December 2009
BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 2009
Motion by J. Hayes, seconded by N. Barto to appoint C. Klinefelter as President Pro-Tem. Voice vote: Aye: 4 Nay: 0.
President Pro-Tem C. Klinefelter called the regular meeting of the Board of Education to order at 6:34 p.m. December 16, 2009 in the Library.
Members present: C. Klinefelter, N. Barto, J. Hayes, R. Hernandez
Since four members are present, a quorum does exist. It is legal to conduct the business of the District.
Staff present: A. Chandler, Superintendent, R. Staudenmeier, Principal,
DEA: K. Garcia, Erika Ward
Guests: Teri Rossman, Lindsay Welbers, N-T
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by N. Barto to approve:
Minutes of the regular and executive session minutes of the regular board meeting dated November 18, 2009.
Minutes of the Truth and Taxation minutes dated November 18, 2009
Minutes of the Policy Committee minutes dated December 1, 2009
Monthly bills
Treasurer’s Reports dated November 30, 2009.
Approve Consent Agenda Items
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
DIRECTOR F TECHNOLOGY/CURRICULUM/GRANTS REPORT
Mrs. Rossman gave an update of her grant to the Board. She thanked Lindsay Welbers for her time and effort given to the article in the News Tribune. Mrs. Rossman stated almost all teachers have received their laptops. The IPOD Pilot began with R. Goossens, D. Schroeder and R. Butler. Mrs. Rossman informed the Board of a new grant through the State Board of Education’s ARRA monies and asked permission from the Board to apply.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Mrs. Chandler reviewed her Superintendent’s Report, which was included in the board packet:
Reviewed “Race to the Top.” Summarized critical components
Reviewed policy changes.
Reviewed the new cell phone/texting law which goes into effect January 1, 2010
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Mrs. Staudenmeier reviewed her report, which was included in the board packet.
Reviewed Restructuring Plan, which will be submitted this year.
NEW BUSINESS
Closed Session Tapes
Motion by
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
First
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by J. Hayes to approve the first reading of policy changes in the 400’s, 600’s and 800’s.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Time Change
Mrs. Barto requested that we cut down the length of the meetings if the time is changed to 7:15 p.m.
Motion by C. Klinefelter, seconded by J. Hayes to approve changing the Board of Education meeting times to 7:15 p.m.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes
Nay: Hernandez.
Motion carried.
Board Retreat
Motion by N. Barto, seconded by J. Hayes to approve the Board of Education Retreat for January 27, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Library Grant
Motion by J. Hayes, seconded by N. Barto to approve the FY2010 School Library Grant Program Application for $353.08.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Competitive Technology Grant
To approve the (ARRA) Enhancing Education through Technology Competitive Grant (EETT), Illinois School Reform through Technology Initiative (IL-SRTT) Grant.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Personnel
Family Medical Leave
Motion by
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Motion by J. Hayes, seconded by R. Hernandez to approve a Family Medical Leave beginning November 30, 2009 for up to 12 weeks for Julie Smith.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Restructuring Plan
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by J. Hayes to approve the amended Restructuring Plan for DePue USD #103.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
Special Board Meeting
Motion by N. Barto, seconded by J. Hayes to approve a special board meeting on January 6, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
Roll call vote Aye: Klinefelter, Barto, Hayes, Hernandez
Nay: None. Motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by N. Barto, seconded by C. Klinefelter to enter into executive session at 7:54 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. Voice vote: Aye: 4. Nay: None. Motion carried.
Motion by R. Hernandez, seconded by C. Klinefelter to come out of executive session at 8:33 p.m. Voice vote: Aye: 4. Nay: None. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION
C. Klinefelter commented that the Junior High Basketball coach did a great job this year. He is very pleased with him and stated he is a good role model for our students.
N. Barto stated members of community have contacted her and would like traditional music at the Winter program.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING
The next regular meeting was set for 7:15 p.m. in either the Library or Principal’s Office on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 as approved at the June 17, 2009 Board Meeting. Time change approved at the December 16, 2009 meeting
DePue Board of Education Retreat will be held January 27, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by N. Barto, seconded by J. Hayes to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m. Voice vote: Aye: 4. Nay: None. Motion carried.
C. Klinefelter, President Pro-Tem
Lynn Ellis, Recording Secretary