Rock Island Milan School District #41 Board of Education met February 13.
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, February 13, 2018 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 President Linda Dothard.
Roll Call:
Members Present: Ms. Marji Boeye, Ms. Linda Dothard, Mr. Kevin Nolan, Mr. David Rockwell, Mr. Gary Rowe, Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris and Mr. Terell Williams, and student members Kieran Benson, Morgan Harty and Jada Veasey
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. David Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Terell Williams to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 23, 2018, including executive session minutes to remain confidential, and special meeting of January 30, 2018 as presented. All members present voting “Aye”, the President declared the motion carried.
Special Item:
• State Scholars
Board members recognized the following 2018 Illinois State Scholars: Kieran Benson, Sydney Branson, Alexis Dillender, Galena Fessler, Samantha Hernandez, Gabrielle Hoeper, Gabrielle Ludwig, Sarah McCullough, Katherine Moore, Grace Potratz, Luc Saintfort, Max Saintfort, Jada Veasey, and Jameshia Walls.
Reports:
• Student Members
Student members reported on auditions for the spring musical “The Pajama Game”; this Friday and Saturday nights will have the last play in the winter showcase series; boys’ basketball make- up game against Galesburg is tonight; and the National Honor Society inductees are finishing up their service hours.
• Voting Members
Board members reported on the following events and activities: Rocky-Moline basketball game and the showing of support from students and the Moline community toward Mr. Price and his family; congratulations to our student Board members on their State Scholar achievements; and a special shout out to coach Thom Sigel who coordinated the cancellation of the basketball game when a player’s mother passed away unexpectedly.
• Superintendent
Dr. Oberhaus reported that the boys' basketball team is playing Galesburg as a makeup game from January 26th. The Girls' basketball team is beginning their tournament this evening in Pekin. Swimming state tournament starts this weekend, hosted by Rock Island High School. Wrestling has been moving forward. Congratulations to Victor Guzman and his success in the tournament. The Chamber Choir performed at the State Music Conference in Peoria, on Friday, January 26th. Despite a couple of the members battling the flu, the performance was awesome. Congratulations to Scott Voigt, Cheryl Bolt and the student performers. The upper classmen performance February 2nd was totally arranged and directed by the students. They did a great job with the performance that had included several very difficult personal topics. Our own Keiran Benson was a part of the production and did wonderfully. Six Rock Island Jr. High students placed in the Top 10 at the annual MathCounts competition on Saturday, February 3rd! Edison Jr. High had five students place in the top 10: Charlie Conner (1st), Joe Brune (5th), Pearce Lelonek (6th), Jackson Bennett (7th), Storm Stern (10th). Ian Empen from Washington Jr. High placed 9th. Overall, the Edison Jr. High Team placed 2nd in the competition.
President Trump's budget calls for the elimination of Title Il funding. For our District, that would result in a loss of $270,000. These funds are used to provide professional development for staff members. This is our sole source of funding professional development. He asked that you contact Representative Bustos, Senator Durbin and Senator Duckworth to advocate for continuation of the Title Il program.
In a meeting with State Superintendent Smith, the State Board is still working to acquire all the Information needed to calculate funding for every district under the new evidence-based funding formula. There are still needed legislative fixes to allow the funding formula to be implemented. These should occur in March. Funding for the Evidenced-Based funding model should be sent to schools in April. Based on the calculations provided to date, that would result in $1,900,000 for our District.
• Rock Island Education Association President
Andrew Hains reported on what it looks like when it’s working (in regard to Board’s points on finding a replacement for the superintendent). The full report is attached.
Executive Session:
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Gary Rowe to enter executive session to hear a parent complaint about a district employee. A roll call vote was called showing all member voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast, the President declared the meeting in executive session at 6:21 p.m.
Open Session:
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to return to open session. All member voting “Aye”, the President declared the meeting in open session at 7:04 p.m.
Action on Routine Matters:
• Agenda
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris to approve the agenda as presented. All members voting “Aye”, the President declared the motion carried.
• Blanket Motion
It was moved by Mr. David Rockwell, seconded by Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris and unanimously carried by a roll call vote that the following items be approved as a blanket motion:
VI. B. That the Board of Education approve the February Fund Raiser requests.
VII. B. That the Board of Education approve the purchase of a Ford F-150 4-wheel drive pick- up truck from Sexton Ford, Moline, IL in the amount of $24,975.29 for the District Maintenance Department.
VII. C. That the Board of Education extend the agreement for one year with Positive Empowerment Group to use Franklin Field for a Community Garden Project.
VII. D. That the Board of Education acknowledge the following donations:
Illinois State Council Knights of Columbus - $1,500.00 for teachers of early childhood special education classrooms at Horace Mann E.L.C.
The Benevity Community Impact Fund/John Deere - $325.00 for Eugene Field
VII. E. That the Board of Education approve the December Financial Statements.
VII. F. That the Board of Education authorize Bills for Payment dated January 31, 2018 in the amount of $4,031,438.16.
VIII. A. That the Board of Education approve the following certified appointments:
Lamont Watkins – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Harrison Smith – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Tracey Bosso-Walker – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Beverly Johnson – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
Andrea Casey – Substitute Teacher/District/Salary $90-$110/day (varies)
VIII. B. That the Board of Education approve the following non-certified appointments:
Nicole Gibbs – Secretary/WJHS/Salary $27,230 (will be retro-adjusted to start date)
Rosa Jasiota – Secretary/RIHS/Salary $25,938 (will be retro-adjusted to start date)
Lindsey Munson – SpEd Paraprofessional/HMELC/Salary $14.65/hour
RoDesha Hearn – Food Service/Thomas Jefferson/Salary $11.10/hour
Jayden Hoskins – Sub Custodian/District/Salary $9.00/hour
Operations – Cultural Competence Update
Dr. Jamyce Curtis-Banks provided a comprehensive report on the cultural competence training in the Rock Island-Milan School District.
A copy of the report is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Operations – Strategic Plan Update
Members of the District Leadership Team Kathy Ruggeberg, Leigh Bowman, Berni Carmack, Marji Boeye, Alan Carmen, Edward Yancy, Egan Colbrese, Andrew Hains and Kim Jorgensen provided an update on the measures and targets to the District Strategic Plan.
A copy of the report is kept on file with the official minutes at the Administration Center.
Operations – Student Expulsion
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve Student Expulsion No. 1/13/06.
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to approve Student Expulsion No. 1/13/06 as presented. A voice vote was called showing all members voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast the President declared the motion carried.
Operations – Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests
The administration received the following FOIA requests and responded within the five-day time limit: 1) Mr. Nathan Mhelliah to provide names and email addresses for all teachers and administrators who are retiring in 2018; 2) Nicole Lauer (Argus/Dispatch) for water testing results for all district facilities built before January 1, 1987, including the date of completed testing, names of buildings that required testing, number of faucets tested and the number that failed to pass the mandated testing, as well as remedies taken by the district for any faucets that failed testing; and 3) Jim Tyrell (Prairie State Wire) for collective bargaining agreements and employee information.
Business/Finance – 2018-19 Budget Preparation Recommendation
Bob Beckwith presented the recommendation for preparation of the 2018-19 budget. Board members directed Mr. Beckwith to prepare a detailed budget with a deficit not to exceed $825,000.00.
Personnel – 2017-18 Non-Certified Retirements
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve the following non-certified retire-ment during the 2017-18 school year:
Bruce Anderson – Custodian/Rock Island High School/28 Years of Service Virginia Jarrett – Community Services Coord./District/14 Years of Service
A motion was made by Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris and seconded by Mr. Gary Rowe to approve the non-certified retirements of Bruce Anderson and Virginia Jarrett during the 2017-18 school year as presented. A roll call vote was called showing all members voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast, the President declared the motion carried.
Personnel – Non-Certified Retirements
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve the following non-certified retire- ments at the completion of the 2017-18 School year:
Jacquelyn Shepherd - SpEd Paraprofessional/EJHS/16 Years of Service
A motion was made by Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris and seconded by Mr. Kevin Nolan to approve the non-certified retirement of Jacquelyn Shepherd at the conclusion of the 2017-18 school year as presented. A roll call vote was called showing all members voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast, the President declared the motion carried.
Personnel – 2018-19 Non-Certified Retirement
It was recommended that the Board of Education approve the following non-certified retirement during the 2018-19 school year:
J. Janette Creger – Athletic Secretary/RIHS/22 Years of Service
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Ms. Marji Boeye to approve the non-certified retirement of J. Janette Creger during the 2018-19 school year as presented. A roll call vote was called showing all members voting “Aye”. No “Nay” votes being cast, the President declared the motion carried.
Executive Session-
A motion was made by Mr. Kevin Nolan and seconded by Mr. Terell Williams to move to executive session to discuss personnel. All members voting “Aye”, the President declared the meeting in executive session at 9:15 p.m.
Open Session-
A motion was made by Mr. Dave Rockwell and seconded by Mr. Gary Rowe to return to open session. All members voting “Aye”, the President declared the meeting in open session at 10:01 p.m.
Personnel – Certified Resignation-
The administration has recommended Board approval of Mr. Eric Moore’s resignation effective June 30, 2018 and continuation of Mr. Moore’s salary and benefits through the time he finds alternative employment but no later than December 31, 2018. Mr. Moore has been the principal at Rock Island High School since July 1, 2016.
A motion was made by Mr. David Rockwell and seconded by Ms. Marji Boeye to accept the certified resignation of Eric Moore effective June 30, 2018 and approve continuation of Mr. Moore’s salary and benefits through the time he finds alternative employment but no later than December 31, 2018. A roll call vote was called showing the following members voting “Aye”: Dr. Tiffany Stoner-Harris, Mr. David Rockwell, Mr. Gary Rowe, Ms. Marji Boeye, Mr. Terell Williams and Ms. Linda Dothard. Mr. Kevin Nolan voted “Nay”. The President declared the motion carried.
Adjourn:
A motion was made by Mr. Gary Rowe and seconded by Mr. Terell Williams to adjourn the meeting. All members voting “Aye”, the President declared the meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
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