March 11, 2019 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Joyce welcomed Mrs. Klanecky to our district as our new principal at the elementary school. Kelly introduced herself to the board and told about her family.

The DeJong's came to visit with the board about summer classes that are available to the FFA students such as Large Animal or Nursery/Landscape & Floriculture curriculum.
This would also allow the students the opportunity to show their projects at the Hall County or State Fair. Also submitted a design for an animal learning facility with outdoor animal runs to the outside. Possible designs for a fodder system and or a green house.
Mrs DeJong also showed a possible sign to be placed along the highway to thank our FFA sponsors.
Mr. DeJong was intruduced as our new middle school English teacher for next year. He spoke about his education and experience as a teach and spoke about the possibility of adding a middle school Ag Exploritory program and what that would hold for the future here at Wood River.

Mrs Ferringer and Mrs Gottlob were here to welcome Kelly to the district and were recognized for being on the interview panel made of elementary teachers.

Discussion:  Mr. Alderson spoke that we have an early childhood position open as we have a staff member that is interested in moving in house. Also we have a couple 1-5th grade open positions that have so far had 13 applicants. He also mentioned that the STEM program at the grade school in February was a major hit with families. Mrs Canfield and other teachers were praised for doing an amazing job with this event.

Mr Zessin had a bellringer to talk about our free and reduced population our school district. He also touched on the drug testing policy that has been presented to the board with a possible start of April 1, 2019. 
There will be no school April 12 due to district music at the high school due to over 750 students will be in the building. The ACT prep will begin next week for juniors and seniors.
Terry also spoke about some of the recent activities with school staff and students. 
Jacob Evans and Ryan Waldman were mentioned about their great accomplishments at the Spelling Bee.
 

Discussion:  Mr. Boucher spoke about our junior high sports on Wednesdays due to religious obligations after school there will be no penalty for missing due to confirmations.
Our school will host our golf tournament at the Centura Hills golf course in Cairo.
 

Discussion:  Dr. Haley spoke about the possibility about a new mower for the grounds and to assist with the farmground. Talked about possibly leasing through the summer. Discuss with Mrs. DeJong about what her input would be on this with the students use.

He also wanted to prepare for possible weather and snow versus school days so far. At this time we are in good shape as meeting requirements for the state.

Discussion:  Dr. Haley will send out possible dates to the board members.
 

Discussion:  Discussed Mr. Bouchers contract.

Discussion:  Discussed some possible changes to this policy. 

Discussion:  Dr. Haley presented the next school calendar