Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Board of Education September 17, 2019
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 A regular meeting of the Board of Education, District 155, McHenry and Lake Counties, Illinois, was held at Crystal Lake Central High School, 45 West Franklin Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 in said District, Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Vice President Adam Guss called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. The Vice President directed the Secretary to call the roll. Upon the roll being called, the following members answered present: Amy Blazier, Adam Guss, Ron Ludwig, Nicole Pavoris, Dave Secrest, and Tom Vaclavek. Board member absent: Jason Blake. Also present were: Steve Olson, Superintendent; Scott Shepard, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services; Jeremy Davis, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations; Shannon Podzimek, Director of Communications; Erica Bruso, Director of Fiscal Services; Matt Timmerman, Director of Curriculum and Assessment; George DiVenere, Director of Technology; Kim Dahlem, Director of Student Services; Neil Lesinski, Dr. Steve Koch, Josh Nobilio, and Dr. Eric Ernd; Principals CHSD 155; and Kim Bromley, Crystal Lake Central High School Vice Principal. Additional names of attendance on attached sign-in sheet. The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all in attendance. Tom Vaclavek moved and Amy Blazier seconded the motion that the minutes of Regular Meeting August 20, 2019, and Executive Session August 20, 2019, be approved as presented. Upon the roll being called, the following members voted. Aye: Amy Blazier, Adam Guss, Ron Ludwig, Nicole Pavoris, Dave Secrest, Tom Vaclavek Nay: None Absent: Jason Blake Dr. Eric Ernd, Crystal Lake Central High School Principal, welcomed the Board of Education and thanked everyone involved in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program. Dr. Ernd explained that AVID is a program designed to help underachieving students with high academic potential prepare for entrances to colleges and universities along with fostering the skills necessary to be successful in their postsecondary careers. AVID is also a schoolwide approach to rigorous curriculum (WICOR/ELECTIVE). Additional information and examples shared included AVID’s history and successes at Crystal Lake Central High School. It was noted that the AVID program is in its seventh year at Crystal Lake Central and is comprised of five pillars (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading). Member of the AVID Site Team and AVID Elective Students introduced themselves and explained their involvement in the program. Kim Bromley, Crystal Lake Central High School Vice Principal and AVID Site Coordinator, explained that goals are set on growth and that Crystal Lake Central has achieved the highest level of AVID implementation as well as being named a Schoolwide Site of Distinction. Members of the AVID Site Team and AVID Elective Students then spoke on various aspects of AVID that included Professional Development Resources; WICOR Strategies from AP to Climb; Critical thinking questions students choose from; AVID as a collective vision/family; and Development of seven soft skills (Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Work Ethic, Flexibility/Adaptability, and Interpersonal). In addition, AVID graduates and current AVID students shared their thoughts and experiences of the program. A senior cardboard confessional video was then viewed by all in attendance. AVID staff members and students answered questions from the Board of Education which included how students get into the AVID program, if all students are admitted into the AVID program, time commitment to the AVID program, and receiving the needed support for the AVID program. Board members also commented on the importance, opportunities, and success of the AVID program. Shannon Podzimek, Director of Communications, reported there were five Requests for Records Under Freedom of Information Act. It was noted that additional information regarding these Records Under Freedom of Information Act is available online as part of the district website Board Information Packet. 1. Mike Fehrenbacher, Citizen Request was denied. 2. Cal Skinner, McHenry County Blog Request was granted in part and denied in part. 3. Katie Smith, Staff reporter, Northwest Herald Request was granted in part and denied in part. 4. Katie Smith, Staff reporter, Northwest Herald Request was granted in part and denied in part. 5. Katie Smith, Staff reporter, Northwest Herald Request was granted in part and denied in part. There were no members of the public or district employees who wished to address the Board of Education. Jeremy Davis, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, presented the Treasurer’s Report for the month ending August 31, 2019. Mr. Davis informed Board members that he will be presenting the district’s 5-year fiscal projections in advance of the tax levy. Additionally, Board members were informed that the district has received approximately $71.6 million, or more than 96%, of its budgeted tax extension. Jeremy Davis then shared a 2019 summer construction and bills update. Board members were informed that, to date, the district has approved payments of $12.4 million which represents 82% of the original 2019 summer capital projects budget. Jeremy Davis, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Bill List and Bills Summary for the period of August 14, 2019 through September 10, 2019 in the amount of $15,148,558.32. Nicole Pavoris moved and Tom Vaclavek seconded the motion that the Bills as listed on the Agenda in the amount of $15,148,558.32 be approved and ordered paid as presented. Upon the roll being called, the following members voted. Aye: Amy Blazier, Adam Guss, Ron Ludwig, Nicole Pavoris, Dave Secrest, Tom Vaclavek Nay: None Absent: Jason Blake Scott Shepard, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, on behalf of Jay Sargeant, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, presented the Certified Salary Report for Website. It was noted that Public Act 097-0256, which took effect January 1, 2012, requires school districts in Illinois to create a current itemized salary compensation report for the superintendent, all administration, and teachers. The law requires this information be presented to the Board of Education with no action needed, posted on the district website by October 1, 2019, and submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education. Scott Shepard, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, requested approval of Resignation, Retirement, Dismissal, Non-Renewal, Employment, Coaching, and Extra- Curricular Assignments. B. Resignation, Retirement, Dismissal, and Non-Renewal 1. Amanda Avi released (honorable dismissal) as interpreter at Crystal Lake Central High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 2. Victoria Billimack going from one-half to one-quarter wildcard (gender sexuality alliance) at Prairie Ridge High School, effective for the 2019- 2020 school year. 3. Sara Brechbiel going from full-time science teacher to half-time science teacher at Prairie Ridge High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 4. Brenda Brockland resigned as half-time wildcard (theater/costumes) at Prairie Ridge High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 5. Justin Brown going from full-time to half-time assistant girls soccer coach at Prairie Ridge High School, effective for the 2019-2020 season. 6. Brian Burger going from full-time to half-time wildcard (computer) sponsor at Prairie Ridge High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 7. Scott Busam resigned as head girls softball coach at Crystal Lake South High School, effective for the 2019-2020 season. 8. David Cook resigned as assistant boys tennis coach at Cary-Grove High School, effective after the 2018-2019 season. 9. William Eschman going from one-half to one-third stipend wildcard (legacy club) at Crystal Lake Central High School effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 10. Jaclyn Fowler resigned as musical costume sponsor at Crystal Lake Central High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 11. David Hartl resigned as full stipend assistant football coach and one-half stipend assistant boys track coach at Prairie Ridge High School, effective after the 2018-2019 season. 12. Amy Johnson going from full-time physical education teacher to half-time physical education teacher at Crystal Lake Central High School, effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 13. Stacey Kayser going from full-time English teacher to half-time English teacher at Crystal Lake South High School, effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 14. Craig Kingston resigned as one-half stipend theater director at Crystal Lake Central High School, effective after the 2018-2019 school year. 15. Jacob Kuhl resigned as one-half assistant baseball coach at Cary-Grove High School, effective after the 2018-2019 season. 16. Michelle Loeding going from full-time to half-time wildcard (intramurals) sponsor at Prairie Ridge High School, effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 17. Kristen Pham going from full-time to half-time wildcard (literary magazine) sponsor at Prairie Ridge High School, effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 18. Haley Roeder going from one-half to one-quarter wildcard (gender sexuality alliance) sponsor at Prairie Ridge High School, effective for the 2019-2020 school year. 19. Brian Seaver going from one-half to one-third stipend wildcard (legacy club) at Crystal Lake Central High School, effective