Rock Island Milan School District #41 Board of Education met November 14.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Rock Island-Milan School District was held Tuesday, November 14, 2017 in the library at Rock Island High School. The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance and was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Vice President Gary Rowe.
Roll Call:
Members Present: Ms. Marji Boeye, Mr. Kevin Nolan, Mr. David Rockwell, Mr. Gary Rowe, and Mr. Terell Williams
Members Absent: Ms. Linda Dothard and Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris
Others Present: Dr. Michael Oberhaus, Mr. Robert Beckwith, Mr. Troy Bevans, Mr. Egan Colbrese, Ms. Ramona Dixon, Dr. Kathryn Ruggeberg and Ms. Alicia Sanders
Approval of Minutes:
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 24, 2017. All members present voting “Aye”, the Vice President declared motion carried.
Special Item – International Thespian Society Students:
Rock Island High School teacher Dorian Foster recognized students involved in the International Thespian Society at Rock Island High School.
Reports:
• Voting Members
Board members reported on the following events and activities: Edison basketball games; Student Ambassadors will be selling bracelets for SPARK suicide prevention, with the crisis line on the inside of the bracelet; and a note box placed in the library for anonymous notes of concern by students that will be checked daily by staff members.
• Student Members
Student members reported on the following events and activities: Student Hunger Drive efforts to Riverbend Food Bank with overall total collected (by all schools) was 46,000 pounds; girls’ basketball team held their Red and Gold game; boys’ basketball Red and Gold event is this Saturday; Fearlessly Girl event this Friday; need of renovations to the Little Theatre; thank you to Holly Sparkman for invitation to the YWCA 100 Year Anniversary event; and the RIHS Chamber Choir Christmas season is coming up with performances at many events.
• Superintendent
Dr. Oberhaus stated that Senate Bill 851 passed the House of Representatives, but was not called for a vote in the Senate before adjournment. This Bill will increase exemptions for homestead, veterans, and seniors. If passed, the District would realize a loss in property taxes of approxi- mately $2,400,000. While we are grateful the Bill was not passed, there is a strong indication that it will be placed back for consideration when the Legislature reconvenes in January. This reduction would be on top of the $1,200,000 loss in corporate personal property taxes announced two months ago by the Department of Revenue.
The last of the Fall sports is concluding this weekend with Michaela DePover representing the District at the state swim meet. We wish her great success. As we conclude Fall sports, winter sports are beginning. If you have the opportunity, please attend some of the winter activities. The student athletes and performers appreciate your support.
The District survey concluded at the end of October. Included within the survey was a question about the school calendar. Dr. Oberhaus shared a graph showing the results that indicate a strong preference by parents, students and staff to maintain the two-week breaks in the school calendar. With this information, we will prepare a draft 2018-19 calendar with two-week breaks. The satisfaction results are being compiled and will be shared with the Board November 28th.
The Head Start program will receive a focus review from the Federal Government during the week of November 27th. As a member of the governing Board you may be requested to participate in an interview regarding the program. Nicole Berry and her team have been putting together required documents for review.
Citizen Addressing the Board:
S. Edward Yancy, 549 – 22nd Avenue, Rock Island, addressed the Board regarding comments at the previous Board meeting about funding for a new scoreboard at the stadium, funding for the Head Start program, and building respectful relationships within the community.
Action on Routine Matters:
• Agenda
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to approve the agenda as presented. All members voting “Aye”, the Vice President declared the motion carried.
• Nomination of Future Agenda Items
Board members would like a complete TIF report which includes lost property taxes, how much the state aid formula makes up, how much is received in abatement, and status of each TIF.
• Blanket Motion
It was moved by Mr. Dave Rockwell, seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan and unanimously carried by a roll call vote that the following items be approved as a blanket motion:
VII. B. That the Board of Education approve the following overnight field trip requests: 1) Rock Island High School Boys’ Basketball Team to Bloomington, IL for the State Farm Holiday Classic tournament December 27-30, 2017; 2) Girls’ Basketball Team to Lake Zurich, IN for the Turkey Thriller tournament November 17-18, 2017; 3) Girls’ Basketball Team to Indianapolis, IN for the Holiday Jam tournament December 22-23, 2017; and 4) Girls’ Basketball Team to Louisville, KY for the basketball shootout January 19-20, 2018.
VII. C. That the Board of Education approve the November Fund Raiser requests.
VIII. B. That the Board of Education approve the estimated expenses ($4,416.83 total) for Linda Dothard and Tiffany Stoner-Harris at the annual National School Boards Association conference April 7-9, 2018 in San Antonio, TX.
VIII. D. That the Board of Education approve Legat Architects, Moline, IL to be the architectural firm during all District capital projects.
VIII. E. That the Board of Education approve the contract with the Illinois Quad City Civic Center Authority, Moline, IL in the amount of $10,000.00 for the Rock Island High School graduation on June 2, 2018.
VIII. F. That the Board of Education acknowledge the following donations:
Mike Hoben Memorial - $1,600.00 for the Rock Island High School Athletic Dept.
VIII. G. That the Board of Education authorize Bills for Payment dated October 31, 2017 in the amount of $6,369,570.12.
IX. A. That the Board of Education approve the following certified appointments:
Amber Heath – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Ritu Gupta – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
David Foster – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Halle O’Connor – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Stacey Nordeen – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Allison Scudder – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Crystal Aldeman – Bilingual/ELL Teacher/Denkmann/Salary $19,946.15
IX. B. That the Board of Education approve the following non-certified appointments:
Christina McGee – Food Service/Ridgewood/Salary $11.10/hour
Monica Burney – Title I Paraprofessional/Thomas Jefferson/Salary $14.65/hour
Kristen Starks – Title I Paraprofessional/Denkmann/Salary $12.16/hour
Austin Anderson – Substitute Paraprofessional/District/Salary $12.16/hour
Justine Sibomana – Title I Paraprofessional/RI Academy/Salary $14.65/hour
Josiane Adja-Fiagan – Food Service/Denkmann/Salary $11.10/hour
IX. C. That the Board of Education approve the following non-certified coaching appointments:
Marcus McQueen – Head Freshman Girls Basketball Coach/RIHS
Jarrin Williams – Assistant Boys Track Coach/RIHS
IX. E. That the Board of Education approve the termination of non-certified employee #17- 01-1102.
Education – Rock Island High School Courses:
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve the addition of two new courses at Rock Island High School: Introduction to Healthcare and Advanced Placement Studio Art 3D Design, beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. A copy of the presentation is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Terell Williams to approve the addition of two above new courses at Rock Island High School, beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. A roll call vote was called showing all members present voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast the Vice President declared the motion carried.
Education – Minority Teacher Incentive Program:
Joann Stribling and Addie Corby-Winn provided an update on the Minority Teacher Incentive Program (MTIP). A copy of the presentation is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Education - Positive Achievement & Creativity Equals Righteous Success (PACERS) Report:
Sallie Konrardy provided an update on the Positive Achievement & Creativity Equals Righteous Success (PACERS) program. A copy of the presentation is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Operations – Strategic Plan Quarterly Report:
The District Leadership Team shared the first quarter report to the Board of Education including the Illinois State report card access, Building School Improvement Plans aligned to District Improvement Title I Plans aligned to the District Improvement Plan. A copy of the presentation is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Business/Finance – 2017 Tax Levy:
Bob Beckwith presented the 2017 Tax Levy. A copy of the presentation is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Business/Finance – Software Purchase:
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve a software license agreement with Lexia Learning Systems LLC, Concord, MA in the amount of $44,540.00 for licenses at Denkmann, Earl Hanson, Eugene Field, Edison Jr. High School, and Rock Island Academy.
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Terell Williams to approve a software license agreement with Lexia Learning Systems LLC, Concord, MA in the amount of $44,540.00 for licenses at Denkmann, Earl Hanson, Eugene Field, Edison Jr. High School, and Rock Island Academy.
Personnel – Non-Certified Resignations:
It was recommended that the Board of Education accept the following non-certified resignations:
Staff Member; Current Position; Number of Years of Continuous Years of Service:
Judith Palmer; Food Service/District; 2
Ebonee Hatcher; Food Service/District; 1
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to accept the non-certified resignations of Judith Palmer and Ebonee Hatcher. A voice vote was called showing all members present voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast the Vice President declared the motion carried.
Work Session – 2016-17 Audit:
Representatives from Bohnsack & Frommelt LLP shared the draft 2016-17 Audit Report. A copy of the report is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Adjourn:
A motion was made by Mr. Kevin Nolan and seconded by Mr. Dave Rockwell to adjourn the meeting. All members voting “Aye”, the Vice President declared the meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
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