Information from June 10, 2008 Board Meeting
(For complete
minutes, please contact the Business Department)
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Policy Updates – Lyle Cox
Lyle Cox reviewed the policy updates including:
• Policy 7000 Transportation – allows bus drivers to volunteer to drive for activity trips if their child is on the trip as allowed by FLSA.
• Policy 1200 Benefits
• Policy 1320 Early retirement incentive – allows employees to return to District and receive credit.
• Policy 1200 Quality Teaching stipend expectations defined.
• Substitute Teacher Rate
• Policy 1200 Overtime and attendance policy to implement Time keeping system. Overtime must be pre-approved.
• Policy 3700 Technology Acceptable Use – Confiscation of electronic devices on School District property.
• Policy 1120 Teacher on Special Assignment – Teachers must hold current license.
• Policy 1432 Educator Evaluation – change to be compliant with R277.110 – If unsatisfactory evaluation at end of year, lose compensation for next year.
• Policy 9400 Yearbooks – allows yearbooks to be distributed early.
Compliance of Health Curriculum
Michelle Hunt mentioned that the State Office of Education requires Board acknowledgement that we are in compliance with state health curriculum.
CTSO Report – Larry Stephenson
Information in Board packet.
INFORMATION ITEMS
Physical Facilities Updates
Information in Board packet.
Enrollment
Information in Board packet.
Team of the Year Video Presentation
Board members suggested that the video be placed on the web for them to review on their own time.
ACTION ITEMS
2007-08 Final Budget and 2008-09 Preliminary Budget
Brent Bills reported that once again, Washington County School District received an Emeritus award for our budget. The budget report was compiled and completed by Amy Booth, Budget Analyst.
Mr. Bills reviewed the revenues, expenses and changes in the fund balances. He stated that the District is doing well, especially with the voted leeway funds. He mentioned that the drop in property tax this year may hurt the District and also has concerns with the slow down in commercial growth.
Mr. Bills mentioned that a Truth in Taxation hearing would be held in August. Adjustments will be needed to meet the legislative rule requiring funds to given to charter schools.
Member Gubler presented a motion to approve the 2007-08 Final Budget and the 2008-09 Preliminary Budget. Member Hesson seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
School LAND Trust 2007-08 End-of-Year Report and 2008-09 Plan
Member Seegmiller presented a motion to approve the School LAND Trust 2007-08 End-of-Year Report and the 2008-09 Plan. Member Hesson seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Policy 1332 – FMLA, ADA, and District Sick Leave – Lyle Cox
Lyle Cox explained changes to policy concerning long-term disabilities. He said no additional comments were received during the 30-day period.
Member Christiansen presented a motion to approve the change in Policy 1332 - FMLA, ADA, and District Sick Leave as presented. Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Policy 3720 – Publishing on the Internet
Brent Bills mentioned the policy provides rules for teachers and employees.
Member Christiansen presented a motion to approve Policy 3720 – Publishing on the Internet. Member Gubler seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Policy 3635 – Student Overnight Activities
Marshall Topham will communicate policy information with the principals.
Member Hesson presented a motion to approve Policy 3635 – Student Overnight Activities with a change to strike out the last sentence on Grad Nights. Member Gubler seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Approval of Negotiated Agreements
Lyle Cox reviewed the negotiated agreements for certified and classified.
Craig Seegmiller stated the disappointment of the School Board over item #8 on certified agreement/#7 on classified agreement dealing with extra funds being given as a bonus. It was stated that the Board has made it a long-standing practice to give bonuses with any extra funds and has always tried to be fair. The Board agreed to approve the negotiated agreements this year with the understanding that they will not approve future negotiations containing similar language.
Member Seegmiller presented a motion to approve the certified negotiated agreement and the classified negotiated agreement as presented with the above understanding that the Board will not approve future negotiations including information as stated above. Member Christiansen seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Member Christiansen presented a motion to approve a 4% increase for the Administrative Staff as contained in the classified negotiation agreement. Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Compliance of Health Curriculum
Member Seegmiller presented a motion to approve state compliance of the Health Curriculum. Member Hesson seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
R277-113 Performance Based Compensation Plan
The Board was reminded that this is only one-time funding. Superintendent mentioned that classified staff is included as well. It was also mentioned that the rubric and scoring tools would be worked on.
Member Christiansen presented a motion to approve the Performance Based Compensation Plan as explained with the understanding that it may need changes. Member Seegmiller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Enterprise High School Addition Bid
Mel Ashcraft proposed the Board accept the committee decision to award the construction bid to Bud Mahas and accept the addition for the retaining wall.
Member Hesson presented a motion to award the Enterprise High School Addition bid to Bud Mahas Construction and accept the addition for the retaining wall. Member Christiansen seconded the motion that passed. Member Gubler abstained from voting due to conflict of interest.
RECOGNITIONS
LuAnne Forrest, Professional Development/Special Programs Director - Edgar L. Morphet Award for Distinguished Dissertation for Significant Contribution to the Field of Educational Administration.
(Presentation will be made at Transportation Building)
Superintendent’s Award for Excellence
Eddy Wymer, Mechanic, District Transportation
Lynn Foremaster, Mechanic, District Transportation
Mike Crane, Mechanic, District Transportation
Ross Paulson, Mechanic, District Transportation
Craig Winona, Mechanic, District Transportation
REPORTS:
Superintendent
Superintendent mentioned the State Merit Award received by Loretta Wagstaff in Transportation. She will be recognized Monday as well.
Board
Associations
Allen Frei, AFT, expressed appreciation to Member Blake for his representation of Board during classified negotiations and to the Board for their approval.
PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Dana Ross, Parents with Disability Network – Asked the Board to consider input from the group in hiring a new Special Education Director. She asked them to meet with community members and keep communication open with the group when dealing with special education concerns.
Member Seegmiller presented a motion to adjourn at 4:39 p.m. Member Christiansen seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT