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DISCUSSION ITEMS

East/West Boundary
Rex Wilkey reviewed the proposed West boundary.  They are trying to balance the numbers in East and West.  East will remain approximately the same.  A concern from East parents would be taking away parents who have been strong in the community.  It was suggested the District look at different property. 

The East Elementry PTA President said there would only be four PTA members on the board left.  She felt that East has failed the NCLB and if high performing students are removed, it will cause a concern in that area.  She, also, asked why we need to change in the middle of the year. She felt it would be better to open it in the fall to cause the least impact.

Superintendent said the Court buying the West property wants to begin demolishing that building as soon as possible.  West teachers felt there are huge safety issues relative to homeless people and parking.  Mr. Wilkey said logistics, lack of parking, demolition going on, etc. are beyond our control.  Superintendent said we have requested it be done when students are not in school, and it has not been happening for several reasons.

Principal Olsen said West has had to begin their PTA two times, and others have stepped forward and made great PTA’s.

Member Hesson asked if the boundaries would be in effect in December?  Mr. Wilkey said West could be looked at to be moved in December and East move the following year.

 Shawna  Marshall, a teacher at East, indicated that there would be a high mobility rate with the new boundary.  She felt they would lose teachers. 

Mr. Wilkey said there may be some slight adjustments, however, he felt there were no other alternatives.  He will have further meetings to discuss this and return to the Board next month with the proposal.

Doug Solstead indicated his concern for parental involvement, and the mobility of people doesn’t allow them to become involved in PTA.  He felt the proposal is inadequate.

Shane Wittwer, a parent from West Elementary, felt they are looking forward to getting parents who would be more involved. 

Mr. Eckman asked about using the Tonaquint site and keep students at East.  Mr. Bills said it is being built up, and we would need to move those students, also.  

Mr. Bills said St. George Boulevard is a major problem now, and the safest way to get students to school is to bus them.  We would then to be repaid by the State.

Principal Olsen, again, voiced her concerns about the safety of the students at West.

Title 1 Program
Rex Wilkey introduced Anne Green, Title 1 Supervisor, and he reviewed the purpose of Title 1 and who can use the funding.  Our District has chosen to go District and school-wide.  Schools that qualify have 40% free and reduced lunch.  He reviewed how the funding is used.  The budget is $2,700,000, and he showed a percentage breakdown of how it is spent.  President Morris asked about the range, and Anne indicated East is getting the most. 

Student Achievement Success and How Collaboration Has Helped-East Elementary.
Principal Eckman said they have quality teachers at East, and they use Reading Recovery and Reading Enhancement for 2nd and 3rd grade students.  Dixie Whitehead discussed how Reading Recovery helps students succeed in reading.  She said many students feel good about themselves as they become successful readers. Jeannie Black, the Literary Staff Developer at East, discussed Reading Enhancement for group students.  The collaboration helps select students who can be taken out as they come on grade level in reading.  As soon as they move out, others move in.

Physical Facilities
Phil Williams reported on the following schools:  Progress on Tonaquint Intermediate is on target to finish in April; Desert Hills High slab is down and next week masonary will be on site.  He indicated it may not finish on schedule as craftsmen are difficult to hire.  Desert Hills Intermediate change order is being done and additional fill needs to be done.  The plans for West replacement are completed and out.  The next push will to get the three preschools to fit on the property we have. 

ACTION ITEMS 

Hurricane Middle Block Schedule
Marshall Topham said Hurricane Middle would like to get approval to go on the block schedule.
Member Christiansen presented a motion to approve Hurricane Middle Block Schedule.  Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

Revised Budget
Brent Bills indicated there are a few adjustments relative to the Christmas bonus and Title 1 schools.  Included in the budget was to pay Pine View High booster club back for their expense on their field.
Member Blake presented a motion to approve the revised budget.  Member Gubler seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

Name for West Elementary
Shane Wittwer said the parents, students, and staff were involved in a decision for changing the West name.  Heritage Elementary was requested, and they would keep the same mascot.
Member Blake presented a motion to approve Heritage Elementary as the name for the new West Elementary.  Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

Award contract for Desert Hills Intermediate
Phil Williams said the committee recommended the contract be awarded to Wadman for $16,900,00.  The Committee recommends the earthwork be given to Sunroc, and the District accept the deductive roofing alternate for $48,000,000.
Member Christensen presented a motion to approve the contract be awarded to Wadman for $16,900,00, earthwork be given to Sunroc, and the District accept the deductive roofing alternate for $48,000,000.  Member Gubler seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

Snow Canyon High School Wrestling/Dance Room Addition
Marshall Topham reported that Snow Canyon High School is in need of more space for their weight classes and suggested a wrestling/dance room be added.  The old wrestling room could then become the weight room.  The cost would be $600,000.
Member Gubler presented a motion to approve the Snow Canyon High School Wrestling/Dance Room Addition.  Member Hesson seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

150-Mile Approval-Pine View High School
Marshall Topham indicated this just requires approval.
Member Christensen presented a motion to approve the 150-Mile Approval for Pine View High School.  Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.

RECOGNITIONS     (Presented at the Schools)

Superintendent’s Award for Excellence    Kristan Norton, Teacher, Little Valley
                            Dave Schwiermann, Custodian, Little Valley
                            Linda Schimbeck, Teacher, Millcreek
                            Pam Molesworth, Millcreek

Volunteer of the Month            Ally McQuivey, Little Valley
                            Sue Wilkey, Millcreek

REPORTS: 
1.    Superintendent.
2.    Board.  President Morris indicated she met with the reading intervention committee, and there will be money available.
3.    Associations.
    John Navarette, WCEA, thanked the Board for the Christmas bonus and discussed upcoming legislature and retirement.
    Allen Frei, AFT, thanked the Board for their support and the Christmas bonus.  They look forward to working with the Board next year.

BREAK

PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE BOARD

Connie McGregor, PTA, Snow Canyon Middle School, spoke relative to concerns about SIS.  Superintendent said District Administrators had a conference call with Jordan District who said they use Skyward, and our District will be looking at that.  Vendors will be coming in to review what they have.  We will be using SIS for the remainder of this year, and possibly next.  She is concerned about her son’s grades and has no access to the grades.  Member Gubler indicated Dave Clark, legislator, is looking into a possible Statewide program.  He suggested she discuss this with him.

CLOSED SESSION

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 3:59 p.m.