The USD#508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: Casey Eaton, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Mary Kirkpatrick and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were: Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance and Grounds Director, Chris Swartz, HS Athletic Director, Stephanie Dewey, MS Teacher, Rev. Cody Graves of 1st Christian Church and OPAA! employees Greg Frost, Shiela Frost, Cindy Sutterby, Holly Morris and Steve Adams.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance. Rev. Cody Graves of 1st Christian Church led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the annotated agenda adding a resignation under Superintendents reports. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the payment of bills, approval of the minutes of the April 10, 2017 and April 24, 2017 meetings and approval of the treasurer’s report. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented meal prices for the 2017-18 school year as recommended by the KSDE. Recommended prices are as follows:
Student Breakfast K-12 $1.45
Student Lunch K-6 $2.40
Student Lunch 7-12 $2.65
Adult Breakfast $2.10
Adult Lunch $3.60
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the meal prices for the 2017-18 school year as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft introduced Greg Frost from OPAA! to visit with the board about the current food service management contract and to answer any questions the board may have concerning the food service program.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to renew the OPAA! contract for the 2017-18 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns reported that the MS play was great and congratulated the students and sponsors on a job well done. She also expressed her pride in the music department for their performance at the American Bank 100 year celebration on Friday.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Lynn Hartley as HS Assistant FB Coach, HS Assistant Basketball Coach, HS Assistant Baseball Coach, Announcer for HS football and basketball and MS Basketball bookkeeper effective May 31, 2017. DeAnne Binns made a motion to accept the resignation of Lynn Hartley as presented. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft reminded the board that baccalaureate services will be held at 4:00 in the HS Auditorium on Saturday, May 13th, with graduation ceremony following at 6:00 p.m. in the HS gym.
Building administrator presented reports as follows:
LINCOLN SCHOOL – Principal Boeckman reported that things are going good as the school year is winding down. They had “bike to school day” today. Sheriff David Groves and School Resource Officer Rick Comer were also in attendance stressing bicycle safety and gave away a bike and helmets. The students really enjoyed the day.
CENTRAL SCHOOL – Principal Womack reported that the last few days of school are very busy with field trips, fitness days at PSU, spelling bee and a beach party. He reported that field day was today and had to be held at the old football field located behind Central because of flooding at the HS football field. He said the parents and teachers liked the new location and discussion is being held regarding making a permanent move to the new location. He also reported that the all school talent show will be held next Tuesday.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker expressed his appreciation to the maintenance crew for all of their hard work in keeping the campus looking great. He reported that MS track season is now completed and they had a great season. He also expressed his appreciation to his staff for helping students be prepared for the state assessment tests. Mr. Walker reported that Mr. Rector has received a grant for next year. This grant is to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) using 3D printing. The grant will provide a 3D printer, supplies and curriculum to be used in the MS and HS STEM classes.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported that the power lifting team took 3rd place at nationals in Oklahoma City recently for both the girls and boys. He reported that this is an extremely busy time at the High School as spring sports will be winding up soon with regionals coming up next week. Mr. White reported that the band and choir had several solos and groups receive I ratings at regionals and state competition. Principal White reported that the Senior Trip was a success over the weekend and the behavior of the students was a great reflection upon our district and community. He also reported that Mrs. Bottoroff recently held a freshman orientation and Mr. Commons presented information on math to the incoming freshman. The feedback on this orientation has been very positive. Mr. White reported that prom had 80 couples who attended the prom and that the Senior Award ceremony will be held on Friday at 1:00. He also reported that Citylink will be televising graduation.
GROUNDS AND MAINTENACE – Director Daymon McCorkle reported that the flood waters have receded off the HS football field and track. Recent rains helped to wash the residue off the field. He reported that the HS auditorium seats will be picked up May 19. Daymon also reported on a recent fire marshal visit and reported that tomorrow the Department of Labor will be here. He also informed the board he will be bringing bids to them to consider for the last asbestos abatement project in the district which is the boiler in the basement at Central School. Mr. McCorkle also reported that he is checking into ways to improve the septic system at the Field of Dreams.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel and to discuss negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 30 minute period of time. This session shall include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:17 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:47 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel and to discuss negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 15 minute period of time. This session shall include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:48 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:03 p.m. Resume regular session.
Casey Eaton made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel and to discuss negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute period of time. This session shall include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
8:04 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:14 p.m. Resume regular session.
Casey Eaton made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel and to discuss negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 10 minute period of time. This session shall include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
8:15 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:25 p.m. Resume regular session.
Ken Boeckman made a recommendation to re-hire all certified staff at Lincoln School for the 2017-18 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. Boeckman to re-hire all certified staff at Lincoln School for the 2017-18 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Robert Womack made a recommendation to re-hire all certified staff at Central School for the 2017-18 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. Womack to re-hire all certified staff at Central School for the 2017-18 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jason Walker made a recommendation to re-hire all certified staff at Baxter Middle School for the 2017-18 school year. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. Walker to re-hire all certified staff at Baxter Middle School for the 2017-18 school year. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Cory White made a recommendation to re-hire all certified staff at Baxter High School for the 2017-18 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. White to re-hire all certified staff at Baxter High School for the 2017-18 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jason Walker made a recommendation to hire Leslie Weston as MS Cheer Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. Walker to hire Leslie Weston as MS Cheer Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jason Walker made a recommendation to hire Amanda Williamson as 7th grade Head Volleyball and Basketball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Mr. Walker to hire Amanda Williamson as 7th grade Head Volleyball and Basketball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
The board recognized Vicki Bradley, Clerk for receiving the “Distinguished Service Award” from the Kansas Association of School Business Officials (KASBO) which is the highest award given in this organization, at their convention which was recently held in Wichita. She also was recognized for serving 7 years as the Secretary for KASBO.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
8:32 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education