January 8, 2018 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm.

Supt. Poppert stated that notice of the meeting was properly published in the Phonograph Herald and/or in 3 public places, per policy.

Supt. Poppert noted that the Open Meetings Law is posted on the wall of the meeting room.

Swinarski nominated .Mrkvicka, for the office of President. As there were no other nominations, Mrkvicka was elected by acclamation.

Scheer nominated Swinarski for the office of Vice President.  As there were no other nominations, Swinarski was elected by acclamation.

Mrkvicka nominated Harrahill for the office of Secretary.  As there were no other nominations, she was elected by acclamation.

President Mrkvicka asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the previous meeting(s). None were made, and the minutes were declared approved.

The Superintendent presented the Financial Report.  He pointed out money received from two grants, which will be used in the science department, and for the Courage and Respect Retreats.  

There were no communications from the public.

Mrs. Erika Klassen was present to discuss the Zones of Regulation. It teaches students how to self regulate in order to be ready to learn, and is being used K-6.

The President appointed the following to committees:

Building Committee: Dan Scheer, Jason Meinecke and Marty Mrkvicka

Curriculum Committee: Ken Swinarski, Shelly Harrahill, and Janelle Morgan.

Library Board:  Tracy Anderson was re-appointed.

Birth - 5 Committee:  Janelle Morgan

Americanism Committee:  Dan Scheer

Swinarski reported that a good discussion was held at the most recent curriculum committee meeting. Many teachers were present to inform the committee of their methods and perspectives regarding assignments, testing schedules, etc.

Mrkvicka and Scheer reported, for the Building Committee, on replacing tile and eliminating asbestos in one of a hallways, cement work around the track, and small remodeling projects and cabinet replacement to be done in parts of the building.

Mrs. Hagen reported on the success of APL training; the school plans to put some information on the program out to the public.  The discussion of staffing/scheduling of PE and music is ongoing.  Mrs. Schulte stated that staff members continue to be certified in MANDT training.  Mrs. Morgan asked about the requirement for coaches to write weekly articles for the newspaper.  Mr. Peters stated that coaches are expected to write weekly articles for the newspaper.

The Board and administration discussed selling the piano.  It was decided to try selling the piano on Craigslist in some nearby metropolitan areas.  The asking price is $10,000 or best offer.

In his report, Superintendent Poppert informed the Board of recent staffing changes, including the hiring of Ryan Camden as Transportation Supervisor.

An estimate for the street improvement projects is just over $10,500.  The Board decided to take money for that project out of the general fund.  Mr. Poppert also stated that he finished writing a grant application for the cost of rubber mulch on the playground.  

Supt. Poppert and Mr. Kleinsasser talked about improving infrastructure for technology in the elementary wing.  

Ryan will start on Jan 15 and has already starting to get proper certification.

Talked with Connie today from the city office, that is an estimate of the bill.  Bill will come in March.

The Board Calendar was reviewed.  The board discussed plans for the Board retreat.

President Mrkvicka restated the motion and indicated that only negotiations would be discussed.

The Board went into executive session at 8:36pm.  The Board came out of executive session at 8:51pm.  No action was taken.

The meeting adjourned at 8:53pm.