February 13, 2017 at 7:30 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Open Meeting
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1.1. Roll Call
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1.2. Recognize the Open Meetings Act information
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1.3. Approve minutes of last meeting
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2. Instruction and Related Items
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2.1. Student Report
Discussion:
Ashtyn Humphreys presented a student report on a wide range of recent student activities.
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2.2. Principal Report
Discussion:
Dr. Prososki presented information to the Board on AQuESST Progress, enrollment numbers, Dual Credit classes, ebooks, ELPA 21, High Reliability Schools Academy, NAEP the recent Artist in Residence (Thad Beach), and recent School surveys.
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2.3. Adopt 2017-2018 school calander
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2.4. Recognize the DOEA as the official bargaining unit for certificated staff for 2018-19
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3. Personnel Items
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4. Support Service
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4.1. Technology Update
Discussion:
Dr. Prososki reported on ACT preparations, the CRDC report, new security cameras installed at the HS and on the installation of a new projector at the elementary lab.
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4.2. Facility Update
Discussion:
Mr. Meyerle noted that he was gathering information on making some renovations to the locker rooms in Diller. He also noted that he plans to cover the glass of classrooms in the old wing at the elementary. The glass has been noted as a safety issue during the NDE Safety visit.
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5. Superintendent Items
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5.1. Superintendent Report
Discussion:
Mr. Meyerle recommends to the Board of increasing the benefit of bus drivers to match that of 9 month full time classified staff which is $2450 in an annuity, 125 spending or full single insurance. He also recommends increasing the annuity or 125 spending option for 12 month classified staff. The Board will consider the recommendations. |
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6. Financial Items
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6.1. Pay bills as presented
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7. Board of Education Items
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7.1. Set administrative salaries for 2017-2018
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7.2. Take possible action on bid for fitness center building project in Diller
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7.3. Approve the use of the Special Building Fund for the Fitness Center if necessary
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7.4. Approve sale of old music building if necessary
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7.5. Approve NASB membership
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7.6. Discuss changes to Policy #5072 Student Drug Policy
Discussion:
The Board directed Superintendent Meyerle to draft a policy update to the Student Drug Policy #5072. The Board wants the consequences of the policy to be enforced year round as opposed to only during the school year. Mr. Meyerle will have a draft policy for the Board's consideration at the next meeting. The Board also discussed having drug testing for students grades 7-12 who are involved in activities beginning next school year. Mr. Meyerle will have someone form Nicholson and Associates present to the Board at the next regular meeting on the matter. |
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7.7. Committee Reports
Discussion:
The Board discussed legislative news and the upcoming NRCSA convention. Mr. Meyerle discussed mailing a survey to registered voters in the Diller-Odell School District on the subject of the construction of a new competitive gym. The past several years the question is frequently ask of the possibility, as our patrons travel to new venues at neighboring schools. Mr. Meyerle suggested a mail in survey to weigh the district patrons opinion. The results will help the Board determine whether it is something they would consider a bond issue or a lease purchase agreement for. The Board approved the creation of a survey with information and facts of Pioneer Conference and neighboring school districts. Mr. Meyerle did note that the project could be done without an increase in the overall tax levy, but it would require a redirection of dollars from the Special Building Fund to a Bond Fund or a Lease Purchase Agreement. |
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7.8. Executive Session
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8. Adjournment
Discussion:
President Stohs adjourned the meeting at 9:10pm. The next regular meeting is March 13, 2017 at the high school in Odell. |