000.00
D. Personnel Items
Employment Approval/Hours Adjusted/Position Creation:
1. Hire Linda Moyer, Summer Custodial Substitute, $9.25/hour, hours as needed, effective June 8, 2011
2. Hire Sharon DeVries, Summer Custodial Substitute, $9.25/hour, hours as needed, effective June 8, 2011
3. Hire Ashley Kranz, CE Pool: WSI, $9.75/hour, hours as needed, effective June 6 – July 14, 2011
4. Hire Betsy Wall, ESY Birth - 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 10-12 hours/week, effective June 8, 2011
5. Hire Julie Quayle, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 88 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
6. Hire Kim Wendt, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 10-12 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
7. Hire Candy Jacobson, ESY Birth – 2 (ECSE), $24/hour, 4 hours total, effective June 8, 2011
8. Hire Bonnie Hogan, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
9. Hire Michelle Leom, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
10. Hire Joni Boser, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
11. Hire Karen Beckman, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
12. Hire Mary Krauel, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
13. Hire Mike Warner, Targeted Services Summer School Teacher, $24/hour, 46 hours total, effective June 9, 2011
14. Correction to the hire of Cory Anderson, Assistant Jr. High Track Coach, $1,403 (originally approved at $1,202), effective April 4, 2011
15. Hire Jessica May Olen, ALC Physical Science, $24.91/hour, effective June 13-July 12, 2011
Leave Requests/Resignations/Retirements/Seasonal Layoff/Termination:
1. Approve the resignation of Lynsee Mattson, FACS Teacher, effective June 7, 2011
2. Accept the resignation Keith Anderson, JV Baseball Coach, effective at the end of the 2011 season
3. Accept the resignation of Lee Plath, ALC Math Teacher, effective June 2, 2011
4. Approve the resignation of Monica Eiden, English Teacher, effective June 30, 2011
E. Third Reading and Approval of Policy 714 – Fund Balances (Enclosure #3 on the web site)
F. Approval of the Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education Consortium Membership Agreement (Enclosure #4)
This is a yearly ABE agreement under our Community Education Program.
G. Approve ISD 912 to Renew Membership with Schools for Equity and Education (SEE), in the Amount of $2,231.13
H. Approve Working Agreement with Lakes & Pines (Head Start) for 2010-2011 (Enclosure #5)
We have had an agreement with Lakes & Pines for several years to provide integrated socialization experiences for the Head Start children.
I. Approve the Revised 2011-2012 Calendar (Enclosure #6)
March 8th has been broken into a combined teacher workshop day and conference day for the High School Teachers and May 31st and June 1st are early release days. These changes were made to incorporate more staff training for the 1:1 initiative.
J. Approve the Creation of Media Tech Position
This position would replace a para in the High School Media Center and will be a great asset for the 1:1 initiative.
K. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement with Rum River Special Education Cooperative (Enclosure #7)
L. Approve the Overnight Trip Request for Milaca Football to Attend Football Team Camp, July 17 – 20, 2011 (Enclosure #8)
There will be 25 or more students attending the Winona State Football Camp with 4 chaperones. The WSU staff will provide dorm and camp supervision. The total out of pocket cost for students is $200 for the camp fee. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
M. Approve the Renewal of the Delta Dental Insurance (Enclosure #9)
We are changing from MetLife to Delta Dental effective July 1, 2011.
N. Approval of the MDE Health and Safety Application Attachment 10 (formerly known as Attachment 99) (Enclosure #10)
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
E. Community Education Director
1. ECFE Update
F. Curriculum Director
G. Business Manager Report
1. Update on financial picture of district (Enclosure #11)
VII. ITEMS ON WHICH BOARD DISCUSSION AND ACTION IS REQUESTED
A. Approval of Treasurer’s Report (Enclosure #12)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the Treasurer’s Report.
B. Approve the 5 Year Capital Expenditure Plan (Enclosure #13)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve the 5 Year Capital Expenditure Plan.
C. Approval of the 2012 Budget (Enclosure #14)
Discussion
A motion is in order to approve 2012 Budget.
D. Title 1 Funding Discussion
This is a discussion only item. No action required.
E. Approve the Resolution Placing Jennifer Asher on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PLACING JENNIFER ASHER
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Jennifer Asher on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Jennifer Asher by personal service on May 19, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Jennifer Asher to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Jennifer Asher for a hearing as of June 2, 2011 and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Jennifer Asher to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Jennifer Asher be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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. Approve the Resolution Placing Shirley Geurkink on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PLACING SHIRLEY GEURKINK
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Shirley Geurkink on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Shirley Geurkink by personal service on May 23, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Shirley Geurkink to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Shirley Geurkink for a hearing as of June 6, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Shirley Geurkink to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Shirley Geurkink be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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.
G. Approve the Resolution Placing Sharon Jamison on Unrequested Leave of Absence
Member ________________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION PLACING SHARON JAMISON
ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 adopted a resolution proposing placement of Sharon Jamison on unrequested leave of absence on June 21, 2011 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations; and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave was received by Sharon Jamison by personal service on May 19, 2011, and
WHEREAS, said written notice of the proposed placement on unrequested leave contained a statement setting forth the reasons for the proposed placement as well as a statement that she was entitled to a hearing before the school board provided she make a request in writing within fourteen days of receipt of said notice, and that if no hearing was requested within said fourteen day period it constituted acquiescence by Sharon Jamison to the school board's proposed action, and
WHEREAS, no written request of any kind was received by the school board or superintendent of schools from Sharon Jamison for a hearing as of June 2, 2011 and
WHEREAS, said failure to make written request for a hearing within fourteen days after receipt of notice of proposed placement on unrequested leave constitutes acquiescence by Sharon Jamison to her placement on unrequested leave.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 912 that Sharon Jamison be and hereby is placed on unrequested leave of absence as a teacher of Independent School District No. 912 on the grounds of discontinuance of position and financial limitations effective at the end of the 2010 -2011 school year on June 30, 2011 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sec.122A.40, Subd.11, without pay or fringe benefits.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a notice of placement on unrequested leave, together with a copy of this resolution be forwarded to said teacher personally and that an affidavit of same be placed in her file, together with a copy of the notice and resolution.
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, April 25th
2. Building and Grounds Committee, May 18th
3. Teacher Negotiations, May 23rd
4. Teacher Negotiations, May 31st
5. Transportation Committee, May 31st
a. Transportation Quotes for 2012-13 and 2013-2014
6. Community Education Advisory Council, June 2nd
7. Teacher Negotiations, June 8th
8. Teacher Negotiations, June 9th
9. Committee of the Whole, June 20th
Enrollment
IX. SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBER ITEMS
A. Superintendent Report
B. Student Activities Account (Enclosure #15 on the web site)
X. MOTION TO CLOSE MEETING
XI. MOTION TO OPEN CLOSED MEETING
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1711) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
B. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1811) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
C. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1911) (MN Statute 121A.3 to 121A.53) (Enclosures to be distributed at the meeting)
XII. MOTION TO CLOSE CLOSED MEETING
XIII. MOTION TO OPEN MEETING
XIV. EXPULSION MOTIONS
A. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1711)
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1711”
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1711”
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.
B. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1811)
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1811”
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.
C. Consideration of Student Expulsion (1911)
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE
EXPULSION OF THE STUDENT IDENTIFIED
IN THE ATTACHMENTS HERETO AS THE “STUDENT 1911”
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.
XV. 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.************************************************************************
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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