Depue Unit School District 103 Board or Education met Dec. 20.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
President, Llesenia Leon called the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education to order at 6:00 p.m. December 20, 2017 in the school library.
Members Present at Roll Call: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Since five members are present, a quorum does exist. It is legal to conduct the business of the District.
Staff present: C. Dougherty- Superintendent, Susan Bruner-Principal, A. McKee- District Secretary, Tracy Helm-Paraprofessional, Rita Solorio-School Secretary
Student Reps present: none
Visitors: Gus Hernandez, community member
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by J. Hernandez, seconded by A. Leon to approve:
Approval of Regular, Executive Session minutes from the November regular board meeting
Approval of Monthly Bills
Approval of the Balance Sheet for November 2017
Approval of Treasurer’s Report for November 2017
Approval of Additional Bills dated November 2017
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried.
GOOD NEWS ITEMS
Congratulations to JH Students working with the new AR program
Congratulations to the HSBBB team and their successful start to the season
HS student council has increased super fan efforts
The art program is working on fund raising for a new kiln
OLD BUSINESS
Adopt 2017 Levy (payable in 2018)
Motion by J. Hernandez, seconded by J. Hayes
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried
Approve Resolution of Intent to issue the proposal to sell bonds in the amount of $125,000 Bonds being sold for the purpose of paying claims against the District.
Motion by Hayes, seconded by J. Hernandez
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried
Discussion of budget/evidence based funding model-State was in to discuss spending plan which includes lean spending the next 4 years.
Discussion of discipline and grades as related to sports and student athletes-the handbook is being followed closely
Discussion of PE policies regarding attendance, dress, and participation-expectations discussed
Discussion of unexcused absences policy and enforcement-letter sent to parents, second semester will begin strict guidelines
NEW BUSINESS
Set Time and Date for Graduation
8 th grade graduation will be May 18 th at 7:00 pm, with HS to follow
Motion by Hayes, seconded by A. Leon
Voice vote: Aye: 5. Nay: None. Motion carried
Approve Deficit Reduction Plan as Presented
Motion by Hayes, seconded by J. Hernandez
Voice vote: Aye: 5. Nay: None. Motion carried
Adoption of Board Policies 7:10, 7:15, 7:20, 7:30, 7:40, 7:50, 7:60
Motion by J. Hernandez, seconded by A. Leon
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried
First Reading of Board Policy Updates 7:70, 7:80, 7:90, 7:100, 7:130, 7:140, 7:150, 7:160, 7:170, 7:185, 7:220
Change District Lock Box Authorization for the 2 Key Holders
Remove former superintendent and bookkeeper, and add current superintendent and school board member/board president
Motion by J. Hernandez, seconded by A. Leon
Voice vote: Aye: 5. Nay: None. Motion carried
PERSONNEL
Approve the Resignation of Karen Paschall as Paraprofessional
Motion by J. Hernandez, seconded by Hayes
Voice vote: Aye: 5. Nay: None. Motion carried
Approve the Termination of Tracy Helm
Moved to Executive Session
Approve Hiring Brittany Blomquist as Library Professional
Motion by Hayes, seconded by J. Hernandez
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried
DISCUSSION
Discussion of budget/evidence based funding model-State was in to discuss spending plan which includes lean spending the next 4 years Building and Maintenance Bids for electrical outlet upgrades in elementary wing and bleacher modifications will be further discussed.
The required Lead Testing reported no problems in the school water outlet
Repairs were made to basement gas leak issues detected by Ameren
How the breakfast/lunch program works – reimbursement lunch $3.31/day/student and breakfast $2.09/day/student per meal. Our district participates in the community eligibility provision due to high poverty counts. This process will be re- bid in February.
BEST work program partnership: As an update our bookkeeper completed the program in December. A new intern joins us spring semester to help in the library by promoting reading, library book circulation and the use of the AR Program.
Our student employment program will be ongoing wherein the students are continually employed. This federal program helps DePue by providing workers and funding.
Our district submitted the grant for Parent Education.
Our district was selected to participate in the IL GEAR-UP through ISAC (IL Student Assistance Council) with the goal to help students academically.
Our district was selected to participate in the principal leadership program with the goal to support instructional leadership across the school. This is expected to change climate and culture. Also there will be an addition of the 21st Century grant.
The superintendent evaluation process is underway with the goals for school improvement, use of district space, communications.
Blue Van wreck/ insurance company totaled out the vehicle and sent check. The district will see if we can insure the van for liability and use for errands.
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by A. Leon , seconded by R. Hernandez, to enter into executive session at 6:22 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees, collective bargaining matters, student discipline cases, placement of students and other matters relating to individual students and personnel.
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried.
Motion by A. Leon, seconded by Hayes to come out of executive session at 6:45 p.m.
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried.
ACTION ON EXECUTIVE
Approve Termination of Tracy Helm
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by A. Leon
Roll Call Vote… Aye: L. Leon, J. Hernandez, Hayes, R. Hernandez, A. Leon
Nay: None. Motion Carried
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by A. Leon, to adjourn the meeting at 6:46 p.m.
Voice vote: Aye: 5. Nay: None. Motion carried.
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