Board of
Education Meeting
President Buttice called the meeting to order at
Members present: Mr. Buttice, Mr. Norvill, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. MacPhee,
Mr. VanBeuning, Superintendent Masear
Members absent: none
Guests: Mrs.
Missy Leverton, Mrs. Timmie Marshall, Mrs. Wainwright, Mrs. McLendon, Mr.
Vandemore
Citizen’s
Request/Public Participation:
Approval
of Minutes:
Motion made by Dearing/Visocky to approve the regular session
minutes from
Motion voted. Yeas- Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
Motion made by VanBeuning/Dearing to approve the executive
session minutes from
Motion made by Norvill/Dearing to approve the special
meeting minutes from
Motion made by Norvill/Visocky to approve the special
executive session meeting minutes from
Motion made by Norvill/VanBeuning to approve the special
meeting minutes from
Motion made by Dearing/Norvill to approve the special
executive session meeting minutes from
Treasurer’s Report:
Superintendent Masear received a letter stating that the transportation payment is delinquent but has been sent. Mr. Norvill asked about paying the high school and it was stated we pay every three months.
Motion was made by Norvill/Dearing to accept the treasurer’s report. Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
Approval of Warrants:
Mr. Dearing asked about extra-curricular and curricular transportation costs to the high school.
Mr. VanBeuning asked about the payment to Miller, Hall, and Triggs for consultation costs.
Mr. Dearing asked about fees paid for speech dues.
The amount paid for awards was mentioned due to its significance.
Motion made by Norvill/Visocky to accept the warrants. Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
Board President Buttice appointed Member Visocky, as President Pro-Tempore.
At this time, Member Visocky assumed the position as President Pro-Tempore.
President Pro-Tempore appointed Norvill to serve as Secretary Pro-tempore.
Norvill then assumed the position as Secretary Pro-Tempore.
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE LENGTH OF OFFICE OF BOARD OFFICERS
Motion by Dearing, seconded by VanBeuning, to designate, by Board Resolution, the length of the term of Board President, Vice President, and Secretary at one year. On roll call, the following votes were recorded:
YEAS: VanBeuning, Visocky, MacPhee, Dearing, Buttice, Schwader, Norvill
NAYS: None
Motion by VanBeuning, seconded by Dearing, to nominate Member Norvill, for President of the Board of Education for a one year term of office.
There being no other nominations, President Pro-Tempore Visocky called for a vote for Board President. On roll call, the following votes were recorded:
YEAS: VanBeuning, Visocky, MacPhee, Dearing, Buttice, Schwader, Norvill
NAYS: None
Motion carried to appoint Member Norvill as Board President for a one year term.
At this time, Member Norvill assumed the Board's Presidency.
Motion by Visocky, seconded by Schwader, to nominate Member Dearing for Vice President of the Board of Education for a one year term of office.
President Norvill called for a vote for Vice President. On roll call, the following votes were recorded:
YEAS: Visocky, MacPhee, Dearing
NAYS: VanBeuning, Buttice, Schwader, Norvill
Motion by Norvill, seconded by VanBeuning, to nominate Member Buttice for Vice President of the Board of Education for a one year term of office.
President Norvill called for a vote for Vice President. On roll call, the following votes were recorded:
YEAS: VanBeuning, Dearing, Buttice, Schwader, Norvill
NAYS: MacPhee, Visocky
Motion carried to appoint Member Buttice as Vice President of the Board of Education for a one year term of office.
At this time, Member Buttice assumed the seat of Vice President.
Motion by Dearing, seconded by Visocky, to appoint Schwader as Secretary of the Board of Education for a one year term of office. On roll call, the following votes were recorded:
YEAS: VanBeuning, Visocky, MacPhee, Dearing, Buttice, Schwader, Norvill
NAYS: None
Motion carried to appoint Schwader, Board Secretary, for a one year term of office.
At this time Schwader assumed the position of Board Secretary.
Committee Reports:
Technology Committee:
Work is continuing on the Technology Plan revision. Mr. Wendelin and Mrs. Heider have received
some confusing information about the format and have another training coming up
on April 26. We are also requesting
samples from other districts. Ms.
Schwader obtained a partial plan from
Building Committee:
We have had various engineers and architects through our building in the last couple of weeks. They have looked at the heating/cooling systems, electrical, doors/hardware and windows. The report was delivered today. This is the first step in developing our ten-year life safety plan.
Curriculum Committee:
Representatives from McGraw Hill
and Nystrom came to meet with teachers and there is a recommendation for new
textbooks.
City of East Peoria Education Committee:
Mr. Buttice stated that Dr. Durflinger presented to the committee that our school is not unique in our financial situation. In a condensed initial review most studies did not show financial savings. However, students from smaller districts may benefit from enhanced services.
Superintendent
Masear attended the latest meeting and stated that committees were formed for
accountability to the city council, legislation information, marketing, and
possibly a “recommended cuts” committee.
There was discussion during the city meeting opposing the fourth
committee. The next meeting is set for
May 12 at 3:00 PM.
State Track Meet Update:
A big “thank-you” to Timmie Marshall for all her hard work in finding volunteers to work the meet. Thank you to Mr. Visocky for all of his hard work. Superintendent Masear will contact the IESA in regards to the parties responsible for attending to the kids who are hurt or exhausted.
Summer Maintenance and Custodial
Positions:
There is one high school candidate for summer custodial work and this
will begin at $7.00 hourly.
Motion made by VanBeuning/Dearing to accept the application of Al Snider for the outside summer work for 2004 for $10.00/hour. Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
Coaching Positions:
We are still looking for a baseball
coach.
Mr. Dearing and Mr. Buttice stated
that there are two possible interested candidates.
Kindergarten Enrollment:
We have 21 students registered for
kindergarten this year. This is a
manageable number.
Playground and Discipline Committees:
Mr. MacPhee and Ms. Schwader will serve on the discipline committee. Terry Newlan
volunteered to serve as a parent on this committee. Meeting dates will be set soon. This committee needs to meet promptly in
order to make revisions to the handbook so that it can be sent to the
printer.
Mr. MacPhee will represent the board on the playground committee. Many parent volunteers have
expressed interest on the playground committee.
Motion made by Buttice/Schwader to transfer $5000 from this year’s track
meet fund to the playground fund.
Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
New Business:
Ethics Ordinance:
Superintendent Masear brought the new ordinance for a first read. This new policy must be
approved in May.
Resignation of Superintendent:
Superintendent Masear requested that the board accept her resignation in order to advance professionally. The board expressed their regrets but were excited for her advancement.
Motion made by Visocky/Buttice to accept the resignation of Superintendent Masear.
Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Visocky, Mr.
VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-Mr. Dearing. Motion
carried.
Handbook Revisions:
Superintendent Masear met briefly with our attorney to review the handbook for required legal updates.
Adoption of K-5 Social Studies Books:
Superintendent Masear recommended we adopt the McMillan/McGraw/Hill social studies
textbooks for $7000 (which includes the “free” material).
Motion by Visocky/Dearing to purchase the McMillan/McGraw/Hill social studies
textbooks not to exceed $7000 to begin 2004-2005 school year.
Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
Other Business:
Spring Music and Movement Program:
Monday, May 10, 2004 at 6:30 PM
Track Meet Cook Out:
Wednesday, May 12, 2004 from 5:00-6:30 PM
East Peoria High School has contacted Mr. Vandemore about obtaining their used universal equipment.
Mr. Dearing asked if there had been any contact about using the building for the 7th and 8th grade dance. There has been no contact from the committee since the letter has been sent.
Executive Session:
Motion made by Dearing/Buttice to enter executive session for the purpose of discussing employment of superintendent and other personnel and student discipline concerns.
Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried. The board entered executive session at PM.
The board entered executive
session at 7:16PM.
The Board re-entered open session at 8:23 PM.
Adjournment:
Motion made by Buttice/Dearing to adjourn the meeting. Motion voted. Yeas-Mr. Buttice, Ms. Schwader, Mr. Norvill, Mr. VanBeuning, Mr. Dearing, Mr. Visocky, Mr. MacPhee. Nays-0. Motion carried.
The meeting ended at 8:24 PM.
Next regular meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2004 at 6:00 PM.
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Steve Norvill, President Shauna Schwader, Secretary