West Franklin USD 287 Board of Education Meeting Education Center 510 E. Franklin Pomona, Ks Monday, April 8, :00 pm

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1 West Franklin USD 287 Board of Education Meeting Education Center 510 E. Franklin Pomona, Ks :00 pm Call to Order The regular meeting of West Franklin USD 287 Board of Education was called to order by President Thayne Bush with the following members present: Curt Altic Stacy Hower Lisa Reece Sherry Harris Tim Matthias Stacia Spencer Also present: Superintendent Dotson Bradbury, Board Clerk Teresa Hawkins, Principals Robert Allen, Rick Smith, Cathy Brandt and Matt Brenzikofer, Curriculum Director Andy Azwell, Maintenance Supervisor Jerry Engel and Transportation/Maintenance Director Richard Adler. Also in attendance were Jason Spielman, Janet Matthias, Julie Spielman, Noel Young, Gene Hirt, David Staley, Lou Coppoc, Tonya Turnbaugh, Trey Turnbaugh, Elizabeth Giffin, Carol Hamilton, Dustin Young, Bret Altic, Richard Ecord, Jeannette Flager, Tristin Hower, Daniel Arnett, Angelle Higbie, Marsha Alexander, Sandra King, Chad Abbott, Stephanie Bush, Adreyanna Sharp, Angie Corwine, Betty Greer, Corey Hower, Barb Engel, Jerry Engel, Ed Altic, Dee Short, Scott Sweetwood, Nora Sweetwood, Rusty Ecord, Sydnie Turnbaugh, Jon Horne, Matt Froggatte, Chris Reekie, Michael Moody, Darcy Moody, Trina Lacey, and Shannon Altic. Amend Agenda A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Sherry Harris to amend the agenda as follows: 4.15 Whole Board Training 4.16 Staff Evaluation Tool 4.17 Greenbush Energy Group Contract Approve Consent Agenda A motion was made by Stacia Spencer and seconded by Lisa Reece to approve the following items on the consent agenda: Minutes of the previous meetings Financial Reports/Pay Bills 1

2 Patron Forum Dee Short stated that he felt the proposed bond issue was too aggressive. Adreyanna Sharp thanked the Board for all they have done for her education and all the hard work put toward the proposed bond issue. Angelle Higbie informed the Board that FFA recently held their District Selection Day with Cody Webb being selected East Central District Greenhand District Star Farmer in Placement, Evan Woodbury East Central District Beef Production Placement & East Central District Diversified Agriculture Placement and Avery Mead - East Central District Sheep Production Entrepreneurship. They also had 21 people run for a district office and Dakota Roy was selected to compete for one position, but she does not yet know which position that will be. Mrs. Higbie also thanked the Board for all they do and invited them to the FFA Banquet on April 24 th. Noel Young stated that she realized the Board had been faced with many difficult decisions and thanked them for all they had done. She also stated that there were over 100 people in attendance at a recent meeting of patrons in favor of the bond issue and that she would do everything possible to see that the bond issue passed. Jason Spielman stated that he agreed with all that Noel Young had said. Reports Robert Allen reported the following: Williamsburg Elementary donated over $ to their Pennys for Patients fundraiser cause. Mr. Allen introduced Tristin Hower, WES 5 th grader, to the Board. Tristin recently had an article published nationally in the Trappers Magazine. Mr. Allen, Mr. Bradbury, the Board and all patrons in attendance congratulated him for this outstanding achievement. Rick Smith reported the following: FBLA members Carlie Snethen, Pam Kane, Mitch Walters and Alexis Yellend all qualified for Nationals. Carlie Snethen was also elected District VP and Alexis Yellend was elected State Secretary. The high school band was the only band to receive a I rating at league contests. The high school choir received a II rating at league contests, but only missed receiving a I rating by 1 point. The following also received I ratings at district contests: o Brass Quartet Wyatt Gilbert, Emily Campbell, Shelbi Allen & Tiffani Montano o French Horn Solo Shelbi Allen o Trumpet Solo Wyatt Gilbert 2

3 Reports Cont. o Clarinet Solo Seth Bollanger o Snare Drum Solo Joel Jossie o Tuba Solo Tiffany Montano FFA won the national t-shirt design contest Middle School has students participating in track. 7 th grade boys placed 1 st and 8 th grade boys placed 2 nd in their meet today. Cathy Brandt had nothing to add to her report in the Board management letter. Curriculum Director Andy Azwell had nothing to add to his report in the Board management letter. Superintendent Dotson Bradbury reported that legislature has voted to increase the BSAPP (base state aide per pupil) from 3,838 to 4,460, but in reality this will mean no additional funding to school districts, as they will just be moving money from one place to another. COOP Report Tim Matthias reported The COOP will hold a summer camp for disabled children and the camp will include riding sessions. There will be a 2% change in the Medicaid billing. Health insurance for paras continues to be discussed, along with the possible % increase in premiums. Long Range Facilities Plan, WFHS Curriculum Additions, Donations, Tour of Facilities, OU Sponsored Football Camp, Security Equipment, Bus Transportation Software, Summer Staff, 21 st Century Grant, Summer Maintenance, Travel Requests, Donation of Sick Days, KASB Contract, WRC Board Appointment, Whole Board Training, Staff Evaluation Tool, Greenbush Energy Group Long Range Facilities Plan A maintenance schedule was discussed, with consensus of the Board that even if the bond issue passes they still need to develop a maintenance plan. A motion was made by Thayne Bush and seconded by Stacia Spencer to have the grounds and maintenance people develop a prioritized maintenance list for review at the May Board meeting. 3

4 WFHS Curriculum Additions Mr. Smith answered questions regarding the three new courses that he would like to have added to the high school curriculum. He also explained how each course will benefit the students. A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Stacy Hower to approve the addition of Robotics, Human Anatomy and Animal Science/Veterinary Science to the high school curriculum. Donations A motion was made by Stacy Hower and seconded by Tim Matthias to accept the $100 donation from Ransom Memorial Hospital and the $100 donation from Wolf Creek, both to the Healthy Hikers program and the $1,300 donation from the WFHS Booster Club, with $100 going to each high school athletic team, band, cheer and dance team. Tour of Facilities A motion was made by Sherry Harris and seconded by Curt Altic to schedule a tour of all facilities for April 17 th. Tour schedule will be: 6:00 pm at Williamsburg Elementary, 7:00 pm at West Franklin High/Middle Schools and 8:00 pm at Appanoose Elementary. An ad will be put in the Ottawa Herald, Shopper, on the district website and broadcast over School Reach. OU Sponsored Football Camp Ottawa University would like to hold a summer football camp on the West Franklin campus. Students from neighboring districts will be invited. OU staff will run the camp. A motion was made by Tim Matthias and seconded by Lisa Reece to approve the summer football camp, with the possibility of obtaining an athletic trainer for the camp through OU. Security Equipment Andy Azwell explained the bid from Kansas Security Cam and Door System for the door intercoms and camera systems for each campus. A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Stacy Hower to accept the bid of $19,932 for the security equipment. 4

5 Break A motion was made by Stacy Hower and seconded by Sherry Harris at 8:55 pm to take a five minute break. The Board of Education returned to open meeting at 9:00 pm Long Range Facilities Planning The Board asked if they could send an informational pamphlet to all registered voters giving facts and showing a photo of what the proposed bond issue would be for. It is legal to present them with facts and information as long as there is no persuasion on which way to vote. A motion was made by Sherry Harris and seconded by Stacy Hower to direct the superintendent to create an informational pamphlet regarding the proposed bond issue, send a copy to legal council for review and approval and then send a copy to all district patrons. Bus Transportation Software & Support Richard Adler and Andy Azwell presented the Board with information on the Orbit transportation routing and management software. A few of the things this software will do is show the most economical way to run the bus routes, works with PowerSchool and will also track driver certifications. Total cost for the 1 st year will be $13,175. Thereafter the annual support and maintenance fee will be $1,200. A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Stacy Hower to accept the bid of $13,175 from Orbit. Summer Staff A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Stacia Spencer to authorize the superintendent to employ summer staff for the following: summer school, Jump Start program, paint crew, computer cleaning crew, mowing, weight room supervision and 21 st Century summer program. 21 st Century Grant Mr. Allen informed the Board that he has received an additional grant for $41, for the FORCE after-school program. With this additional money he would like to split the program, and have an after-school program at both Williamsburg and Appanoose Elementary schools. Currently the program is held at the middle school and Mr. Allen feels there would be better participation if the program could be moved to each elementary. This additional grant will also help fund the Robotics Rock, 5

6 21 st Century Grant Cont. Feed Our Friends and Healthy Hikers clubs, along with three certified teachers, three paraprofessionals and one director at Williamsburg Elementary. A motion was made by Tim Matthias and seconded by Stacia Spencer to accept the grant and split the after-school program. Summer Maintenance Richard Adler and Jerry Engel explained and answered questions regarding the proposed list of summer maintenance items. The Board would like to pull the football field maintenance from the list and seek separate bids for the mowing, fertilizing and aerating &topdressing of the field. A motion was made by Stacia Spencer and seconded by Lisa Reece to approve the summer maintenance list as presented, less the $18,000 high school football field maintenance. Travel Requests A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Stacia Spencer to approve the following travel requests: Betty Greer and WFHS seniors to St Louis, MO for their annual senior trip May 11 th & 12 th Dotson Bradbury to attend Pittsburg State Administrative Conference in Cassville, MO May 8 th -10 th Donation of Sick Days A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Stacy Hower to approve the donation by Phyllis Cunningham of 10 sick days to Tara Huggard. KASB Contract for A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Tim Matthias to approve the contract with KASB for both membership dues and legal assistance fees for the school year. 6

7 WRC Board Appointment A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Sherry Harris to approve the appointment of Brian Haner to the Williamsburg Recreation Commission. Whole Board Training A motion was made by Thayne Bush and seconded by Curt Altic to have a special Board meeting, at the convenience of the current and new Board members, for a KASB training. Staff Evaluation Tool A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Sherry Harris to adopt the McRel staff evaluation tool for certified teachers. Greenbush Energy Group A motion was made by Thayne Bush and seconded by Lisa Reece to approve the Participation Agreement & Hedging Authorization with Greenbush Energy Group. Carried: 6-1 (Hower abstained) Executive Session A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Thayne Bush at 10:50 pm to enter executive session for 30 minutes for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, to discuss matters affecting a student to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to discuss negotiations to protect the public interest in negotiation a fair and equitable contract. Principal Rick Smith was asked to join executive session at 11:00 pm and exited executive session at 11:15 pm. The Board of Education returned to open meeting at 11:20 pm 7

8 Executive Session Cont. A motion was made by Thayne Bush and seconded by Sherry Harris at 11:20 pm to re-enter executive session for 20 minutes for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, to discuss matters affecting a student to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to discuss negotiations to protect the public interest in negotiation a fair and equitable contract. Superintendent Bradbury exited executive session at 11:30 pm. The Board of Education returned to open meeting at 11:40 pm+ A motion was made by Sherry Harris and seconded by Curt Altic at 11:40 pm to re-enter executive session for 15 minutes for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, to discuss matters affecting a student to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to discuss negotiations to protect the public interest in negotiation a fair and equitable contract. The Board of Education returned to open meeting at 11:55 pm A motion was made by Sherry Harris and seconded by Stacy Hower at 11:55 pm to re-enter executive session for 5 minutes for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, to discuss matters affecting a student to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to discuss negotiations to protect the public interest in negotiation a fair and equitable contract. Superintendent Bradbury was asked to re-join executive session at 11:58 pm The Board of Education returned to open meeting at 12:00 pm 8

9 Employment Recommendations A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Stacia Spencer to accept the following employment recommendations: Resignations: Tara Huggard WFHS Cheerleading Sponsor Employment Deanna Gould Bus Driver contingent upon completion of driving test Summer Scott ½ time nurse A motion was made by Curt Altic and seconded by Sherry Harris to appoint Lisa Reece and Tim Matthias to the negotiation team. A motion was made by Lisa Reece and seconded by Sherry Harris to extend all administrator contracts by 1 year. Adjournment A motion was made by Stacy Hower and seconded by Sherry Harris to adjourn the meeting at 12:10 pm. Carried: 6-1 (Altic no vote) Teresa Hawkins, Clerk Thayne Bush, President 9