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August 8, 2016 BOE Meeting

August 10, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were:  Mary Kirkpatrick.   Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Roger Reynolds, HS Assistant Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Russell Burr, HS Social Studies teacher, Rev. Jeff Street of First Baptist Church and Thomas Niegisch of KissTECH, LLC.

President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the annotated agenda adding introduction of new staff, approving Scholar Bowl Sponsors, Jr. Class Sponsors and Student Council Sponsor.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the payment of bills, approval of minutes of July 11th and July 21st meetings and approval of the treasurer’s report. Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Thomas Niegisch introduced himself to the board and informed the board about his new business and broadcasting on BSKS TV.

Cory White, HS Principal introduced our new HS Social Studies teacher, Russell Burr. 

President Binns opened the budget hearing.  No patrons were present for questions or comments for the budget hearing.  Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the budget as presented.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

President BInns reported on a KASB Leadership workshop that she recently attended in Topeka. While at the conference, she visited with board members from another school district who were complaining about their baseball facilities.  She informed them about our facilities and invited them to come and visit.  Mrs. Binns invited Don Karnes to come and bring us up to date about projects at the Field of Dreams.    Mr. Karnes informed the board that they had recently bought new fencing, had a flag pole donated and built two brick posts with concrete statues of softball players.  He said that these projects cost $15,000 which were paid for by the Field of Dreams, but the school installed these projects.  He expressed his gratitude to the board because these projects would not have been able to be completed without the labor from the school maintenance department.  Mr. Karnes reported on three projects that they would like to complete before the next ball season, which include a sidewalk from the flag pole to the softball field, replacing the sign above the scoreboard with a 10 gauge steel sign, and building a new entrance to the park to help with traffic control.  He said that Field of Dreams would pay for the projects if the school maintenance department could install these projects. Superintendent Pendergraft agreed to move forward with the labor for these projects.

Superintendent Pendergraft gave the board an update on refinancing the bonds.  He also presented a bus lease purchase for the board to consider.  Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the bus lease with Midwest Bus Sales as presented.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a policy for animals on district property.  Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the policy as presented.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Reports from administrators included:

Lincoln School – Principal Boeckman reported that the only handbook change for 16-17 was to include language on the therapy dog.  Patrons who need further information will be directed to the District Office for the policy on animals in the district.  He also reported that the pre-school room remodel was completely finished and that enrollment figures look pretty close to the estimated numbers at this point in time.

Central School – Principal Womack reported that enrollment went very smooth.  He also reported that his building looked great and thanked the custodial/maintenance staff for their hard work.  Mr. Womack reported that teachers have been busy working in the building getting their classrooms ready.  Principal Womack reported that handbook changes for 16-17 will include language which will  prohibit visitors from eating meals with students on campus.

High School – Principal White reported that the north portion of the library now contains a classroom which was constructed over the summer.  He also reported on the new welding program in conjunction with Coffeyville Community College in which students will become certified.  This program begins on Friday, August 12.  Mr. White reported that conditioning began today and practices will begin on Monday.  He also reported that students will be able to take a cosmetology course offered by Ft. Scott Community College which will be held in Chetopa and students will become certified in this program as well.  Principal White reported that handbook changes will be removing restrictions on backpacks in the classroom.  It will be up to the individual teacher on whether or not they wish to allow backpacks in their classroom.

Alternative Learning  - Director Art Roberts reported that the Soda Fountain held their back to school fair today and that 603 students received services today.  Mr. Roberts reported that to meet virtual school requirements for Parent/Teacher conference, they must have two formal conferences per year, so they will be holding parent/teacher conferences in October and again in February.  Mr. Roberts reported that in the virtual setting, students are required to complete 30 hours of work each week, or the equivalent of 6 hours per day for an abbreviated week.  Face to face contact and social interaction are important and therefore students will be required to attend the Soda Fountain a minimum of 4 sessions per week.  Sessions will run from 8:00 – 11:30 and 11:30-3:00 each day. The handbook will also state that the State of Kansas requires a minimum of 21 credits for adults.

District – Superintendent Pendergraft presented changes to the classified employee handbook which included rewording of the retirement benefit clause and removal of the section on district owned cell phones since the district no longer provides cell phones for any employee.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the changes as presented for the Lincoln, Central, High School, Alternative Learning Center and District Classified Employee Handbook.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session in order to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy rights 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 executive session shall include the board and Superintendent.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

7:05 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:15 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into executive session in order to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy rights 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 5 minute period of time.  This executive session shall include the board and Superintendent.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 5-0.

7:15 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:20 p.m. Resume regular session.

President Binns presented a recommendation to approve the negotiated agreement, give a 25 cent per hour raise to classified staff and a 1.5% raise to administrators.  Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation to approve the negotiated agreement, give a 25 cent per hour raise to classified staff and a 1.5% raise to administrators.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Cory White, HS Principal recommended hiring Leslie Bowman as Head Scholar Bowl Sponsor and Cearrah Robin as Assistant Scholar Bowl Sponsor.  Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the recommendation of Cory White to hire Leslie Bowman and Cearrah Robin for Scholar Bowl Sponsors.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Cory White recommended Nancy Daniels and Shelly Bottorff as Jr. Class Sponsors.  Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation to hire Nancy Daniels and Shelly Bottorff as Jr. Class Sponsors.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Cory White made a recommendation to hire Shelly Bottorff as Student Council Sponsor.  Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Shelly Bottorff as Student Council Sponsor.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Josh Sweaney left the meeting and was not present for any further voting.

Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

7:32 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

Vicki Bradley                                    DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


July 21, 2016 BOE Meeting

July 25, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a special meeting on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Dusty Deringer and Mary Kirkpatrick (via phone).  Members absent were:  Brandon Williams and Josh Sweaney.   Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, and Vicki Bradley clerk.

President BInns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to adopt the agenda as printed.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.    Carried 4-0.

Superintendent presented a request for approval for publication of the budget.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to grant approval for publication of the budget.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Dustin Avey of Piper Jaffray (via phone) explained the refinancing of bonds.  Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resolution for approval to refinance bonds as presented.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the resolution to refinance bonds as presented.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Vicki Bradley presented a request to remove Dennis Burke from the petty cash checking account at American Bank and to authorize Vicki Bradley, David Pendergraft and Carrie Oakes as authorized signees on the petty cash account. 

Dusty Deringer made a motion to remove Dennis Burke from the petty cash account and to authorize Vicki Bradley, David Pendergraft and Carrie Oakes as authorized signees on the petty cash account at American Bank as requested.  Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 4-0. 

With no further business to be discussed, Dusty Deringer made a motion to adjourn.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 4-0.

6:27 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

Vicki Bradley                                    DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


July 11, 2016 BOE Meeting

July 13, 2016

The USD#508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  Mary Kirkpatrick, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne BInns, Brandon Williams, Chuck Sweeton and Josh Sweaney.  Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Jason Walker, MS Principal and Rev. Jeff Street.

President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

President Binns reflected on the recent loss of our beloved board member, Joseph P. Skye who had served on the board for eleven years.

Rev. Jeff Street led the board and guests in a word of prayer.  Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

President Binns opened the floor for nominations for President.  Brandon Williams nominated DeAnne Binns.  Josh Sweaney made a motion that nominations cease and DeAnne Binns be elected president by acclamation.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 6-0.

President Binns opened the floor for nominations for Vice-President.

Dusty Deringer nominated Mary Kirkpatrick for Vice-President.  Brandon Williams made a motion that nominations cease and Mary Kirkpatrick be elected Vice-President by acclamation.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

President Binns asked Dusty Deringer if he would be willing to once again serve as the boards Governmental Relations Contact and he expressed his interest.  Josh Sweaney made a motion to elect Dusty Deringer as the boards Governmental Relations Contact.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 6-0.

The board discussed the position for serving on the inter-local board.  Josh Sweaney made a motion to table this discussion until after a new board member has been appointed by the board.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented (copy attached).  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Superinendent David Pendergraft presented a resolution for a board vacancy for approval and reported that this resolution would be published in the Cherokee County News Advocate on July 20, 2016.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the resolution as presented.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a code of conduct that was tabled at last months board meeting for approval.  Mr. Pendergraft  reported that he received clarification that the code of conduct is for Food Service Purchasing.  Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the Food Service Purchasing Plan Code of Conduct as presented.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0. 

Superintendent Pendergraft presented Food Service ala-carte prices for approval.  Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the Food Service ala-carte prices as presented.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Building principals reported that the custodial and maintenance crews were busy in each respective building getting things ready for the start of school next month.  They all expressed their appreciation for the hard work that the crews are doing in their buildings.

Other reports from the building principals were as follows:

Lincoln – Ken Boeckman reported that the KRR summer program has finished up and the Jump Start program has begun.

Middle School – Jason Walker reported that MS students who had failed a class last semester have been working at the soda fountain to obtain credit for those classes.

High School – Cory White reported that the office space for the athletic director is being constructed and that some of the new staff have been in the building acquainting themselves with their classroom and the campus overall.

Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director reported that he has received a letter from the state on the audit and reported that the virtual program was in compliance.  He also reported that the program has been approved for the 2016-17 school year.   Mr. Roberts also reported that the State is moving towards doing evaluations every three years and so they required some re-wording on some of the programs. Art presented a request to the board to approve requiring  21 credit hours for adults beyond their fifth year to graduate and receive their diploma.   Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the request to set the required credit hours for adults at 21 beyond their fifth year to graduate and receive their diploma.    Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personal and negotiations in order to protect the privacy rights 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 5 minute period of time.  This executive session shall include the board and Superintendent.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

6:27 p.m.  Enter executive session.

6:32 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Jason Walker made a recommendation to hire Art Roberts as 7th grade boys basketball coach for 2016-17.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

Meeting adjourned:  6:34 p.m.

Vicki Bradley                                DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education             President/Board of Education


June 13, 2016 BOE Meeting

July 11, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, June 13, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  Joseph Skye, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne BInns, Chuck Sweeton, and Josh Sweaney.  Members absent were:  Mary Kirkpatrick and Brandon Williams.   Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Brenda Locke, Vocal Music teacher and Chris Swartz, Career Tech Teacher and HS Athletic Director for 2016-17.

President BInns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Joseph Skye led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, treasurer’s report and minutes of the May 9 regular meeting, May 13th and May 25th special meetings. Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 5-0.

David Pendergraft made a recommendation to set meal prices for 2016-17 with an increase in some of the meal prices. The recommendation for meal prices for 2016-17 is as follows:

Breakfast:

PreK-6th  $1.35 – no change

MS  $1.35 – no change

HS  $1.35 – no change

Adults  $2.00 – 10 cent increase

Lunch:

PreK – 6t   $2.30 – 10 cent increase

MS - $2.55 – 10 cent increase

HS - $2.55 – 10 cent increase

Adults  $3.50 – 5 cent increase

2nd lunch  $3.50 – 5 cent increase

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the new meal prices for 2016-17 as presented.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft requested approval from the board to allow the Superintendent and Clerk to close out the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016 and to make transfers as necessary.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to allow the Superintendent and Clerk to close out the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016 and to make transfers as necessary.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Mr. Pendergraft presented a new Standard of Conduct from Kansas State Department of Education for approval.  Josh Sweaney made a motion to table approval of the Standard of Conduct until the July meeting so that Superintendent Pendergraft can obtain clarification on the language concerning the contract portion of the Standard. Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft gave the board a legislative update on the current situation of a possible shut down of schools July 1 due to the Supreme Court ruling that the current school funding bill is unconstitutional.  He informed the board that we could possibly have to call a special board meeting the last week of June to pass a resolution if needed, depending on the outcome of the special legislative session that will begin on June 23.

Mr. Pendergraft presented a request to the board to authorize the Clerk and Deputy Clerk to access on-line banking at Baxter State Bank for all accounts held by USD#508.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to authorize the Clerk and Deputy Clerk to have access to on-line banking at Baxter State Bank for any and all accounts held by USD#508. Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0. 

Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal reported that the custodial staff has been busy cleaning carpets and making improvements in the building.   He expressed his appreciation to the teachers for their hard work getting things ready for summer maintenance and to the custodial/maintenance staff for their hard work this summer.  He also reported that he applied to Delta Dental for dental kits to distribute to all students during enrollment.  Any kits that are left will be placed in the Necessities Closet to be distributed as needed.

Cory White, HS Principal introduced Chris Swartz, Career Tech Ed & HS Athletic Director for 2016-17.  Mr. White also extended his congratulations to the HS Baseball Team and Coaches for winning the State championship.

Brenda Locke, Vocal Teacher expressed her appreciation to the board for their support.  She reported on the recent performance by the BHS Choir at the Foreigner concert  at Downstream Casino.  She also reported that she will have thirteen students going to All State Choir.

Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director reported that they have been busy working on credit recovery averaging about 17 students per day.  They are also busy reviewing course offerings for next year.  He reported that they have had 10 students graduate, but no formal graduation ceremony will be held this year as some students walked with the Senior Class at BHS graduation and the remainder did not want to participate in a graduation ceremony.

Daymon McCorkle, Director of Maintenance and Grounds reported that the new High School scoreboard has been installed. The maintenance and custodial crews have been busy installing flooring at Lincoln, water fountains at the HS commons area, installing new electrical at Central kitchen, and moving equipment in the HS shop.  He also reported that paperwork has been submitted to the State Architect to build a petition wall at the High School and he is waiting on approval to move forward with that project, as well as bids have been received for repairing a water leak at the HS/MS which involves digging a trench about 6’ feet deep and cribbing and work on that project will begin very soon.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel, to discuss negotiations and to discuss matters affecting a student, 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 executive session shall include the board, Superintendent and Cory White.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

6:51 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:06 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel matters of non-elected personnel, to discuss negotiations and to discuss matters affecting a student, 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 5 minute period of time.  This executive session shall include the board, Superintendent and Cory White.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

7:07 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:12 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Cory White made a recommendation to hire Jennifer Thater as HS English Teacher for 2016-17.  Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Jennifer Thater as HS English Teacher for 2016-17. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 5-0.

Cory White made a recommendation to hire Russell Burr as HS Social Studies Teacher for the 2016-17 school year.    Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Russell Burr as HS Social Studies Teacher for the 2016-17 school year. Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-1 with Josh Sweaney abstaining.

Cory White made a recommendation to hire Carrie Roller as HS Dance Team Coach for the 2016-17 school year.  Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Carrie Roller as HS Dance Team Coach for the 2016-17 school year.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Daymon McCorkle made a recommendation to hire Heather Williams as custodian.  Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Daymon McCorkle to hire Heather Williams as custodian.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Cory White made a recommendation to hire Brenda Locke as HS Musical Director for the 2016-17 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Brenda Locke as HS Musical Director for the 2016-17 school year.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

David Pendergraft made a recommendation to re-hire all classified staff for the 2016-17 school year.  Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to re-hire all classified staff for the 2016-17 school year.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to adjourn.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 5-0.

7:17 p.m.  Meeting adjourned. 

Vicki Bradley                                    DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


May 25, 2016 BOE Meeting

July 11, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a special board meeting on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Joseph Skye, Brandon Williams, Josh Sweaney (4:10 pm) and Mary Kirkpatrick (via phone).  Members absent were: Dusty Deringer. Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Deputy Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal and Robert Womack, CS Principal.

President Binns called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

David Pendergraft read a letter from the School Bus Safety Unit of KSDE recognizing USD 508 for a perfect score on the recent 2015-2016 Transportation Safety Review. Only 43% of Kansas School Districts achieve this goal. Superintendent Pendergraft commended David Weston for his hard work and dedication in making this possible.

DeAnne Binns presented a resignation from Cody Spencer as High School Social Studies, Middle School Assistant Football Coach and Middle School Basketball Coach. Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the resignation from Cody Spencer as High School Social Studies, Middle School Assistant Football Coach and Middle School Basketball Coach as presented. Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Josh Sweaney arrived at 4:10 pm and was present for the remainder of the meeting.

4:02 p.m.  Enter executive session.

4:17 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 5 minute period of time.  This executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

4:17 p.m.  Enter executive session.

4:22 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Robert Womack recommended hiring Lisa Street for Central Elementary Secretary for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to hire Lisa Street for Central Elementary Secretary for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

Cory White recommended hiring Kayla Ingalls for High School FACS for the 2016-17 school year. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Kayla Ingalls for High School FACS for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.

Cory White recommended hiring Cearrah LaTurner for High School Language Arts for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Cearrah LaTurner for High School Language Arts for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.

Robert Womack recommended hiring Anthony Roberts for Elementary Physical Education for the 2016-17 school year. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to hire Anthony Roberts for Elementary Physical Education for the 2016-17 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.

Cory White recommended hiring Alayna VonMoss for High School Head Volleyball Coach for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Alayna VonMoss for High School Head Volleyball Coach for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

David Pendergraft offered congratulations to the students and coaches that will be participating in the state baseball and track tournaments this week. Also congratulations were offered to Brenda Locke and the high school choir for their opportunity to perform with Foreigner at a concert this Friday at Downstream.

Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 6-0.

4:28 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                 DeAnne Binns
Deputy Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


May 13, 2016 BOE Meeting

May 13, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a special board meeting on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Mary Kirkpatrick, and Dusty Deringer.  Members absent were: Joseph Skye, Brandon Williams and Joshua Sweaney. Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, and Carrie Oakes, Deputy Clerk.

President Binns called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 4-0.

DeAnne Binns presented the following resignations for approval:

Heather Bennett—Elementary Teacher

Kelynn Heardt—HS Language Arts, NHS Co-Sponsor, Freshman Class Sponsor

Kandace Parks—Elementary PE, Head HS Volleyball Coach

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the resignations as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to adjourn.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

12:03 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

 

Carrie Oakes                                                 DeAnne Binns

Deputy Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


May 9, 2016 BOE Meeting

May 13, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, May 9, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  DeAnne Binns, Brandon Williams, Joseph Skye, Chuck Sweeton, Dusty Deringer, Mary Kirkpatrick, and Josh Sweaney. Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Deputy Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Kenny Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Art Roberts, Virtual Education Director and Cyndi Sutterby, OPAA Food Service Director. 

President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance. 

Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the agenda as printed.  Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included the approval of payment of bills, approval of the minutes of the April 11 & 28, 2016 meetings and the treasurer’s report. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent David Pendergraft recommended extending the food service contract with OPAA! for the 2016-17 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to extend the food service contract with OPAA! for the 2016-17 school year. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 5-2 with Dusty Deringer and Josh Sweaney voting nay.

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to table the approval of meal prices for the 2016-17 school year until the June 13, 2016 Board Meeting. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.

President Binns reported that the annual Board Retreat will be held June 16. More information will be provided at a later date.

President Binns presented a resignation from Krista Peak, HS Language Arts, Student Council Sponsor and Scholars Bowl Sponsor, who is leaving at the end of the 2015-16 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation of Krista Peak as HS Language Arts, Student Council Sponsor and Scholars Bowl Sponsor as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft reported he will attend a hearing in Topeka tomorrow concerning the current school finance issue.

Kenny Boeckman, Lincoln Principal reported on end of the year activities at Lincoln school. He expressed his thanks to the PTO for providing fun activities for the students. He also gave an update on the certification of a therapy dog.

Robert Womack, Central Principal reported on state assessments, field day, and teacher appreciation day. He expressed his thanks to the teachers and students for their hard work and the parents for their support. He also expressed his thanks to the Scott Family for the opportunity to attend the Amazeum in Bentonville, AR. It was a wonderful educational experience for the students. He finished by listing activities to close out the school year including the spelling bee, science fair, talent show, movie day and awards assembly.

Jason Walker, MS Principal reported on state assessments, teacher appreciation week, track and the recent spring music concert. He expressed thanks to Brenda Locke and Louis Morgan for their hard work. Next week there will be a 6th grade orientation and a reward day for students based on attendance, GPA and discipline.

Cory White, HS Principal reported on prom, giving a special thanks to Brooke Richey and Nikki Williams for their hard work. He also expressed his thanks to the Lionbackers for organizing the meal at the country club and Weston’s for opening their doors to the students for breakfast. White also reported on state assessments, spring sports and teacher appreciation week. He reported that senior trip was a success and expressed thanks to senior class sponsors for all their hard work. Last, he announced that the Class of 2016 Valedictorians will be Brennan Cummings and Hanna White. The Salutatorian will be Mallory Maryman.

Art Roberts, Director of Virtual Education reported there will be two adult graduates and eight high school graduates through the virtual program. He expressed his congratulations to these students and commended them for their hard work. He also reported on a virtual alternative academy he recently attended in Wichita and came back with several ideas to possibly implement in the program. Last, he reported that there will be four weeks in June and July set aside for credit recovery.

Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 45 minute period of time.  This executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 7-0.

6:32 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:17 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 7-0.

7:17 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:32 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 7-0.

7:32 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:47 p.m.  Resume regular session.

DeAnne Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 7-0.

7:47 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:57 p.m.  Resume regular session.

David Pendergraft presented a resolution of intent to non-renew a teacher’s contract for Heather R. Bennett for the 2016-2017 school year. Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the resolution of intent to non-renew a teacher’s contract for Heather R. Bennett for the 2016-2017 school year. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 5-2 with Mary Kirkpatrick and Dusty Deringer abstaining.

David Pendergraft made a recommendation to re-hire all certified staff for the 2016-17 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation to re-hire all certified staff for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

David Pendergraft recommended hiring Leslie DeLano as Board Office Secretary for the 2016-17 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to hire Leslie DeLano as Board Office Secretary for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.

Jason Walker recommended hiring Charles Rector for MS Football Coach for the 2016-17 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation of Jason Walker to hire Charles Rector for MS Football Coach for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Robert Womack recommended hiring Erika Smith for Elementary Music for the 2016-17 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to hire Erika Smith for Elementary Music for the 2016-17 school year. Joseph Skye seconded. Carried 7-0.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to adjourn.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Meeting adjourned.  8:01 p.m.

Carrie Oakes                                                 DeAnne Binns
Deputy Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


April 28, 2016 BOE Meeting

April 29, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a special board meeting on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Joseph Skye, Chuck Sweeton and Josh Sweaney (via telephone).  Members absent were:  Brandon Williams and Dusty Deringer.  Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Kenneth Boeckman, Lincoln Principal and Cory White, HS Principal.

President Binns called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m, 

Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 5-0.

David Pendergraft presented the following resignations for approval:

Jennifer Hancock – Elementary Music

Brooke Richey – HS FACS Teacher, FCCLA Sponsor & Junior Class Sponsor

Sam Ames – HS Musical Director

Christine Yeargain – HS Dance Team Coach

Nikki Williams – Junior Class Sponsor

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the resignations as presented. Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 5-0.

Superintendent David Pendergraft recommended hiring Cory White as HS Head Girls Basketball Coach for 2016-17.  Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to hire Cory White as HS Head Girls Basketball Coach for 2016-17.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 7-0. 

Joseph Skye made a motion to adjourn.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 5-0.

5:35 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

Vicki Bradley                                             DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


April 11, 2016 BOE Meeting

April 12, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, April 11, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  Joseph Skye, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns and Chuck Sweeton. Members absent were:  Josh Sweaney, Brandon Williams and Mary Kirkpatrick.   Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Ross Davis, Technology Director, Cory White, HS Principal, Roger Reynolds, HS Asst. Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Sharon Cannon, teacher, Lynn Grant, Kansas Senate Candidate, Daryl Eagon, CPA-Diehl, Banwort and Bolton, Rev. Jake Stivers, of Crossroads Church, Holly Morris of Opaa! and Larry Cannon, teacher. 

President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Dusty Deringer led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Rev. Jake Stivers led the board and guests in a word of prayer. 

Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the agenda as printed.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included the approval of payment of bills, approval of the minutes of the March 7th, 2016 meeting and the treasurer’s report.    Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Sharon Cannon, teacher at Central School addressed the board to express her appreciation for the opportunity to teach 20 years in our district as she is retiring at the end of the 2015-16 school year.

Dusty Deringer introduced Lynn Grant, a Democratic  Kansas Senate Candidate for District 13.  Mrs. Grant addressed the board and expressed her support for public education as a Senate candidate.

Daryl Eagon, CPA of Diehl, Banwort and Bolton presented the FY15 audit report.  Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the audit report as presented.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

President Binns expressed her appreciation to the board and staff for their support during the recent loss of her mother.

Superintendent Pendergraft gave a legislative update to the board regarding school finance.  The legislature has passed the new school funding bill and it has been sent to the Kansas Supreme Court to review.  The Supreme Court will give their opinion by May 10.   He also reported that EMC will be issuing a check in the amount of $60,339 for flood damage to the HS track.   

Superintendent Pendergraft reported that we have received an offer on property that we have listed with Farmers National Company north of the high school.  The offer received is for $1515.00 per acre for approximately 26.4 acres north of the High School, with the sale being contingent upon the buyer closing on adjoining property to the east.

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the $1515.00 per acre for the approximate 26.4 acres of land north of the high school and to give authority to David Pendergraft to sign all necessary paperwork for the sale of this property.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0.

Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal reported that some of the students have gone to the Amazeum in Arkansas, with the rest of them going in the near future.   He reported that it was a great field trip and expressed appreciation to the Lee Scott family for giving our students this opportunity.  Mr. Boeckman also reported that training for the Zoophonics program will begin this next week and all teachers from Pre-K through 2nd grade will be trained.  He also reported that he has checked on the insurance issue on the therapy dog that the board asked him to report back on.  The teacher will secure a separate insurance on the dog and the district will be named on the policy as well.   Dusty Deringer made a motion to allow the therapy dog to be used at Lincoln School with all expenses including insurance to be provided by the teacher who owns the dog.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0.  It was the consensus of the board that the teacher must provide a copy of the insurance to the district before the therapy dog is placed at Lincoln School and that periodic checks be made to ensure that the insurance is still in place.

Robert Womack, Central Principal reported that the 6th grade music class recently went to NEO and did a great job.  He also reported that the focus group meetings have been held and those went really well. Mr. Womack also reported that State assessment testing is underway.  He reported that Central School students will be going to the Amazeum on April 27.

Holly Morris from Opaa! reported on the focus group meetings.  She reported that the meetings have been very informative with students giving their likes and dislikes.  She reported that there will be changes in the menus coming at Central and Lincoln.  Focus group meetings with the High School and Middle School will be held at the end of this week or next week due to a food service audit this week

Jason Walker, MS Principal reported that a fiber had been cut at KU so they have been struggling with assessment testing. He also reported that a STUCO dance was held on April 1 and it went very well.  He expressed appreciation to Lori Kellum and Stephanie Dewey for all their hard work and the STUCO members.  He also reported that the choir went to NEO and received a I rating.  Mr. Walker also reported that MS track season is off to a fast start.  Our home meet will be held Thursday and Mr. Walker expressed his appreciation to staff members throughout the district who step up and volunteer their time to help host this meet.  He stated that without everyone volunteering their time to help, it would be impossible to host a meet and he wanted to express his gratitude.

Cory White, HS Principal reported that the CNC Music Festival which was held recently went really well.  He expressed his appreciation to Mrs. Locke and Mr. Morgan for their help.  He also reported that recent music contests at Pitt State went well with many kids placing.  Mr. White reported that KDOT recently held a couple of assemblies at the high school with area students being invited to attend.  One of the events included an impaired driving simulation on the HS parking lot with School Resource Officer Comer.  He also reported that  Baseball, softball and track seasons are going great. Currently our baseball team is 7-0, and softball is 7-1.  Softball regionals will be hosted here this year.  Mr. White reported that ACT test prep was held this past week.  He also reported that the Welding program is a go for our students and that there will possibly be a cosmetology program at a neighboring school that our students can take advantage of.  Mr. White reported that state assessments will be given the last week in April; this Saturday is prom and May 14 is graduation.

Ross Davis, Technology Director reported that the technology for assessments was working on our end of things, it was the fiber cut at KU that was causing the problem for administering the State assessment tests.  He also reported that Tonya Burggraff is helping at Central with technology and is doing an amazing job.

Mr. Davis also reported on the Necessities  Closet that was recently set up to help students with basic needs.  Phase I has been initiated with a generous donation by the Kiwanis Club.  Counselors, secretaries and physical education teachers have been a great asset to this program in helping to get students needs met. We are now in the process of moving to Phase 2 which will be assisting students with clothing needs.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0.

7:39 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:49 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract and that we return to open session in this room after a 5 minute period of time.  This executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed.  Dusty Deringer seconded.  Carried 4-0.

7:50 p.m.  Enter executive session.

7:55 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Chuck Sweeton made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy interests of the individuals to be discussed and to protect the publics 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 executive session is to include the board, Superintendent and Cory White.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0.

7:56 p.m.  Enter executive session.

8:06 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to adjourn.  Joseph Skye seconded.  Carried 4-0

Meeting adjourned.  8:10 p.m.

 

Vicki Bradley                                     DeAnne BInns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education


March 7, 2016 BOE Meeting

March 08, 2016

The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, March 7, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military.  Members present were:  Joseph Skye, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Josh Sweaney, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Mary Kirkpatrick.  Also present were:  David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Roger Reynolds, HS Asst. Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Daymon McCorkle, Bert Kellum of Kingrey-Kellum Agency, Cyndi Sutterby, Director of Nutrition Services Director, Steve Adams, State Representative for Opaa!, Linda Jones, Director of Nutrition Outreach for Opaa! and Holly Morris, Regional Director of Operations for Opaa!

President BInns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

Joseph Skye made a motion to adopt the agenda as printed.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 7-0. 

Joseph Skye made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included payment of bills, approval of minutes of February 8, 2016 meeting and approval of the treasurer’s report.  Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Opaa! Food Service Management employees, Steve Adams, Linda Jones, Holly Morris and Cyndi Sutterby discussed the food service program with the board.  After a lengthy discussion, Chuck Sweeton made a motion to form a committee comprised of board members, administration and Opaa! to meet and work together to find solutions to the problems discussed.  Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 7-0.

President Binns reported on a board planning session with the date and place to be determined.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented resignations from Sharon Cannon as elementary teacher, Kris Crotts as Head Girls Basketball Coach, Jennifer Hancock, as HS Musical Choreographer, Casey Davidson as HS Custodian and Roger Reynolds as HS Athletic Director.  Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignations as presented.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal presented a proposal for the possibility to add the use of a therapy dog at Lincoln.  Questions arose from the board about the liability issue in having a therapy dog in the building.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to table the proposal on obtaining a therapy dog until the liability insurance issue is resolved. Brandon Williams seconded.   Carried 7-0.

Robert Womack, Central Principal, reported on a recent PTO sponsored basketball game which was held at the high school.  This event raised approximately $3,000 and was well received by the community.  He also reported on the annual 4th grade wax museum which was recently held at Central.  This year the museum was expanded from Kansas figures to include the entire United States.  Mr. Womack also reported that a tornado drill was held today and that because of the tornadoes in recent years in our area, he always explains to the students ahead of time that this is only a drill.  He also reported on state assessment testing.  One of the board members asked Mr. Womack about designated parking for teachers at Central.  Mr. Womack informed the board that he had been told in the past that when they repave the high school parking lot, that the teacher parking area north of Central School would be paved at that time as well.

Jason Walker, MS Principal reported on assessment testing in his  building. He also reported that MS track practice began today, with 60 students participating.

Roger Reynolds, HS Assistant Principal reported on Career Day which was held today at the High School.  He extended his appreciation to Jami Thiessen for organizing this event.  He also extended his appreciation to board members, Josh Sweaney, Dusty Deringer and Mary Kirkpatrick for their participation in this event.

Mr. Reynolds also reported that Principal Cory White was at the Lions Club Senior Honors Banquet tonight in which the various departments recognize outstanding Senior students.  He also reported on; state assessment testing; blood drive to be held March 24; and a workshop for students and teachers for the ACT test.  He extended his congratulations to the HS Jazz Band for receiving a II rating at the recent jazz festival which was held at PSU.  He commended Mr. Morgan and the jazz band for their performances at the sub-state basketball games and has received many compliments on the jazz band.  Mr. Reynolds also extended congratulations to both the girls and boys basketball teams for a great season and extended his appreciation to everyone who assisted with the Sub-State Basketball tournament.

Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director reported that two students have met their requirements for graduation since Christmas and he extended his congratulations to them.  He also reported that the FY16 virtual school audit is complete, with only a couple of minor issues that need to be corrected.  Mr. Roberts also reported that virtual students are also required to take the state assessment tests and they are preparing for that testing.

Superintendent Pendergraft informed the board that Art Roberts has been chosen as one of five Virtual Program Directors across the state to speak at the Virtual School Conference in Wichita.  The board extended their congratulations to Mr. Roberts.

Daymon McCorkle, Director of Maintenance, reported that since it is storm season, all of the key holders to the shelters have been contacted and procedures have been gone over with them.  As a reminder, he stated that the shelters will be open to the public only in the event of a tornado warning.  He reported that after the flooding at the HS track, there was damage to the track and a claim has been filed.

Bert Kellum of Kingrey-Kellum Agency, met with the board to bring them up to date on where we are on the claim for the HS track.  He reported on meetings with the adjuster and with Daymon McCorkle.  He is waiting on a determination from the insurance company,

Cory White arrived from Lions Club Banquet and was present for the remainder of the meeting.

Brandon Williams made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy 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 is to include the board only for the first part of the session and then they will invite the Superintendent in for the rest of the session.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 7-0.

7:46 p.m.  Enter executive session.

8:16 p.m.  Resume regular session

Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy 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 is to include the board and Superintendent.   Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 7-0.

8:16 p.m.  Enter executive session.

8:26 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Joseph Skye made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy 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 is to include the board and Superintendent.   Brandon Williams seconded.  Carried 7-0.

8:26 pm.  Enter executive session.

8:36 p.m.  Resume regular session.

Joseph Skye made a motion to extend the Superintendent and Building Principals contracts for one year making the Superintendents contract through FY2019 and the principals contracts through FY18.  Chuck Sweeton seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Cory White, HS Principal made a recommendation to hire Chris Swartz for HS Technology Education. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to hire Chris Swartz as HS Technology Education teacher for the 2016-17 school year.  Josh Sweaney seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a motion to assign Chris Swartz as HS Athletic Director for the 2016-17 school year.  Joseph Skye made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to hire Chris Swartz as HS Athletic Director for the 2016-17 school year.  Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.  Carried 7-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn.  Josh Sweaney seconded  Carried 7-0.

8:48 p.m.  Meeting adjourned.

 

Vicki Bradley                                    DeAnne Binns

Clerk/Board of Education                  President/Board of Education





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