Argenta Oreana Bomber Bits Board Briefs

On May 10, 2010, the Board held its regular business meeting.

At 6:00 p.m., the meeting convened.

• The board entered closed session pursuant to the Open Meetings Act-5 ILCS 120/2c(1) and c(9), which permits a closed session to consider the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, reduction in force, or dismissal of specific certified and/or noncertified employee(s).
• The board reentered open session.

• Public comments occurred..

• The board reentered open session.

• Staff comments were provided.

• District Administrators provided reports:

• Ms. Fustin:
o The mobile dentist program saw 73 students. Thank you to Joanne Witts for organizing this event for our school and giving this opportunity to our parents.
o Bonnie Aukamp and I have talked extensively on ways to save money and what can be cut back. Mike Mize walked through the building with both of us. He provided great insight and ideas through a cost analysis of supplies, work load and summer work expectations.
o Team Day is May 27th.

• Mr. Johnson:
o Reported that twenty students participated in the Mobile Dentist Program on Friday, May 7 and recognized Joanne Witts for organizing this opportunity for our students, parents & guardians.
o Announced that the 8th Grade Class Trip to Six Flags in St. Louis will take place on Thursday, May 13.
o Announced that the MS Athletic Banquet will take place on Tuesday, May 18. A catered meal will be served at 5:30 PM. The Awards Presentations will begin at 6:30 PM.
o Reported that the 8th Grade Promotion Exercise will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 20 in Kimler Gym.
o Reported that the Good Behavior Trip will take place on Monday, May 24. At this juncture, approximately 65% of the MS student body are eligible. Eligible students will enjoy bowling in the AM and will enjoy inflatable attractions during the PM.
o Announced the following upcoming events/activities:
5/11- Spring Music Concert- 7:30 PM- Kimler Gym
5/12- Spring Band Concert- 7:00 PM- Kimler Gym
5/14- Spring Fling
5/25- 5th Grade Students Visit AOMS; 6th Grade Orientation- 6:00-7:00 PM
5/26- 6th Grade Field Trip to Children’s Museum in Indianapolis
5/27- Students’ Last Day of Attendance

• Mr. German:
o Our Juniors completed PSAE Testing on April 28 and 29.
o I am very glad to report that our Music Department has once again done an outstanding job of representing AOHS. In the recently posted IHSA final standings, our music program is listed as number 6 in the state in our class. This marks the fourth consecutive year that our music programs have finished in the top 10 schools for our class. Congratulations to Mrs. DeSutter, Mr. Waddell, and all of our students.
o Congratulations and thank you to our Student Council and Mrs. Schrey for a very successful Red Cross Blood Drive that brought in 54 units.
o Provided information regarding repair work to be done on the parking lot.
o Provided information regarding a turf treatment plan proposed by Turf Professionals.
o Shared upcoming dates, including Graduation on May 21, at 7:00 in Kimler Gymnasium.

• Mr. Sheehan:
o The athletic department has finalized summer schedules and will be passing out the information to students along with posting dates and information on the web page. The following programs are offering summer camps to our elementary students: volleyball, boys basketball, girls basketball and softball.
o AthletiCare will be conducting sports physicals for students entering 6-12 grade on Tuesday June 8th from 3-6 pm. The cost will be $25 per student.
o The sports meeting for any student planning on participating in extracurricular activities during the 2010-2011 school year will be held on Tuesday August 3 at 5:30 pm. The fall coaches will conduct individual team meetings following the general athletic meeting.

• Ms. Wilson:
o Provided updates on No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and Race to the Top (RTTT).
o Discussed the PreK Family Fun Night
o Mentioned National Education Technology Standards

• Mr. Jones:
o Discussed Race to the Top (RTTT) round two
o Discussed the lunches that will be provided for Spring Fling and Team Day

• Review and approval of Board Minutes occurred.

• The approval of Payroll/Bills occurred.

• Personnel Employment
o Rick Ahrens resigned as 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach.
o David McBride resigned as part-time MS/HS custodian.
o Melissa Schrey resigned as Student Council Sponsor.
o Tamara Ripley was hired as Varsity Scholastic Bowl Coach.
o Bryan Marquis was hired as Junior Varsity Scholastic Bowl Coach.
o Cameron Hays was hired as a summer worker at the MS/HS.
o Bryce Bowman was hired as a summer worker at the MS/HS.
o Heather Reed, Raeanne Sisson, Shelly Camfield, and Rebecca Smith were hired to split to two summer worker positions at the Elementary School.

• 2010-2011 Student Academic and Extracurricular fees were discussed. The Driver’s Education student fee will increase from $40 to $50. Scholastic Bowl was added to the extracurricular fee schedule. Scholastic Bowl fees for 2010-2011 were approved as $20 for Middle School and $40 for High School.

• Action occurred to increase Extracurricular Admission Fees to the Okaw Conference recommended rate if the majority of the conference schools increased their rates. The rates would increase by $1.00 for all levels at the MS and HS. Senior Citizens would continue to be allowed admittance for no cost. Action occurred to leave Athletic Yearly passes unchanged.

• The 2009-2010 final calendar was adopted.

• Summer Life Safety and buildings/grounds work was discussed.

• Student and Extracurricular handbook changes were discussed. The Elementary School, Middle School, High School, and Extracurricular handbooks were adopted.

• Mr. Johnson discussed beginning a MS summer school program. The board approved this program as long as all program requirements presented by Mr. Jones were met.

• Discussion of the Argenta Sewer Easement occurred. The board did not take action and asked that more information be provided at the June board meeting.

• Renewal of the Wrestling CO-OP with Maroa-Forsyth occurred.

• The meeting was adjourned.

On May 25, 2010, the Board held a special board meeting.
At 6:00 p.m., the meeting convened.

The board entered closed session pursuant to the Open Meetings Act-5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), which permits a closed session to consider the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, reduction in force, or dismissal of specific certified and/or non-certified employee(s).

The board reentered open session.

Personnel Employment
Rick Ahrens resigned as MS boys track coach.
Greg Cothern resigned as HS science teacher, varsity volleyball and 8th grade volleyball coach.

The board approved the MOU/Letter of Agreement between AO CUSD #1 and the AOEA regarding involuntary reassignment language for summer 2010.

The board authorized Mr. German to dispose of unused and unneeded MS/HS library items.

Alan Hupp, A-O Board President, was appointed the presiding officer of a student discipline hearing.

The board entered closed session to consider student discipline (Student A) and to consider the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, reduction in force, or dismissal of specific certified and/or non-certified employee(s).

The board reentered open session.
Official action on student discipline (Student A) occurred.
The board entered closed session to consider student discipline (Student A).
The board reentered open session.
Official action on student discipline (Student A) occurred.
The meeting was adjourned.