December 17, 2007 (Regular Meeting)...
...Board Meeting Notes
by Randy Rivers
December 18, 2007
The Board met at 6:00 PM and discussed their perceptions of what they heard at the meeting with certified staff. The Board agreed to schedule a Special Meeting on Monday, January 7th to discuss strategic planning issues with the district administrators.
The Regular Meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. Financial auditor, J.D. Wilbert, presented the financial audit for 2006-2007 to the Board.
The Board approved the CONSENT AGENDA that included:
- Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 12th and the Special Meeting of November 26th
- Treasurer's Report
- Bills submitted for Payment
- District Office Petty Cash Fund Report
- Northeast Elementary Activity Fund Report
- Northeast High School Activity Fund Report
- Northeast Elementary Petty Cash Fund Report
- The 2006-2007 Financial Audit Report
INFORMATION ITEMS
- The Board heard reports from the building Principals, Curriculum Director, Board member Ann Miss regarding the Interlocal meeting, the Network Administrator and the Superintendent. The Board also took time to phone Rob Robinson and wish him well.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. The Board discussed several policy changes dealing with the loan of district equipment, interrogation of students, sex offender access to the schools, pre-employment physical examinations and bullying. Final language for these policies will be presented to the Board for final action in January.
2. The Board discussed the Superintendent evaluation process. The Board agreed to schedule a Special Meeting on Monday, February 4th to complete the evaluation.
3. The Board discussed the School Calendar for 2008-2009. Ideas from the discussion will be forwarded to staff for further comment and input. Further consideration of the calendar will take place at the regular January meeting.
4. Mr. Rivers presented the Board a financial forecast for the 2008-2009 school year. Potential new revenues and possible applications of the new funds were discussed. The discussion of new staff positions or programs will continue at future meetings.
The Board entered EXECUTIVE SESSION to discuss professional negotiations.
The Board entered a series of EXECUTIVE SESSIONS to discuss non-elected personnel.
ACTION ITEMS
1. The Board accepted the resignation of Leanna Trammel as a bus driver.
2. The Board accepted the retirement of Ken Cleland and Linda Underwood effective at the end of the 2007-2008 school year.
3. The Board accepted the retirement of Barbara Babcock effective October 1, 2008.
The Board expressed appreciation for the years of service Mr. Cleland, Mrs. Underwood and Mrs. Babcock have provided for the students of USD 246.
December 17, 2007 (Regular Meeting)...
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