July 5, 2016 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  At 7:02 P.M., July 5, 2016, in the Central Office Board Room, President Andy Grosshans convened a public hearing to discuss, consider, and receive input on Board Policy 5033 Student Fees. Members present for roll call were Scott Claycomb, Andy Grosshans, Cheryl Landon, Alan Retzlaff, Bruce Sedivy, and Jessica Zuniga. Following the opportunity for audience comment, President Grosshans adjourned the hearing at 7:03 P.M.

Discussion:  At 7:04 P.M., July 5, 2016, in the Central Office Board Room, President Andy Grosshans convened a public hearing to discuss, consider, and receive input on Board Policy 1235 Parental Involvement. Members present for roll call were Scott Claycomb, Andy Grosshans, Cheryl Landon, Alan Retzlaff, Bruce Sedivy, and Jessica Zuniga. Following the opportunity for audience comment, President Grosshans adjourned the hearing at 7:05 P.M.

Discussion:  At 7:06 P.M., July 5, 2016, in the Central Office Board Room, President Andy Grosshans convened a public hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions, or observations of taxpayers relating to the proposed amendment of the 2015-16 Bond Fund Budget. Members present for roll call were: Scott Claycomb, Andy Grosshans, Cheryl Landon, Alan Retzlaff, Bruce Sedivy, and Jessica Zuniga. Following the opportunity for audience comment, President Grosshans adjourned the hearing at 7:07 P.M.

Discussion:  Transportation Director Carleen Dowding discussed the 2015 - 2016 Transportation Report with he Board of Education. Assistant Principal and Activities Director Brad McMillan discussed the 2015 - 2016 Activities Report with the Board of Education.

Discussion:  Superintendent Dr. Bill Heimann reported to the Board of Education on the following: 1) Nebraska Career Education Conference recognized Mallory Gregory as FCCLA Advisor of the Year. 2) Kris Spath is FFA Advisor of the year and our FFA was recognized as the Chapter of the Year. 3) Nebraska Coaches Association recognized Ken Adkisson as the Girls Track Coach of the Year. 4) Foundation for Education had its quarterly meeting June 18 and approved a $10,000 contribution to the District for the purchase of Chromebooks. They hosted a golf tournament on June 28 at Hillcrest Country Club. 5) The Viking Discovery Program has been approved to use the teacher's lounge at Eagle Elementary by the State Fire Marshal. They will use this location as well as the lunch room and gym in Eagle. 6) Nearly 300 Chromebooks are being ordered this summer. We are replacing the computer labs at Waverly High School and adding mobility and access for students at every building. Partnership with multiple groups that are contributing funds is making this possible.

Discussion:  Policy Committee Chairperson Sedivy reported on the Policy Committee Meeting held during the month. Building, Grounds, and Transportation Chairperson Retzlaff reported on the committee meeting held prior to the Board of Education Meeting. Planning and Development Committee Chairperson Grosshans reported on the committee meeting held during the month. Board Member Landon reported on board training attended during the month.

Discussion:  Parents of home schooled children, who reside in the District, commented to the Board of Education on Board Policy 5005 Full Time and Part Time Enrollment.

Discussion:  Regular Board of Education Meeting Minutes from June 6, 2016.

Discussion:  Michael Beals, District Technology Assistant, 8 hours per day, rate of pay equals $18 per hour, effective June 13, 2016.

Discussion:  Extra Duty Assignments for 2016 - 2017 were approved by the Board of Education.

Discussion:  Fund Balances as of June 29, 2016 are General Fund = $5,257,284.37; Special Building Fund = $525,243.38; Bond 2015 Debt = $27,754.74; Bond 2010 Debt = $538,527.12; Bond 2008 Debt = $733,564.04; Bond Series 2015 Construction = $5,935,021.85; Bond 11 A/B K-8 Debt = $417,843.50; Bond 11 C 9-12 Debt = $273,477.23; Hot Lunch = $180,388.27; 2003 QCPUF = $15,721.76; 2010 QCPUF = $48,881.51; 2012 QCPUF = $110,343.44; 2013 QCPUF = $356,818.34; and Depreciation = $347,855.26.

Discussion:  Payroll, Imprest, and General Fund Claims for July 5, 2016 of $1,522,416.32. Special Building Fund Claims for July 5, 2016 of $35,274.00. Bond Series 2015 Construction Proceeds Claims for July 5, 2016 of $1,199,973.50. Bond Debt Service Claims for July 5, 2016 of $10,750.00.

Discussion:  Horizon Bank is sponsoring the School Messenger Alert System for the 2016-17 school year. This is a valuable service for our students and staff. Foundation for Education $10,000 towards the purchase of Chromebooks. Hamlow/WIS PTO $12,000 towards the purchase of Chromebooks. Eagle PTE $4,500 towards the purchase of Chromebooks.

Discussion:  Waverly High School Volleyball team requests attendance at a camp in Iowa on July 19-21.

Discussion:  Authorize Superintendent Dr. Bill Heimann as the district’s agent for applying for reimbursement attendant to all Federal programs and to administer the expenditure of said funds.

Discussion:  2016-17 Prices Breakfast Lunch K-5 $1.70 $2.67 6-12 $1.80 $2.82 Adult $2.40 $3.55

Discussion:  Greg Long, Educators Health Alliance representative is available to meet with staff, administration and/or board members to talk about Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance and dual option/high deductible plans that include a health savings account.

Discussion:  The Board of Education discussed setting a meeting date to review the Staff Survey.

Discussion:  President Grosshans adjourned the meeting at 8:52 P.M.