Wellington Napoleon R-IX School
Wellington MO
February, 9, 2012
Page 3
Minutes of the Board of Education
The Board of Education of the Wellington Napoleon R-IX School District of Lafayette County, Missouri met in regular session on February 9, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Carol Y. Hough Library Media Center pursuant to the law the following officers being presentto wit: Keith Dorsch, President; Sheri Beissenherz, Treasurer; David Twente; Steve Kropp; Jeff Beckemeyer; Jody Banner; Jeff Ruskey, Superintendent; and Carol Hough, Secretary. Sean O’keefe was absent. Also present were: Bud Jones, Brad Stilfield, Mindy Hampton, Melissa Register, Ken Holland, Elaine Burnett, Christine Harris, Devin Garland and Dan Harper.
President Dorsch called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mrs. Beissenherz moved to approve the agenda as presented. Mr. Twenteseconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
Tristan Layman, elementary teacher, was recognized for his use of technology in the classroom and working with the CATS (gifted program) students.
Devin Garland introduced Senior, Ben Niendick who was selected as FFA Area 6 Star Farmer.
The following elementary and secondary students were recognized as January Students of the month: Aryan Neasham, Sydney Rukavina, MaxCaton, Lexie Garrison, Hunter Pence, Alex Strickler, Rhiannon Welsch and Logan Manning.
The Financial Report was presented indicating a balance on hand as of February 1, 2012 of $2,652,274.81 which is the total of all funds including $222,04l.63 in the escrow accounts.
Mr. Twente moved to approve the following items on the consent agenda:
Minutes of the January 2012 regular meeting
Payment of bills as listed on the February 2012 check register and addendum
Library-/LMC Evaluation (copy attached)
Administrator and Director Reports (copies attached)
Mr. Banner seconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
Devin Garland, FFA sponsor, and FFA member, Megan Beckemeyer, addressed the Board
to request approval for the FFA-FCLA Spring Fling to Dallas on March 22-24. Forty-eight students and 8 chaperones are planning to make the trip. A copy of their trip request and itinerary is attached.
Mr. Kropp moved to approve the trip request as presented. Mr. Beckemeyer seconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
February 9, 2012
Page 4
The Board reviewed the proposed 2012-2013 school calendar. A copy is attached. Mr. Kropp moved to approve the 2012-2013 calendar as proposed. Mrs. Beissenherz seconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
The contract for school transportation for the coming year was discussed. Supt. Ruskey stated that he had compared services from other companies and thought it in the best interest of the district to remain with Randy Small Transportation since his rates were lower and he has provided safe and reliable service in the past. A copy of Supt. Ruskey’s research and recommendation is attached. The transportation contract will be reviewed annually.
Mr. Kropp moved to approve Mr. Ruskey’s recommendation and contract with Randy Small Transportation Co for the 2012-2013 school year. Mr. Twente seconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
CTA representative, Dan Harper presented a report from the Salary and Welfare Committee plans and recommendations. Most items were small and could be implemented with no cost. Everyone agreed Salary schedule revisions should center on increases for those on the upper end of the salary schedule who have master’s degrees and increased years of service. The Revised Salary and Welfare Policy will be discussed in March. Teachers would also like to see a change in the teacher evaluation form.
Summer maintenance objects were discussed with the board realizing that not all could be completed due to budget restrictions.The board committed to completing the lighting project since electric companies were offering energy rebates at this time. Lighting project includes: elementary classroom lighting, elementary hallway lighting, AG/IA shop lighting, gym lighting, stage panel upgrade (which is a safety issue) Other projects to hopefully be completed are: elementary boys restroom, boys’ lockers, resurfacing the parking lot, security system upgrades.
Additional information and costs on these additional projects will be obtained and discussed at a later meeting.
Mr. Twente moved to approve all planning and expenditures on possible upgrades as presented.
Mrs. Beissenherz seconded the motion. Motion carried, 6 votes for; 0 votes against.
Supt. Ruskey presented a three year comparison of expenditures for review. Copy attached.
President Dorsch presented information on school funding and two new legislative proposals Copies attached.
The MSBA sponsored Legislative session is scheduled for February 21st. Mr. Dorsch plans to attend.
Next regular BOE meeting is scheduled for March 8th.