Proceedings of the School Board of Education

PROCEEDINGS OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION

The School Board of Independent School District #2215 held its regular board meeting on Monday, June 20, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. in Twin Valley, MN.

Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Opsahl.

Pledge of Allegiance.

Members present: K. Stene, Sather, T. Stene, Douville, Nelson and Opsahl.

Also present: Superintendent Lundin, H.S. Dean of Students – Cass Hoseth, Elementary Dean of Students - Dustin Flaten, Sara Kjono, Jeanne Reardon, Mari jo ViK, & LaVon Olson.

Motioned by T. Stene, second by Nelson to approve agenda as presented with addition of item N. Policy #721 added to the agenda.

Discussion: None. All in favor. Motion carried.

Chairperson Opsahl welcomed all visitors.

Sara Kjono- addressed the board with information about contracting a School Nurse from Public Health. Also, she inquired about using school grounds for a Natural Play Space location for ECFE use.

Approval of Minutes Motion by Nelson, second by K. Stene to approve the May 16, 2016 regular board meeting.

District Contributions Morraine (Lien) Norden Estate – Thank you from School Board to the family for a trust fund donated to Norman County East School.

Pine to Prairie The house has been sold. It also has been noted that next year’s house has been sold also.

Long Range Planning No report

Enrollment Total enrollment of 289 students. Financial Reports/Approval of Bills/Electronic Transfers Motion by Douville, second by T. Stene to approve the payments of checks #33986-34063 and all electronic transfers and wires of $98,579.59 (payroll) and $100,000.00 (MSDLAF) as presented. General $87,801.08 Food Service $4,758.98 Community Service $2,734.00 Payroll $30,408.58 $125,702.64

Resignations Motion by Nelson, second by Douville to accept the resignation of Stacy Hanson-Special Ed. Teacher, and thanked her for her years with the NCE district.

Motion by Opsahl, second by Nelson to accept the resignation of Michael Erickson, Math Teacher, and thanked him for his years with the NCE district.

Discussion: None. All if favor. T. Stene abstained. Motion carried.

The board thanked Kaylie Bekkerus for her year as a Para-Professional as she also resigned at the end of the 2015-2016 school year.

Request for Bids Motion by Nelson, second by Sather to request bids for fuel, propane, and milk and to accept the bread bid that was accepted from Bimbo Bakeries thru Northwest Service Co-op Purchasing Connection.

Discussion: None. All in favor. Motion carried

Pre-School Fees Motion by Nelson, second by K. Stene to approve the Pre-School Tuition Rate for 2016-2017.

Support Staff Contracts Motion by Douville, second by Nelson to approve the 2016-2018 Support Staff Contract.

Discussion: None. All in favor. Motion carried. Preliminary 2016 Budget Motion by Nelson, second by Douville to approve the 2016 Preliminary Budget for 2016. Revenue of $4,212,917.00 and Expenditures of $4,309.185.00.

Superintendent Contract Motion by Nelson, second by Douville to approve a (3) year contract with Rob Nudell for the position of Superintendent of the NCE School District.

Principal Contract Motion by Nelson, second by T. Stene to approve the contract of Cassandra Hoseth as High School Principal for 2016-2018.

Extra-Curricular Positions Motion by Nelson, seconded by T. Stene to hire Mara Halvorson for FCCLA Advisor for 2016-2017.

Motion by Nelson, second by T. Stene to table the recommendation from A.D. Steve Radniecki to hire Brad Dunham for the vacant varsity football position. The Activities/Co-Curricular Committee of Douville, Sather and T. Stene would like to meet with Steve Radniecki.

Motion by T. Stene, second by Douville to table the recommendation from A.D. Steve Radniecki to hire Troy Peterson for the vacant Assistant Varsity Boys’ Basketball Coach until the Activities/ Co-Curricular Committee of Douville, Sather and T. Stene can meet with Steve Radniecki.

Math Position Motion by Douville, second by K. Stene to hire Kain Schow for the Math position for the 2016-2017 school year.

Public Health Contract Motion by Sather, second by T. Stene to not accept a contract at this time with Public Health but to pursue additional services and information from Public Health.

Discussion: None. All in favor. Motion carried. Heat Pump Bids Motion by Douville, second by Sather to accept the bid from Northwest Heating for the Phase 2 Heat Pump replacements.

Discussion: None. In favor: Opsahl, Douville, T. Stene, Sather, K. Stene. Opposed: Nelson. Motion carried.

Policy #721 – MSBA Policy Tabled until next meeting to give members time to read over the policy.

Elementary Dean of Students 1. End of school year wrapped up with field trips for students and Field Day for grades K-3, and grades 4-6. Awards were presented along with a 6th grade video on the last day. A movie was also shown to the students. Now summer work has begun at the elementary.

High School Dean of Students 1. Cassandra Hoseth gave an update on the Spanish Position. Candidates have been interviewed and turned down position. She is looking online for class that could be offered and has another interview set also.

Superintendent 1. Sather and K. Stene need to attend the Phase 1 & 2 Training for new board members. 2. Mr. Lundin was approached about the bleachers on the Gary Football Field to see if they are for sale. At this time the board would like to keep them for the district’s use. Also need to look into who is responsible for the maintenance of this property as it is no longer being used by the district. 3. Supt. Nudell will start July 1st. The board thanked Supt. Lundin for his service to NCE and wished him all the best at his new position.

Upcoming Meetings Regular Board Meeting ~ July 18th, 2016 ~ 8:00 p.m. Board Room

Chairperson Opsahl called for adjournment at 10:30 p.m.

______CHAIRPERSON, Ross Opsahl CLERK, Jason Douville