Lakeview Community Schools
Board of Education
Record of Minutes: Page 1 of 3
Date: August 9, 2010 Attachments: No
The regular meeting was called to order by President Jonaitis at 7:00 p.m., Lakeview High School Media Center.
Present: David England, Jack Jeppesen, Edward Jonaitis, Tim Rasmussen, Tim Reed
Absent: Douglas Beckett, Jeff Davis
Moved by Rasmussen and supported by Jeppesen to approve the agenda as amended. All yes, motion carried 5- 0.
As a Point of Pride, President Jonaitis acknowledged the Willard Dagget Professional Development that our staff attended on August 2, 2010. The topic was “How to Make Good Schools Great Schools”.
Citizen Participation/Communication: None
President Jonaitis reported on the Executive Committee meeting which was held on July 26, 2010. The Executive Committee is recommending the Board of Education approve the Code of Ethics and Board Ground Rules. The Committee also discussed the Superintendent Search, Board of Education Retreat scheduled for August 16, 2010, the SAN Borrowing, Administrative/Supervisor Contracts, the hiring of Sue Pitcher, Bright Start Elementary Secretary, and the Family Medical Leave Absences.
Dr. Pope talked about the Willard Daggett presentation. She also presented a spreadsheet for athletic costs comparing expenditures and sporting opportunities. Dr. Pope talked about Preschool and the applications received for staff positions. This pilot program will start in October.
Ms. Jackie Bartlett, Director of Transportation, presented the board with an overview of the driver status. She explained the training program for drivers. The transportation department is working on routing. She has reviewed the transportation routes with Administration. Route assignments will take place the week of August 16th. Parent notification letters will be sent out the week of August 23, 2010. The bus garage will have an open house and offer a safety demonstration area as well as bus rides for younger students. A list of student bus and numbers will be given to parents prior to the open house. President Jonaitis thanked Ms. Bartlett for the excellent report.
Moved by Reed and supported by Jeppesen to approve the following meeting minutes. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
July 12, 2010, Organizational Meeting
July 12, 2010, Regular Meeting
Moved by Jeppesen and supported by Rasmussen to approve the General Fund Claims. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
General Funds Check #67981-68068 in the amount of $267,794.61
Food Service Check #10002-10007 in the amount of $32,932.42
Athletics Check #6495-6504 in the amount of $10,458.60
Lakeview Community Schools
Board of Education
Record of Minutes: Page 2 of 3
Date: August 9, 2010 Attachments: No
Moved by Rasmussen and supported by Reed to approve the following personnel recommendations as presented. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Sue Pitcher, Bright Start Elementary Secretary
Chris Bruggema, 8th Grade Math Teacher, new to the position
Gary Jensen, request for Family Medical Leave from November 19, 2010 through November 29, 2010
Dr. Dixie M. Pope, Superintendent, request for intermittent (as needed) Family Medical Leave from July 8, 2010 through May 31, 2011
Joel Orr, Boys Varsity Track Coach, continuing from last year
Chris Bruggema, Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, new to the position
Sarah Hicks, .5 Third Grade Position, effective 2010-11 School Year
Results from the .5 Position Open in Third Grade
Mandi Zaborowski, Middle School Teacher, request for Leave of Absence to pursue Educational Administration for the 2010-11 school year
Dr. Pope reported on the Administrator/Supervisor Contracts. She explained the longevity/step increases.
Dr. Pope reported on the Refunding of 2001 Bonds. She is asking the board to give permission to pursue the Refunding of 2001 Bonds. There is a possible projected savings of $400,000.00 with further information forthcoming.
Dr. Pope explained the Bright Start Elementary Family-School Handbook. She is asking the board to approve the handbook.
Dr. Pope presented a resolution to award the sale of the SAN Borrowing to Isabella Bank.
Dr. Pope gave an updated on the annual election. September 13 will be the public hearing at 6:30 p.m. and will be posted in the GV Daily News.
Moved by Reed and supported by Jeppesen to approve the resolution of Supervisor contracts as presented and recommended by the Executive Committee. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Rasmussen and supported by Reed to approve resolution of Refunding of 2001 Bonds. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Moved by England and supported by Rasmussen to approve the BSE F- Handbook. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Reed and supported by Jeppesen to approve the public hearing to be held September 13, 2010, for the annual election. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Lakeview Community Schools
Board of Education
Record of Minutes: Page 3 of 3
Date: August 9, 2010 Attachments: No
Moved by Rasmussen and supported by Reed to award Sale of State Aid note to Isabella Bank. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
President Jonaitis read the following announcements:
August 17 Board of Education/Administrative Team Retreat August 16, 2010, 6-8 p.m.
Tamarack District Library
August 23 Crisis Team Committee Meeting – Bright Start Elementary School 12:00 noon
August 30 High School Workday
August 31 District Professional Development
September 1 High School Professional Development
Bright Start, Elementary, Middle School Workday
September 7 First Day for Students
Moved by Reed and supported by England to adjourn at 8:00 p.m. All yes, motion carried 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Timothy Rasmussen, Secretary
Minutes recorded by Pam Main