Approved:
MINUTES OF THE
RILEY COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 378
REGULAR
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
HELD IN THE
RILEY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
President Dan Winter called the USD 378 Board of Education's regular
meeting to order on Monday, March 23, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Riley
County High School Library with the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Winter recessed the meeting to the north gym to recognize the
exemplary students regarding Spring 2008 Kansas State Assessment
Recognition Ceremony. Certificates were presented by the Board of
Education.
After the Ceremony and returning to the Library, President Winter
reopened the meeting.
The following members were present:
Dan Winter, President
Daniel Strom, Vice President
Randy Glenn
Tom Henton
David Stevenson
Jennifer Wilson
Member Rusty Berry was absent.
Others present:
Brad Starnes, Superintendent
Norma Sharp, Clerk
Teresa Grant, RGGS/RCMS Principal
Eric Swanson, RCHS Principal
CONSENT AGENDA*Asterisk marked items.
A. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a) Minutes of the Regular March 9, 2009, meeting were approved as
presented.
B. *APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS:
1.) The March Expenditures were approved as presented.
2.) Intrust Credit Card Statement
3.) Building Financial Reports
C. *The Board approved Third and final reading of Policies as listed:
II Testing Program with Staff Rules
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IHF Graduation Requirements
IHEA Make-Up Opportunities
IHB Homework
IHA Grading System
IFCB Field Trips
IFC Community Resources
IFBH Resource Speakers
IFBC Instruction Materials and Media Centers
IFBC Citizens Request for Reconsideration
IF Textbooks Instructional Materials
IEB Charter Schools
IE Instructional Arrangements
IDFA Athletic Practice
IDCG Student Suicide Awareness and Prevention
IDCF Dropout Prevention Program
IDCE College Classes
IDAE Student Privacy REGULATION
IDAE Student Privacy-ESEA
IDAD Title I Regulations
IDAD Title I Programs
IDAC Exceptional Programs
IDAB Support Programs
IDAA Special Programs
IDA Basic Program
ID Instructional Program
ICAA Teaching Methods
ICA Pilot Projects
IC Curriculum Development-Education
IB School Site Councils
IA Philosophy – Mission Statement
I Handbook-Television in Classroom
I Handbook-Student Use of Computers & Information
I Handbook-Evaluation Plan for Student suicide Prevention Program
I Handbook-Acceptable Use of Technology by Students
I Handbook-Acceptable Use of Technology By Staff
I Handbook-Academic Dishonesty
I Guidelines for Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Chapter I-Table of Contents
ING Animals and Plants in the School
IKL Lesson Plans
IKE Assemblies
IKDA Religious Objections to Activities
IKD School Ceremonies and Observances
IKD Religion in Curricular or School Activities
IKCA Human Sexuality & AIDS Education
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IKB Controversial Issues
IJ Evaluation of Instructional Programs
IIBGB On Line Learning
IIBGA Children’s Internet Protection Act
IIBG Computer Use
IIA Performance-Based Credits
DELETED POLICIES
IKH Substitute Teaching
IKC Teaching about Religion
IKA Teaching Methods
IHC Class Rankings
IG Guidance Program
IHD Honor Rolls
IHAA Final Examinations
IDE Partnerships
IF Instructional Resources
IDDA At Risk Students
After reading of policies, no changes were made.
E. *The Board accepted an $1,000 anonymous gift to be used by the RCHS
baseball team per Mike Dillon’s recommendation.
F. *The agenda was approved as presented.
G. *Daniel Strom moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.
Second by Jennifer Wilson. Motion carried with six “yes” votes.
PATRON
A. HEARING OF STUDENTS:
There were no students present.
COMMUNICATION
B. HEARING OF VISITORS:
The following visitors were present:
Mike Pachta, Riley
Garry Sigle, RCHS Teacher.
Mr. Sigle stated he was representing the Riley County Educators and
addressed the Board regarding the results of the Kansas State Department of
Labor Election. The election indicated that the Riley County Educators will
be the new negotiating bargaining unit representing the Riley County
teacher staff. Mr. Sigle stated he wanted the BOE to know the group has no
hidden agendas or wholesale changes. By this change it will provide all
teachers the opportunity to set at the negotiation table and be able to provide
input. All teachers are members of RCE and soon will elect a slate of
officers. Mr. Sigle addressed guestions from the Board.
C. HEARING OF PRINCIPALS:
Principal Grant reported the K-12 Parent Teacher Conferences will be held
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Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 – 8:00 pm. State Assessment testing is in
full swing.
Principal Swanson stated spring athletics start April 3rd and Kansas
Assessment testing starts next week.
ADMINISTRATIVE A. EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSULTANT:
Superintendent Starnes discussed the initial process with Educational
REPORTS:
Facilities Consultant including utilization of a master planner. Included in
the no cost level to USD 378 District would be a) Initial Conceptual
Discussion; b) Pre / Preliminary Analysis; c) Administration and BOE Pre /
Preliminary Analysis Education; d) Preliminary Technical and Financial
Proposal. This preliminary service is a huge part of our facilities puzzle. It
provides us a possible funding alternative to “green” our buildings, save us
long term energy money, upgrade inefficient equipment and continue with
our facilities needs. Plus, helps us develop a strategic plan for now and the
future. Two concerns were discussed: a) Long term commitment of funds.
B) Making sure that all our present educational facilities committee, Board
and administrative recommendations are “rolled” into this type of financial
commitment. Mr. Starnes updated the Board on concerns with HB2169.
David Stevenson moved to instruct the Superintendent to proceed with the
Trane Company with Phase I initial four levels at no cost to the district as
stated. Second by Jennifer Wilson. Motion carried with six “yes” votes
cast.
The Board would like to have the Superintendent obtain an example of what
we’d receive (product) for the level of work requested and contact other
district’s that have used these services for their opinions.
B. BUDGET UPDATE:
Superintendent Starnes provided updated information regarding the most
current KSDE budget printout showing that with a $33 Base Aid per Pupil
cut this year, USD 378 would lose $40,967. Governor Sebelius has
recommended using federal stimulus package money to keep Base Aid per
Pupil at $4,400 for the 2010-11 and 2011-12 school years. Mr. Starnes
updated House Bill 2373 which will be discussed on the House floor this
week.
Mr. Starnes stated our district is moving forward with our plans as
previously presented.
C. ADVERTISING:
As directed by the Board Superintendent Starnes established the following
advertising guidelines following BOE Policy K-1-Advertising in the Schools
for information.
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1. All advertising would be limited to the establishment or business, for example a
business that sells alcohol may be approved for advertising, but no mention of
any brand names of alcohol or other banned substances would be contained
within the ad.
2. All advertising proposals must have prior administrative approval before being
taken to the Board (per policy) for approval.
3. Ads will be reviewed on an annual basis for continued solicitation of
funds/appropriateness. These ads will be administrated by the respective
building principals and athletic director. Individual coaches/sponsors may be
included with the annual evaluation process.
4. All finances gathered from advertising will be receipted within USD 378 Riley
County Schools.
5. When displayed, ads must meet safety specifications and adhere to building
regulations/codes. For example colored ads that cause a player to lose a ball due
to the ad being the same color of the ball will not be allowed.
6. Numbers and sizes of ads maybe limited due to safety, strength of equipment
holding the ad-i.e.-baseball fence can only support so many ads due to the wind
possibly bending or breaking the supporting fence poles.
7. Advertiser money is to be used at the discretion of the school district.
8. Appropriate price to hang the advertisement banner consistent.
Further discussion will be considered.
Principals were allowed to leave the meeting if they would like.
D. DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY PLAN:
Daniel Strom moved to approve the District Technology Plan to be
presented to the Kansas State Department of Education by April 9, 2009.
Second by Jennifer Wilson. Motion carried with six “yes” votes cast.
A copy of the District Technology Plan is available in both attendance
centers and the District Office.
E. KANSAS STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ELECTION
RESULTS:
Mr. Starnes reviewed the Kansas State Department of Labor election results
tally sheet showing 57 eligible voters. Votes cast for Riley County
Education Association (RCEA) were 20. Votes cast for Riley County
Educators (RCE) were 30. The majority of votes cast were for the Riley
County Educators (RCE) to be the new negotiating bargaining unit
representing the Riley County teacher staff. District attorney, Vic Jacobson,
has been contacted regarding the change.
PERSONNEL
REPORT
A. EXTEND CONTRACT FOR RCGS PRINCIPAL TERESA GRANT:
David Stevenson moved to extend RCGS Principal Teresa Grant’s contract
through 2010-2011 as recommended by Superintendent Brad Starnes.
Second by Jennifer Wilson. Motion carried with six “yes” votes cast.
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B. EXTEND CONTRACT FOR RCHS PRINCIPAL ERIC SWANSON:
David Stevenson moved to extend RCHS Principal Eric Swanson’s contract
through 2010-2011 as recommended by Superintendent Brad Starnes.
Second by Jennifer Wilson. Motion carried with six “yes” votes cast.
C. APPROVE CONTRACT FOR RCHS ASSISTANT GOLF COACH:
Member Randy Glenn excused his self from discussion and action on this
agenda item.
Daniel Strom moved to approve a contract for RCHS Assistant Golf Coach
for Justin Glenn per Mike Dillon’s recommendation. Second by Tom
Henton. Motion carried with five “yes” votes cast.
CORRESPONDENCE
The following correspondence items were presented:
1.) Thank you from Kevin Larson and Family.
2.) Letter from the City of Leonardville: RE Park and Ball field.
Miscellaneous Notes:
1.) Calendar Committee Meeting-Monday, March 30th 6-7:30 pm at the
district office.
2.) KASB Region 4 Spring Meeting will be held April 23rd at Susan B.
Anthony Middle School, Manhattan; new BOE members’ workshop
will be held at the Clarion Hotel on the same day.
3.) Parents as Teachers-February update.
Board member reports
No official action taken under member reports.
FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular Board of Education meeting will be held Monday,
April 6, 2009, in the RCHS Library starting at 7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
After the transaction of all official business, David Stevenson moved and
Jennifer Wilson seconded the meeting adjourn. Motion carried with
six “yes” votes cast.
Time for adjournment was 9:05 p.m.
--------------------------------------------- President, Daniel M. Winter, DDS
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--------------------------------Norma Sharp, Clerk