2008-2009 School Year Board Minutes
July 13, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter
Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, July
13, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members
present were: Mary Kirkpatrick, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Bob
Hall, Joseph Skye, and Melanie Bingham. Also present were: Larry
Cannon, Steve Taylor, David Jackson, Dennis Burke and Jo Ann
Thomasson.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
President Binns led the board and guests in the flag salute.
President Binns presented the agenda for approval with the addition
of item “iii” being added under Superintendent Reports to change
the date of teacher’s professional day and Spring Break in March
2010.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the agenda for approval as
presented. Bob Hall seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jo Ann Thomasson, Deputy Clerk opened the floor for nominations for
Board President.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to nominate DeAnne Binns as Board
President. Joseph Skye seconded. With a showing of hands the motion
carried 6-0.
President Binns opened the floor for nominations for Vice
President, BOE.
Joseph Skye nominated Melanie Bingham for Vice President, BOE.
Bob Hall made a motion to accept Joseph Skye’s nomination of
Melanie Bingham for Vice President, BOE. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.
With a showing of hands the motion carried 6-0.
President Binns asked Joseph Skye if he would accept the
appointment of Governmental Relations Contact for the district.
Joseph Skye accepted the appointment to continue as Governmental
Relations Contact for the district.
President Binns presented the consent agenda addendum for
approval.
Dennis Burke made a request to omit item “W” on the consent agenda
addendum as the district does not fund an employer 403 plan.
Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the consent agenda addendum
with changes as requested by Dennis Burke. Melanie Bingham
seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke explained the proposed lease agreement for Pre-School.
He explained half the funds would come from Title I monies and the
other half would come from Special Ed. Interlocal #637. Steve
Taylor informed the board what type classes would be occupying the
building and how they would be identified for attendance.
Dennis Burke requested the board allow President Binns to sign the
lease after school attorney and KASB Attorneys review it.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to allow President Binns to sign the
lease after attorneys approval. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried
6-0.
Dennis Burke requested consideration of a Multi-Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution which would allow the district
buildings to be used as shelter relief in the event of a major
disaster. By entering into agreement the district would qualify for
FEMA funds should the need arise.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to enter into the Multi-Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution as requested by Dennis Burke.
Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke informed the board that BSTA voted to ratify the
Negotiated Agreement and recommended the board approved it as
presented.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the Negotiated Agreement as
recommended. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0. President Binns
expressed appreciation on behalf of the board to Melanie Bingham
and Chuck Sweeton for representing the boards interests during
negotiations.
President Binns made a request to board members for a volunteer to
represent the district as a member of the board for the SEK
Inter-local #637. Mary Kirkpatrick volunteered and will represent
the district as board member on the Inter-local board.
President Binns asked board members to review and consider policy
changes recommended by KASB. Board members requested a hard copy of
the current policies to compare with the recommended changes.
Considerations will be made at a later date with each board member
receiving a final copy on disc.
Do to an oversight on the district calendar, Mr. Burke recommended
changing the teacher’s professional day scheduled for March 19,
2010 to March 12, 2010 and Spring Break scheduled for March 22-26,
2010, to March 15-19, 2010 to coincide with the other districts in
the county.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to make changes to the school calendar
as requested by Dennis Burke. Bob Hall seconded. Carried 6-0.
Mr. Burke informed the board of year end budget/financial reports
of departments within the district and explained areas where the
district was able to save money and areas where money would need to
be spent. He will email budget/financial information to board
members as it comes in to keep them abreast of state funding,
etc.
Mr. Burke discussed the summer projects with the board and plans in
the near future to tour the Trades Home and BHS to see the new
security system that is now in place.
Building principals Larry Cannon, David Jackson and Steve Taylor
informed the board of enrollment dates in August. Steve Taylor also
informed the board of summer school sessions at Lincoln.
Bob Hall made a motion to take a short break and then to enter into
executive session to protect the privacy interests of the
individuals to be discussed and that we return to open session in
this room after a period of 10 minutes. This executive session
shall include the board and Superintendent. Joseph Skye seconded.
Carried 6-0.
7:04 p.m. Break
7:12 p.m. Enter executive session
7:22 p.m. Resume regular session
Dennis Burke made recommendations for classified employees and
supervisor salaries for the 2009-2010 school year with all
administrators volunteering to freeze their current salaries for
the 2009-2010 school year.
Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommended salaries as
recommended by Dennis Burke. Bob Hall seconded. Carried 6-0.
Bob Hall made a motion to adjourn. Melanie Bingham seconded.
Carried 6-0.
7:25 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
June 15, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter
Springs board of education held a special meeting on Monday, June
15, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members
present were: Joseph Skye, Terry Daniel, Kim Wilson, Brandon
Williams, Chuck Sweeton and DeAnne Binns. Absent was Melanie
Bingham. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Mary
Kirkpatrick, and Bobby Hall.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Joseph Skye made a motion to adopt the agenda as printed. Terry
Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns presented plaques to out going board members, Terry
Daniel and Kim Wilson. She thanked them both for their years of
service to the students and patrons of USD #508.
President Binns opened the hearing for republication of the 2008-09
budget.
Superintendent Burke asked for permission to make end of year
budget adjustments and transfers to close out the fiscal year of
08-09. Kim Wilson made a motion to grant approval for
Superintendent Burke to make the necessary transfers and
adjustments as needed to close out the year as requested. Brandon
Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke made a recommendation to hire Micah Brigham as 7th
grade volleyball coach. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the
recommendation of Dennis Burke to hire Micah Brigham as 7th grade
volleyball coach. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke presented quotes from two insurance companies for the
districts liability, fleet, workers comp and property coverage. Mr.
Burke recommended staying with our current carrier, Palmer Agency
due to the large difference in the deductible for hail and wind.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of
Superintendent Burke to stay with Palmer Agency for the districts
insurance coverages. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
No one was present for the budget hearing and President Binns asked
for a motion to approve the republished budget.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the republication of the
budget as printed for 08-09. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried
6-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded.
Carried 6-0.
6:16 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
June 8, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, June 8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Terry Daniel. Absent was: Melanie Bingham. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, Steve Taylor, David Jackson, Mary Kirkpatrick, Bob Hall and Rev. Howard Whitely.
President
Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute. Rev.
Whitely of Apostolic Faith Church led the board and guests in a
word of prayer.
Kim Wilson made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which
included approval of bills, treasurers report and minutes of May 11
and May 28, 2009 meetings. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried
6-0.
DeAnne Binns, Board President, reported that Robert Womack assisted
her in getting a Summer day camp started at the Soda Shop and
reported that the Abernathy Foundation is funding this day
camp.
Superintendent Burke reported on a special board meeting to be held
on Monday, June 15, 2009 at which time the board will approve the
republished budget and consider insurance bids.
Steve Taylor reported on summer maintenance projects at Lincoln
School.
David Jackson presented proposed handbook changes for 2009-10 for
Baxter Middle School and reviewed them with the board. Middle School Handbook Changes.
Larry Cannon presented proposed handbook changes for 2009-10 for
Baxter High School and reviewed them with the board. High School Handbook Changes.
Jason Walker reported that the security system has been installed
at Baxter High School and they are in the process of tweaking a few
things on the system. He also thanked the board for the opportunity
to attend and complete Leadership Academy this year. Mr. Walker
also reported on the progress of the traffic beacons which will be
installed on the highway in front of Baxter High School.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendations of Mr.
Jackson and Mr. Cannon for handbook changes to the Middle School
and High School handbooks for 2009-10 as presented. Joseph Skye
seconded. Carried 6-0.
Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to
protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed
and that we return to open session in this room after a 20 minute
period of time. This executive session shall include the board,
Superintendent and Steve Taylor. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried
6-0.
6:22 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:42 p.m. Resume regular session.
Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to
protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed
and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute
period of time. This executive session shall include the board and
Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:42 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:52 p.m. Resume regular session.
Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to
protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed
and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute
period of time. This executive session shall include the board and
Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:52 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:02 p.m. Resume regular session.
Steve Taylor made a recommendation to hire Kendra Pogue as Title I
pre-school teacher for 2009-10. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to
approve the recommendation of Steve Taylor to hire Kendra Pogue for
Title I pre-school teacher for 2009-10. Joseph Skye seconded.
Carried 6-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded.
Carried 6-0.
7:05 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
May 28, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
U.S.D. #508 Board of Education held a special meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams, and Terry Daniel. Also present were: Steve Taylor, Robert Womack, David Jackson, Larry Cannon, Bobby Hall, Vicki O'Neal, Paul Cook, Alma Cook, Dennis Burke and JoAnn Thomasson.
President DeAnne Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
DeAnne Binns made special recognition of Alma Cook's induction into the Kansas Teacher's Hall of Fame which will take place June 6, in Dodge City, Kansas. Mrs. Binns let Alma know how proud the district was of her and presented her with an award.
Dennis Burke reported that due to increased enrollment, the district needs to republish the budget for additional funds.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to allow Mr. Burke to republish the budget as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to enter into executive session for a period of fifteen minutes to discuss personnel matters of nonelected personnel and to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed. This executive session shall include the board members, superintendent and administrators as needed. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:09 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:24 p.m. Resume regular session.
David Jackson made a recommendation to hire Amy Hunt as middle school language arts teacher.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Jackson to hire Amy Hunt a middle school Language Arts Teacher as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Steve Taylor made a recommendation to hire Alisa Warner and Jessica Schertz as elementary teachers at Lincoln Elementary.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Steve Taylor to hire Alisa Warner and Jessica Schertz as elementary teachers at Lincoln Elementary as presented. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:45 p.m. Meeting Adjourned
May 11, 2009 Board Of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Ross Davis, David Jackson, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, Robert Womack, Steve Taylor, Rev. Jeff Street, Jami Thiesson, Mike Ruple, Vicki O’Neal and Kelynn Heardt.
President DeAnne Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute. Rev. Jeff Street led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of bills, approval of minutes of April 13, 2009, April 30, 2009 and treasurer’s report. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Vicki O’Neal and Kaitlyn Humphreys, student teacher introduced nine second graders who gave a presentation on Germany. Mrs. O’Neal talked about her trip to Germany last summer in which she was the only teacher from Kansas to attend. The second graders composed a book which was compiled and printed. They shared parts of the book with board members and administration present at the meeting. Vicki O’Neal also informed the board that Lincoln School is the recipient of a KSDE award in the amount of $1000.00. This award was for “Kansas in the World” which is an award for excellence in international education.
Steve Taylor presented a proposal for pre-school. He reported that the district will receive $184,000 in Federal Stimulus money which must be used within a two year period. This money must be spent for Title I and the pre-school will service students that qualify for Title I funding. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the Title I pre-school as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Jami Thiessen and Kelynn Heardt gave a presentation on “The Real World” project that was instituted at the high school for 08-09.. They showed a short video that was compiled by Mike Ruple, a Video I student. Both teachers commented on the creativity and resourcefulness of the students at BHS. This project was a collaboration between staff, students and the community of Baxter Springs and was a huge success. They gave a presentation at a KSDE conference earlier in the year in Wichita on this project and many schools across the state are very interested in implementing this program into their curriculum.
Dennis Burke presented the 5-year Professional Development Plan for approval. Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the 5-year Professional Development Plan as presented. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 7-0
Dennis Burke presented an out-of-district student form for approval. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the out-of-district student form as presented. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns presented a resignation from Heather Parris for MS volleyball. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation of Heather Parrish for MS volleyball. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns presented letters of retirement for Mary Lou Weaver, cook at Central School, Wanda Carter, cook at Central School, Charlotte Duke, MS teacher, Nancy Roberts, 2nd grade teacher and Barbara Hall, 1st grade teacher. Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the letters of retirement as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns reported on the recent Region 3 meeting for KASB which was held at Greenbush. Mary Kirkpatrick attended the New Board Member workshop. Bob Hall was unable to attend due to the birth of his new daughter on that day. DeAnne Binns attended the Region 3 meeting that night and reported it was one of the best workshops that they have had.
Superintendent Burke reported on the budget. He reported that the districts budget was cut $47,000 for 08-09. He plans to republish the budget which will pickup an additional $72,000 for 08-09. He also reported that since the legislature has finally agreed on cuts for the 09-10 budget, that the district would lose approximately $173,532 for next year.
Robert Womack , Central School Principal reported that students will be very busy for the remainder of the year. Upcoming activities will include the talent show, movie day, field day, award ceremony, and 5th graders will be visiting the MS .
David Jackson, MS Principal reported on the upcoming STUCO fun day. He also reported that he will be having orientation for upcoming 6th graders, awards assembly, and will be rewarding students achievements on standards of excellence,
Larry Cannon, HS Principal reported that the Senior Trip to Chicago was a great trip with the students having a wonderful time. He reported on upcoming events which include the spring concert, which will be a joint concert with the MS, awards assembly, CNC track, graduation practice and graduation which will be Saturday.
Ross Davis reported on a summer computer use proposal for students. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to allow the summer use program for students as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of nonelected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, and that we return to open session in this room after a 15 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent and administrators as needed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:02 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:17 p.m. Resume regular session.
David Jackson recommended hiring Tyler Lane for MS social studies position. Kim Wilson made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Jackson to hire Tyler Lane for MS social studies. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
David Jackson recommended hiring Tyler Lane for MS head football position. Kim Wilson made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Jackson to hire Tyler Lane as MS head football coach. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
Robert Womack recommended hiring Micah Bringham for elementary teacher at Central School. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to hire Micah Bringham for elementary teacher at Central School. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Meeting adjourned: 7:21 p.m.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President, Board of Education
April 30, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a special meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. This meeting was a conference call meeting with members Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, and Chuck Sweeton being on a conference call which was placed on speaker phone for all present to hear. Members present in the boardroom were: Joseph Skye, DeAnne Binns, and Brandon Williams. Absent was Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Superintendent and Vicki Bradley, clerk.
President
Binns called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m.
Board members present signed waiver of written notice as required
by law.
President Binns asked Vicki Bradley, clerk to take a roll call.
Roll was taken: Joseph Skye, present, Brandon Williams, present,
DeAnne Binns, present, Melanie Bingham, present via conference
call, Kim Wilson, present via conference call, Chuck Sweeton,
present via conference call, Terry Daniel, absent.
Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Dennis Burke presented a Retirement Incentive
amendment to the 2008-09 negotiated agreement for approval. Brandon
Williams made a motion to approve the Retirement Incentive
amendment to the 2008-09 negotiated agreement as presented. Joseph
Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Click here for the Retirement Incentive.
With no further business to be discussed, Kim Wilson made a motion
to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
12:07 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki
Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
April 13, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, April 13, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Kim Wilson, Chuck Sweeton, Terry Daniel, DeAnne Binns, Brandon Williams, Joseph Skye and Melanie Bingham. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, Robert Womack, David Jackson, Steve Taylor, Art Roberts, Bobby Hall, Jamie Thiessen, Heidi York, Mary Kirkpatrick, Joy Crockett, Nancy Vogel, Morgan Skye, Skyleigh Bingham, Alyna Von Moss, Victoria Taber and Felicia DeLeon.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag
salute.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the annotated agenda
adding car bids, graduate honors policy and highway flashing signs
for Baxter High School. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried
7-0.
Kim Wilson made a motion to approve the consent agenda which
included approval of payment of bills, treasurers report and
minutes of the March 9, 2009 meeting. Brandon Williams seconded.
Carried 7-0.
Rev. Audie Tash, pastor of House of Prayer, led the board and
guests in a word of prayer.
The board recognized Joy Crockett, recipient of the Clyde U.
Phillips Outstanding Educator award from PSU. David Jackson, MS
Principal presented Ms. Crockett a plaque in recognition of this
honor.
The board also recognized Nancy Vogel, recipient of the Baxter
Springs Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year award.
Superintendent Dennis Burke, who is also a member of the Chamber of
Commerce Board of Directors recognized Ms. Vogel, and informed the
board she was presented her award at the Chamber of Commerce
banquet which was held in March.
Mr. Burke also informed the board of the districts awards committee
and how this committee works in recommending our faculty for
awards. He also informed the board that one of our retired
teachers, Alma Cook, will be inducted this summer into the Kansas
Teacher Hall of Fame in Dodge City and what a huge honor this is
for Ms. Cook and for Baxter Springs.
Jami Thiessen, video production teacher at BHS, introduced three
students, Skyleigh Bingham, Morgan Skye and Alyna VonMoss. These
students received 1st place honors at the state level for a 60
second video that they produced. She showed the video for the board
and guests. She also introduced Victoria Taber and Felicia DeLeon
who worked on the school promotional video. This video and a
brochure will be distributed to area realtors and Chamber of
Commerce offices to help promote our district. The board and guests
also viewed this promotional video.
Superintendent Dennis Burke reported that we had missed three days
of school during the 08-09 school year due to snow and recommended
the board forgive these days so that students and staff do not have
to make them up. Days missed were: December 15, January 27 and 28.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to forgive the three days missed for
snow and not require students and staff to make them up. Joseph
Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Felicia DeLeon, Senior Class President requested permission from
the board for a senior trip to Chicago. She requested that the
board provide transportation to and from Kansas City and a pizza
party. The Seniors will be going to Chicago on a train and flying
home. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to allow the Senior Trip to
Chicago as requested and to provide transportation and a pizza
party. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Larry Cannon, HS Principal, reported on the Academic Honors policy
which was presented at a previous board meeting and asked for
approval. Once approved, this policy will be added to the High
School handbook. Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the Academic
honors policy as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried
7-0.
President Binns reported on the upcoming Region 3 meeting on May 5,
2009 at Greenbush. This is a Kansas Association of School Boards
(KASB) meeting. She also informed newly elected board members of
the upcoming new board member workshop on the same
date.
President Binns presented resignations from Janelle Iley for MS
English, Kevin Carey for MS Social Studies and Patty Crotts for
food service worker. Kim Wilson made a motion to accept the
resignations of Janelle Iley, Kevin Carey and Patty Crotts as
presented. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Dennis Burke presented bids of two cars that we
received sealed bids on. Bids received were as follows:
BIDDER/89
CELEBRITY
Gary Gilmore $351.00
Freddie Bolin $330.00
Rodney Watkins $152.50
Lloyd Hancock $250.00 0
Lester Clayton $452.00
BIDDER/90
CORSICA
Gary Gilmore $301.00
Freddie Bolin $207.00
Rodney Watkins $103.50
Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the highest bids as
presented. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Dennis Burke reported that he, Jason Walker, HS
Asst. Principal and the City of Baxter Springs had been working to
get flashing warning signs installed at the High School entrance on
Highway 69A. After months of work, approval was given by the Kansas
Dept of Transportation to install signage. The City of Baxter
Springs has approved $1595 towards the purchase of Solar School
Dual Beacons and asked the school to pay the remaining portion of
$1,345.00. It was noted by the board that efforts have been
periodically made since 1992 to obtain permission to have warning
signals installed at this location. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to
approve payment of the remaining portion of $1,345 to the City of
Baxter Springs for Solar School Dual Beacons to be placed at the
entrance of BHS. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
Dennis presented a Multi-Year Professional Development Plan for the
board to review. This multi-year plan must be approved for licensed
employees to continue to use professional development points for
license renewal as well as movement on our salary schedule. Mr.
Burke asked the board to review the plan and he will ask for
approval of the professional development plan at the May
meeting.
Mr. Burke gave an update on the budget. He reported that revenue
shortfalls were more than the legislature was projecting so
possible budget cuts for 2008-09 are a possibility. Final figures
will not be available until the legislature reconvenes later this
month.
Building administrators reported on recent testing in their
buildings. Robert Womack, Central Principal, David Jackson, Middle
School Principal and Larry Cannon, High School principal reported
that preliminary results show that their respective buildings met
AYP. All administrators expressed their appreciation to the staff
and students for all of the hard work they have put forth in these
assessment tests. It is a very stressful time for students and
staff alike and they expressed their appreciation.
Once the final results are in, the administrators will report on
Standards of Excellence at a future meeting.
Steve Taylor, Lincoln Principal, expressed his appreciation on
behalf of all administrators, to the board for their support. He
also expressed their appreciation to Superintendent Burke for being
supportive of new and innovative teaching ideas and allowing them
to try new things. These new and innovative ideas have allowed
students to improve and excel.
Joseph Skye made a motion to take a five minute break and then to
enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of
nonelected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of
the individuals to be discussed, and that we return to open session
in this room after a one hour period of time. This executive
session shall include the board, superintendent, administrators and
clerk as needed. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:00 p.m. Break began.
7:05 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:05 p.m. Resume regular session.
Kim Wilson made a motion to extend executive session to discuss
personnel matters of nonelected personnel in order to protect the
privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and that we
return to open session in this room after a 15 minute period of
time. This executive session shall include the board,
superintendent, administrators and clerk as needed. Joseph Skye
seconded. Carried 7-0.
8:05 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:20 p.m. Resume regular session.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to extend executive session to
discuss personnel mattriers of nonelected personnel in order to
protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed
and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute
period of time. This executive session shall include the board,
superintendent and clerk. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried
7-0.
8:20 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:30 p.m. Resume regular session.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to extend executive session to
discuss personnel matters of nonelected personnel in order to
protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed
and that we return to open session in this room after a 15 minute
period of time. This executive session shall include the board,
superintendent, and clerk. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried
7-0.
8:30 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:45 p.m. Resume regular session.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded.
Carried 7-0.
Meeting adjourned: 8:45 p.m.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
March 9, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, March 9, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams, Terry Daniel and Melanie Bingham. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Robert Womack, Jason Walker, David Jackson, Donnie Wren, Sue Commons, Bob Hall, Kay Boman-Harvey, Art Roberts, Steve Taylor, Brent Brittian, Dakota Baldwin, Angela Christiansen and Jessica Summers.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute. Donnie Wren led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the agenda. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which included approval of minutes of the 2/5/09 and 2/9/09 meetings, payment of bills and approval of the treasurer’s report. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Sue Commons, Scholar’s Bowl head sponsor, introduced the CNC League Champion Scholars Bowl squad and Kay Boman-Harvey assistant sponsor. Ms. Commons reported that Dakota Baldwin, Angela Christiansen, Jessica Summers, Anthony Nelson, Nick Kyle, Derek Berry and Chris Tanksley are members of the varsity scholars bowl squad. They had 58 wins and 23 losses this year and became the CNC League Champions. They then placed 4th at regional’s. The JV squad consisting of Shauna Hockey, Kaity Schwabeniander, Andy Powell , Annisa Ferraro, Kevin Rarick and Lily Kibel had 21 wins and 15 losses and received a 2nd place medal. The board gave the scholars bowl champions a standing ovation and expressed their pride in the students accomplishments.
Dennis Burke presented a homeless student policy for consideration by the board. The board will review the policy and will vote on the policy at the April board meeting.
Superintendent Burke gave an update on the budget in which the governor’s proposal of a reduction of $33 per student has passed the appropriations committees. This bill will have to be voted on by the House and Senate.
Steve Taylor reported on Lincoln School and the pre-school program and the progress that they are making with at-risk students.
Robert Womack reported on the state assessment tests at Central School. He reported that preliminary numbers look great on the reading assessment. He expressed his gratitude to the faculty for their hard work that they have done in helping the students to succeed on the assessment tests. He also expressed his pride in the students for the hard work that they have done on the tests.
David Jackson reported on the state assessment tests at the Middle School. He reported that he has eight students left to be tested on the math assessment. Preliminary numbers are not complete until the other students finish their math assessment. Reading assessment will be given after spring break. He also complimented his staff and students for all the hard work they have done in preparing for the tests. He also reported on the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) convention in San Diego that he recently attended. He expressed his gratitude for being able to work in a great district and for having a great staff to work with.
Jason Walker reported on state assessments at the High School. The math and reading assessments will begin testing tomorrow. Mr. Walker reported that Career Day is scheduled for Wednesday at the High School in which professionals from our community and area will visit with High School students about various careers. Thursday is community service day in which the high school students will be working doing various community service projects in the city.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:35 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
February 9, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs USD #508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, February 9, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School boardroom. Members present were: Joseph Skye, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Terry Daniel, Melanie Bingham, Brandon Williams (6:09 p.m.) and Kim Wilson. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, Steve Taylor, David Jackson, Robert Womack and Brent Brittian.
President DeAnne Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 6-0.
Kim Wilson made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which included approval of the bills, treasurer’s report and minutes of the January 12, 2009 meeting. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the audit for 2007-2008 that was presented by Daryl Eagon of Diehl, Banwart & Bolton at the January meeting. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns presented bids for the High School security system. Bids received were:
Netwatch $75,026.51
A D S $35,413.75
Dennis Burke recommended accepting the bid of ADS as presented. Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the recommendation of Dennis Burke for the ADS security system for Baxter Springs High School. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Brandon Williams arrived and was present for the remainder of the meeting.
Superintendent Dennis Burke presented the calendar for 2009-2010 for approval, pending upon negotiations with the Baxter Springs Teachers Association. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the 2009-2010 calendar as presented, pending upon negotiations with the Baxter Springs Teachers Association. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Dennis Burke reported that he is going to Topeka tomorrow to visit with our legislators concerning school finance and will be checking on what funds are available for tornado safe rooms for our district.
Steve Taylor, Lincoln Principal reported that they have been having a lot of students absent because of illness. He also commended Diana Sly for the hard work she does in her program in working with disadvantaged students in our district.
Robert Womack, Central Principal, reported that they are working diligently on the state assessment tests and have enjoyed the recent good weather so that students could have their recesses outside.
David Jackson, Middle School Principal reported on the after school program that was recently started and the success of that program so far.
Jason Walker, High School Assistant Principal, reported that the HS students are busy working on the state assessment tests. This coming week will be the Real World trip which will reward students in that program and they will be going to the Jones Center in Arkansas. He also reported on sub-state basketball tournament. He expressed his appreciation to our school nurse, Sandy Clark for the hard work that she does in dealing with students who need medical attention.
Larry Cannon, High School Principal, reported that the HS Scholar Bowl students won the league championship this year. He also reported on seniors who recently signed letters with area colleges for football and reported that on Senior Week.
President Binns presented a letter of resignation from Micah Swaney as 3rd grade teacher at Central School. Terry Daniel made a motion to accept the resignation as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Larry Cannon made a recommendation to hire Dino Crockett as HS custodian. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Larry Cannon to hire Dino Crockett as HS custodian. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and that we return to open session in this room after a 5 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board and superintendent. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:21 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:26 p.m. Resume regular session.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to extend all administrators contracts for one year which will extend their contracts through the 2011-2012 school year. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:28 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
January 12, 2009 Board of Education Meeting
The board of education of USD#508 held a regular meeting on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Melanie Bingham, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams (6:02 p.m.) and Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, David Jackson, Robert Womack, Steve Taylor, Art Roberts, Scott Miles, Caroline Cater, Daryl Eagon , Michelle Newton, Joy Crockett and MS students.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 5-0.
Brandon Williams arrived at 6:02 p.m. and was present for the remainder of the meeting.
Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, treasurer’s report and approval of the minutes of the December 15, 2008 meeting. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Joy Crockett, Middle School social studies teacher and nine Middle School students reported on Colonial History. A short slide show was presented and the students talked about the trip they took in December to Williamsburg, VA. Ms. Crockett expressed her pride in these students and informed the board that they represented USD#508 extremely well. The board, administration and students expressed their gratitude to the Abernathy Trust for making this trip possible.
Daryl Eagon, CPA of Diehl, Banwart, & Bolton, CPA, Inc. reported on the district audit for fiscal year 2008. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to table approval of the audit until the February meeting. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Larry Cannon presented a parent/student contract for approval for dual credit classes with Labette Community College, (LCC) which was tabled from the December 15, 2008 meeting.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the parent/student contract for dual credit classes with LCC as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
DeAnne Binns reported on board elections which will be held in April. The filing deadline is January 27, 2009 at 12:00 noon. DeAnne Binns expressed her appreciation to Kim Wilson for attending the Inter-local board meetings and representing USD#508.
DeAnne Binns presented a resignation from Rick Arnall as HS custodian effective December 18, 2008. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation of Rick Arnall as presented. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns also called for a planning session on February 5, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Superintendent Dennis Burke reported on school finance and what the Governor will possibly be recommending to the legislature in this session. He also reported that the district administrators and supervisors have met and have begun looking at ways to make budget cuts due to the school finance session.
Mr. Burke also reported on republishing the budget due to increased enrollment and weighted enrollment for students who are receiving free and reduced price lunches. The state auditor will be in the district next week and republishing will be done after the audit.
Mr. Burke gave an update on projects in the district. He reported on the press box project at the HS football stadium. He also reported on the mobile classroom for the pre-school over flow which will be located on Military Avenue.
Superintendent Burke reported on the HS security system. Bids should be awarded at the February 2009 meeting. Fifty-percent of this system will be paid for by the COPS grant.
Mr. Burke also reported on studying the calendar for 2009-2010 and looking at the possibility of extending the school day for additional instruction time. This would be a negotiable item with the Baxter Springs Teachers Association. This would allow more instructional time during the day and would shorten the number of days that school would be in session for students and teachers.
The board heard reports from the building administrators. Steve Taylor reported that school is running smoothly at Lincoln School and the students are getting back into the swing of things after being off for the holidays.
Robert Womack reported that the holiday program was held after the Christmas break due to inclement weather, but the attendance was very good and positive comments were heard from the community. He also reported that the staff and students are working on preparing for the assessment tests.
David Jackson reported that the Middle School is preparing for the assessment tests as well. Mrs. Kellum, MS counselor is meeting with each student individually and setting goals for this years assessment tests. He also reported on the Virtuous Reality classes that began this week.
Larry Cannon reported that the High School had the Virtuous Reality classes earlier this year and that it went very well. Jason Walker, Vice-Principal, reported on the upcoming assessment tests at the High School. He reported that the weight room has received new equipment and David Jackson has been working with the students and instructing them on safety and proper lifting techniques.
Mr. Walker reported on a meeting with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) today to help make the School zone at the High School more visible and to improve safety. KDOT, the City of Baxter Springs and the school district will be working together to improve the situation. Mr. Walker will report back to the board at a later date on the progress of this project.
Mr. Walker reported that the students recently held a blood drive for the Community Blood Center. He read some of the positive comments from the Community Blood Center staff about the students and staff of BHS.
Vice-Principal Walker also reported that recently Ross Davis, Technology Coordinator gave a presentation at a conference in Chicago on our 1:1 Initiative and that for 30 minutes while the conference attendees were watching, none of our students were doing anything on the computer that wasn’t classroom or instructional related. He also reported on how four HS boys recently helped the Coke Delivery man and how proud he is of our High School students behavior and the way they are helpful, kind and well mannered.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to take a 10 min break and then to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed, and that we return to open session in this room after a 20 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board only, with administrators as needed. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:08 p.m.
Break began.
7:18 p.m. Break ended.
7:18 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:38 p.m. Resume regular session.
David Jackson made a recommendation to hire Heather Parrish as 7th grade volleyball coach.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Jackson to hire Heather Parrish as 7th grade volleyball coach. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to extend the contract of Superintendent Dennis Burke for one year for a three year contract. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:42 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
December 15, 2008 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton and Brandon Williams. Absent was Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Rev. Whitely and Art Roberts.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
President Binns led the board and guests in the flag salute. Rev. Whitely led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included payment of the bills, treasurer’s report and approval of the minutes of November 10, 2008. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to table the approval of the contract with Labette Community College for dual credit classes until the January meeting. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Kim Wilson made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:25 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Dennis Burke, Superintendent
DeAnne Binns, President/Board of Education
November 10, 2008 Board of Education Meeting
The board of education of USD#508, Baxter Springs, Kansas, held a regular meeting on Monday, November 10, 2008 in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, Chuck Sweeton, DeAnne Binns, and Terry Daniel. Absent was Brandon Williams. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Robert Womack, Steve Taylor, Jeffrey Williams and Roger Reynolds.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to adopt the agenda. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of bills, treasurer’s report and approval of minutes of October 13, 2008. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
Roger Reynolds presented a curriculum report on “If I Had a Hammer,” which is a new math curriculum that he is using to teach math. Baxter Middle School is in a pilot program using this curriculum, which is a “hands-on” approach to math.
Superintendent Dennis Burke requested that the board move the December meeting from the 8th to the 15th of December due to him being on the Williamsburg trip. Joseph Skye made a motion to change the December meeting date from the 8th to the 15th. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns reported on resignations from Cory Perry as BMS Head football coach and Michelle Grimes for 7th grade volleyball. Kim Wilson made a motion to accept the resignations of Cory Perry and Michelle Grimes as presented. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke reported on QZAB funding. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to apply for QZAB funding and if it is not granted in the first round of funding to apply for the second round. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 6-0.
Mr. Burke also reported on the press box project and reported that it should be completed in the near future.
Steve Taylor reported on the after school program at Lincoln School which will begin in the near future.
Robert Womack reported on the after school program at Central School. He reported that a lot of students are in the after school program. He also reported on the standards of excellence and commended the Central School staff for their work and also commended the Lincoln School staff for preparing the students well for when they advance to Central School.
Dennis Burke reported on the state assessments for BMS & BHS and stated that we had eleven standards of excellence in the district this year. This accomplishment speaks highly of the success of the students in USD#508 and also the success of the staff. He commended all the staff on the team effort they put forth and expressed his pride in the staff and students of USD#508.
Mr. Burke presented a request from David Jackson for a plan to help students who are currently failing two classes or more. This would include an extended day program.
Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the plan for Middle School students which includes an extended day program for MS students as presented. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Mr. Burke reported on the after school program at BHS and the success of this program.
Steve Taylor made a recommendation to hire Carrie Roller for a para-professional at Lincoln School. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Steve Taylor to hire Carrie Roller as para-professional at Lincoln School. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke recommended hiring Jacque Hartley and Linda Crotts as Lionbacker Sponsors. Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the recommendation of Dennis Burke to hire Jacque Hartley and Linda Crotts as Lionbacker Sponsors. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dennis Burke recommended hiring David Jackson as strength and conditioning coach. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Dennis Burke to hire David Jackson as strength and conditioning coach. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
The board commented on the landscaping projects being done by students at the High School and how these projects have enhanced the looks of the HS.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to extend the boards appreciation to the staff for the hard work that they do daily and in the extended day programs as well, and to let them know the board appreciates them and the work they do. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 6-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns President/Board of Education
October 13, 2008 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs Board of Education held a regular meeting on Monday, October 13, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Kim Wilson, DeAnne Binns, Terry Daniel, Chuck Sweeton and Brandon Williams. Members absent were: Melanie Bingham, and Joseph Skye. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, David Jackson, Steve Taylor, Robert Womack, and Jeffrey Williams.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
Kim Wilson made a motion to approve the amended agenda, adding Item VI, Creation of Lionbackers sponsorship position, Item VII, amending Section 125 plan document, Item VIII, adopting a 403(b) annuity plan service agreement, adding item cii under Item IX intramural team for BMS and ciii under Item IX eligibility policy proposal for BMS. Brandon WIlliams seconded. Carried 5-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of payment of bills, treasurer’s report and approval of minutes of September 8, 2008 meeting. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 5-0.
Dennis Burke presented the High School Activities Code of Conduct for approval. Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the activities Code of Conduct for BHS as presented. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 5-0.
Dennis Burke presented proposed duties for a strength and conditioning supplemental position and asked the board for approval for adding this position. Brandon Williams made a motion to add a strength and conditioning supplemental position. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 5-0.
Dennis Burke proposed adding a Lionbackers sponsorship position. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to add a Lionbackers sponsorship position. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 5-0.
Kim Wilson made a motion to amend the Section 125 plan document to allow a maximum of $4800 for unreimbursed medical expense, contingent upon approval of American Fidelity, the plan administrator. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 5-0.
Kim Wilson made a motion to adopt a 403(b) annuity plan service agreement with American Fidelity Assurance Company as the preferred provider, to be in compliance with IRS regulations which are effective January 1, 2009. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 5-0.
President Binns reported on the Respect program which was recently implemented at the High School, the building trades home project and noted that the KASB publication reported that ACT scores have been improving in the State of Kansas.
Superintendent Burke reported on enrollment for 2008-09 and reported that enrollment is up and if those figures remain consistent after the state audit, we will republish the budget for additional funding. He reported that free lunch students also increased, but that increase allows for additional funding in order to help those students. Mr. Burke reported on capital improvements in the district, with work to begin next week at the HS football field concession building. This will be to repair damage from the ice storm last winter and hail damage from the spring storm. He also reported on bathrooms, sewer drain problems, and other improvements that we need to address in the near future.
Mr. Burke reported on a gift of title on property at 1618 Cleveland and conditions that the board wanted written into the agreement. He will have paperwork drafted for approval for the November meeting.
Steve Taylor reported on activities at Lincoln School. He reported on the Cards program which is designed for at-risk first grade students. This program is provided by PSU through a grant with the Abernathy Trust, with no cost for the district. Through the migrant program, Greenbush will provide a couple of tutors for non-English speaking students. He recommended hiring a para-professional for Lincoln School for 35 hours/week with the only cost to the district being for 20 hours per week and the other 15 hours will be funded by PSU.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve hiring a para-professional for Lincoln School. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 5-0.
Robert Womack reported on Central School projects. He reported that the traffic flow has improved with the parking lot addition north of the school.
David Jackson proposed an intramural dance team for BMS. He also reported on the number of students failing classes and presented an eligibility policy for the boards consideration. The board took the eligibility policy under advisement and will take action at the November meeting.
Larry Cannon presented the criteria for Baxter High School honors. Jason Walker reported that having locks on the high school lockers has reduced thefts and cell phone referrals at the high school.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:57 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns President/Board of Education
September 8, 2008 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, September 8, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Kim Wilson, Melanie Bingham, DeAnne Binns (6:06 pm), Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, David Jackson, Steve Taylor, Robert Womack, Heidi York and Vicki Faulkner.
Vice-President Melanie Bingham called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute and a word of prayer.
Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the annotated agenda as presented. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the treasurers reports of July and August 2008, payment of bills, and approval of minutes of August 11 and August 26, 2008. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Heidi York and Vicki Faulkner of Lincoln School made a presentation on the MTSS (multi-tiered system of support) program that was implemented at Lincoln School.
DeAnne Binns arrived during the MTSS presentation and was present for the remainder of the meeting.
Dennis Burke presented a proposal from St. Johns for a wellness program for all employees which will be made available to them on a voluntary basis. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to proceed with the wellness program from St. Johns for all employees. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the classified handbook as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns reported on upcoming KASB and NSBA workshops and asked if board members were interested in going, to contact Vicki Bradley, board clerk.
Superintendent Dennis Burke reported on proposed rulings for participants in High School sports activities. These rulings will allow consistency in the various programs offered. The board will review these rulings and approve at the October meeting.
Steve Taylor reported on enrollment at Lincoln School and said the numbers were pretty consistent with last years enrollment.
Robert Womack reported on enrollment at Central School and said that his numbers are also pretty consistent with where we were last year. He reported that the new playground equipment at Central has been installed and the students love it. He expressed the staff’s appreciation to the board for their support in this collaborative project with the PTO. He also reported on testing at Central School and the lunch program.
David Jackson reported that enrollment at the Middle School is up about seven students as of today, and that the MS had a great start to the school year.
Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss matters affecting a student and to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property, in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price, and that we return to open session in this room after a 15 minute period of time. This executive session shall be preceded with a five- minute break and the executive session shall include the board, superintendent, and administrators as needed. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:18 p.m.
Break began.
7:23 p.m. Break ended.
7:23 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:38 p.m. Resume regular session.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss matters affecting a student and to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property, in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price, and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent, and administrators as needed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:40 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:50 p.m. Resume regular session.
Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss matters affecting a student and to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property, in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price, and that we return to open session in this room after a 5 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent, and administrators as needed. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:51 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:56 p.m. Resume regular session.
Brandon Williams made a motion to allow Mr. Burke to proceed with acquisition of property not to exceed $3500.00. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
8:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley/Clerk/Board of Education
DeAnne Binns/President/ Board of Education
August 11, 2008 Board of Education Meeting
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, August 11, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room. Members present were: Joseph Skye, Melanie Bingham, Kim Wilson, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Terry Daniel. Also present were: Dennis Burke, Vicki Bradley, Larry Cannon, Jason Walker, David Jackson, Robert Womack, Rev. Dallas Satterfield and Steve Taylor (7:15 p.m.)
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Terry Daniel led the board and guests in the flag salute. Rev. Satterfield led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Melanie Bingham made a motion to approve the annotated agenda, adding custodian under hiring. Terry Daniel seconded. Carried 7-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, treasurer’s report from 6-30-08, and minutes of 7-14-08 meeting. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to open the budget hearing. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
Budget hearing opened: 6:05 p.m.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the KASB recommended policy revisions and additions as presented. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
The board discussed possible dates for a planning session. A date of August 26, 2008 was set for the planning session, which will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School board room.
The annual back to school employee picnic is set for Thursday, August 28 at 5:00 at the High School.
Dennis Burke reported on the budget and the assessed valuation for the district. Mr. Burke also gave an update on projects in the district and upcoming district wellness initiatives.
Robert Womack, David Jackson, and Larry Cannon reported on back-to-school activities that are occurring in the district.
DeAnne Binns presented a resignation from Gary Haddock as Middle School counselor effective immediately. Melanie Bingham made a motion to accept the resignation of Gary Haddock as MS counselor effective immediately. Kim Wilson seconded. Carried 7-0.
DeAnne Binns presented a resignation from Arthur Commons as 8th grade basketball coach. Terry Daniel made a motion to accept the resignation of Arthur Commons as 8th grade basketball coach. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to take a five minute break and to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and that we return to open session in this room after a 20 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent and administration as needed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:32 p.m.
Break began.
6:37 p.m. Break ended.
6:37 p.m.
Enter executive session.
6:57 p.m. Resume regular session.
Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and that we return to open session in this room after a 15 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent and administration as needed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:58 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:13 p.m. Resume regular session.
Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and that we return to open session in this room after a 5 minute period of time. This executive session shall include the board, superintendent and administration as needed. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:13 p.m.
Enter executive session.
7:18 p.m. Resume regular session.
David Jackson recommended hiring Travis Avery for 8th grade basketball coach. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Jackson to hire Travis Avery as 8th grade basketball coach. Melanie Bingham seconded. Carried 7-0.
Dennis Burke recommended hiring Larry Gough and Robert Hefley for custodians. Terry Daniel made a motion to accept the recommendation of Dennis Burke to hire Larry Gough and Robert Hefley as custodians. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns called for questions or discussion regarding approval of the budget for 2008-09. Since no one present had any questions or discussion of the budget, President Binns closed the budget hearing and called for a vote to approve the budget for 2008-09.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the budget for 2008-09 as printed. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.
The board discussed some middle school handbook issues and a new policy at the high school regarding purses, backpacks, and bags.
Terry Daniel made a motion to adjourn. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:39 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki
Bradley DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
