Board Minutes

Board Meeting Minutes For May 14, 2018

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Lobby
May 14, 2018

 

President Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, May 14, 2018, with the following members present: Jeff Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, and Staci Malcom.  Absent: None.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve the consent agenda.  Carried unanimously.

  1. Approve of the April 9, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes
  2. Approve the monthly invoices and financial reports (reviewed by Anthony Gericke)
  3. Approve the hire of Stephanie Spain/Summer School Teacher; Angela Adney/Summer School Teacher; Jessica Koester/Summer School Teacher; Tonya Vagts/Summer School Teacher; Jennifer Benda/Summer School Assistant Tutor; Barb Harris/Summer School Assistant Tutor; Elizabeth Perez/Summer School Assistant Tutor; Joanna Smith/Summer School Assistant Tutor; Rey Mucia/Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach; Jill Dehning/Part-time Summer Custodian; Tonya Vagts/Kindergarten Teacher; Kim Kleve/Assistant High School Girls’ Basketball Coach; Susan Schlein/Summer Credit Recovery at RISE Academy; Julie Heitland/Summer Credit Recovery at RISE Academy; Susie Merrifield/Migrant-ESL Summer School Instructor; RaeAnne Caldwell/Migrant-ESL Summer School Instructor; Kathy Ohloff/Migrant-ESL Summer School Instructor; Emma Treloar/Migrant-ESL Summer School Instructor
  4. Approve the resignations of Maria Lopez/Elementary Associate; Tommy Chavez/Elementary Associate
  5. No transfers
  6. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts from:
    1. Anonymous/$70.00/Baseball
    2. Dolores Hughes/$75.00/Wrestling in Memory of Barry Hughes
  7. Approve the Thespian trip to the International Thespian Festival in Lincoln, NE from June 25, 2018-June 30, 2018.
  8. Approve the 2018 graduation lists.

Superintendent Dugger shared thanks for the board’s service during School Board Recognition Month.  There is a retirement luncheon scheduled to honor Mary Jo Moore on June 1st.  He gave an update on the construction project, with walls starting to be built.  The project is on schedule so far.

Principal Knudtson shared that graduation practice was completed.  There are eight alternative school graduates this year. This spring marks the last visit of the University of Iowa Dental Program, after five years.  Spring sports are coming to and end and summer sports are ramping up.

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte shared that summer school is taking place at the YMCA community room due to construction.  Several staff members attended the Migrant Conference.  Iowa Assessments are completed in the elementary and results have been submitted.

Sara Kellogg and Brendan Knudtson shared information on the Junior High Intervention System for Literacy for the Leadership and Learning program.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve the second reading of the following policies.  Carried unanimously.

  1. 415.1A           Job Description for Jr/Sr High Principal/Activity Director’s Secretary
  2. 415.1B           Job Description for Elementary Principal Secretary
  3. 415.1C           Job Description for K-12 Secretary
  4. 704.6              Online Fundraising Campaigns-Crowdfunding

Motion by Jacobs, second by Malcom, to approve the first readings of the following policies.  Carried unanimously.

  1. 606.5              Student Field Trips and Excursions
  2. 401.7              Employee Travel Compensation

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to approve the Food Corp Liaison for the 2018-2019 school year at $7,500.  Carried unanimously.

Items for the June Board Meeting are:

  1.  Community Eligibility Program

The June Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on June 11, 2018, at 6:30 P.M, at the Postville Fine Arts Center Lobby.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to adjourn the meeting at 7:34 P.M.  Carried unanimously.

Board Meeting Minutes For April 9, 2018

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 4:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Lobby
April 9, 2018

President Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, April 9, 2018, with the following members present: Jeff Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, and Staci Malcom. Absent:

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to approve the consent agenda with two additional hires added to the consent agenda. Carried unanimously.

  1. Approve of the March 12, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes
  2. Approve the monthly invoices and financial reports (reviewed by Jeff Cox)
  3. Approve the hire of Jaqueline Vargas/Special Education Associate, Jesenia Vargas/Special Education Associate, Patricia Uhal/7th8th Grade Math Teacher, Sean Singewald/Head Junior High Football Coach, Ty Halverson/Head Junior High Football Coach, Derek Friederich/Summer Technology Assistant, Teresa Berg/Summer Technology Assistant, Aandi Deering/High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach, Laura Storlie/High School Science Teacher, Brad Rose/Summer Driver Education, Susie Merrifield/Assistant Junior High Track Coach, Kevin Johnson/High School Social Studies Teacher, Kevin Johnson/Head JH Wrestling Coach, Kevin Johnson/JH Boys’ Track Coach (for the 18-19 school year) and Sean Singewald/Junior High Assistant Wrestling Coach
  4. Approve the resignations of Corey Smock/JH Boys’ Track Coach (effective at the end of the 17-18 track season), Angela Adney/Kindergarten Teacher and Volleyball Coach, Mary Jo Moore/Guidance Counselor’s Aide, Sean Singewald/Junior High Head Wrestling Coach, Aandi Deering/Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach, and Brad Bucknell/J.H. Football Coach
  5. Approve transfer of Ashley Cioccio/3rd Grade, and Lisa Snitker/2nd Grade
  6. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District as presented in the board packet.
  7. Approve the continuation of the lawn mowing contract with A&S Lawn Care, adding the area around the Child Care Cent.
  8. Approve the Senior Trip to the Twin Cities on May 14th and 15th.
  9. Approve the 2017-2018 Calendar Make-Up Schedule

Superintendent Dugger shared that construction will start at the end of April, working to establish the outer perimeter first so kitchen can continue to be used. The roofing project will start in May. Postville’s work comp mod factor has decreased, as notified by IASB

Principal Knudtson shared that Iowa Assessments are taking place this month. The 8th-11th grades are working on scheduled for the 18-19 school year. Parent teacher conferences, 8th grade orientation, and a career fair will take place next week.

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte and Elementary At-Risk Teacher, Maria Leitz, shared information the elementary attendance procedures.

President Smith opened the 2018-2019 budget hearing at 4:50 P.M. No public input. President Smith closed the public hearing at 4:53 P.M.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to approve the 2018-2019 budget as published and presented. The FY19 tax rate will be $12.775. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Malcom, to approve the first reading of the following board policies. Carried unanimously.

  1. 415.1A Job Description for Jr/Sr High Principal/Activity Director’s Secretary
  2. 415.1B Job Description for Elementary Principal Secretary
  3. 415.1C Job Description for K-12 Secretary
  4. 704.6 Online Fundraising Campaigns-Crowdfunding

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to approve the renewal of the Elementary Guidance Sharing Agreement with MFL MM, Kurt Gaylor; and approve the renewal of the Transportation Director Sharing Agreement with MFL MM, Trent Miene. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to approve the lease agreement with Postville Child Care Services, Inc. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve the technology purchase of SMART Panels. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to approve the renewal of the Business Manager Sharing Agreement with North Winneshiek, and the Letter of Assignment for Melissa Fettkether, for the 2018-2019 School Year. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approve the increase in FTE for the Ag and Business Teacher from .57 to .64. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Cox, to approve the resolution presented in the board packet supporting the State maintaining the commercial property tax ‘backfill’ which was established in 2013. Carried unanimously.

The Community Eligibility Provision item was tabled until May 2018.

Board entered into Exempt Session at 5:13 P.M. to discuss 18-19 negotiations strategy for Non-Bargaining Employees. The board exited the Exempt Session at 5:45 P.M.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to approve the Contract for Non-Bargaining Employees as presented below. Carried unanimously.

  1. 3% Increase for Abdiwahab Ali, Darlene Bissell, Melissa Fettkether, Annette Frey, Brendan Knudtson, Laurie Smith, and Adriana Vazquez.
  2. 8% Increase for Glen Lansing and Noah Schaufenbuel.
  3. $80,000 salary for Jenny Schutte as Elementary Principal.
  4. $77,400 salary for Ryan Zurbriggen as Director of School Improvement.
  5. Year One Bus Drivers at $27.50 per route.
  6. Year Two Bus Drivers at $28.00 per route.
  7. Year Three Bus Drivers at $28.75 per route.
  8. Activity Drivers at $13.00 per hour.

Items for the May Board Meeting are:

  1. Budget Amendment Hearing
  2. Graduation List
  3. Summer School

The May Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on May 14, 2018, at 6:30 P.M, at the Postville Fine Arts Center Lobby.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to adjourn the meeting at 5:48 P.M. Carried unanimously.

_________________________________ ___________________________________
Jamie Smith, President Melissa Fettkether, Secretary

Board Meeting Minutes For March 12, 2018

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Lobby
March 12, 2018

President Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:29 P.M. on Monday, March 12, 2018, with the following members present: Jeff, Cox, Tony Gericke, Staci Malcom. Absent: JoAnn Jacobs

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, approve the consent agenda with two additional hires added to the consent agenda. Carried unanimously

  1. Approve of the February 12, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes
  2. Approve the monthly invoices and financial reports (reviewed by Jamie Smith)
  3. Approve the hire of David Peterson/Elementary Custodian; Nick Zieman/Asst. Golf Coach; Stephanie Burroughs/Lunchroom Computer Para; Marcy Kraus/Softball Coach; Jill Dehning/Van Driver to Decorah; Andrew Meyer/Elementary Teacher; Marissa West/Elementary Teacher
  4. Approve the resignations of Daneshia Snitker/7 and 8th Grade Math; Doreen Zimmerman/High School Science; Kim Kleve/High School Girls’ Basketball
  5. No Transfers
  6. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
    a. Anonymous – Baseball Screens-$70.00
    b. Robert L. Friederich Estate – Thespians – $100.00

Superintendent Dugger shared that the 3rd Qtr. Ends Friday. The district is transitioning from winter to spring sports.

Principal Knudtson shared testing schedules and spring sport plans. Course registrations for the next school year are being worked on.

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte shared information about professional development projects and conversations.

Lindsay Salina provided a presentation and shared information on the annual STEAM Night.

School Nurse, Kari Sass, shared information about the Nut Aware Policy.

Brendan Knudtson shared information on the junior high split athletic season.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to approve the superintendent sharing agreement with North Winneshiek CSD for the 2018/2019 school year. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approve the human resources sharing agreement with Allamakee CSD for the 2018/2019 school year. Carried unanimously.

Approval of the job descriptions presented was tabled to the April 2018 meeting.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to accept bid for the 2018 food service building improvement projects. Carried unanimously.

  • Cresco Builders $585,660
  • Martin Brothers $268,134

The proposed FY19 budget that will be published and recommended for approval in April was shared and reviewed with the board.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approve lease rental agreement with Verizon for providing space for a small tower. Carried unanimously.

President Smith opened the public hearing for the 2018-2019 District Calendar at 7:40pm.
Comments were made about shortening the school day by 15 minutes.
President Smith closed the public hearing at 7:39 pm.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve the 2018-2019 District Calendar, leaving the starting and ending class times as current. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to approve and cooperative swimming agreement with Decorah. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve an agreement for Bill Armentrout to perform DOT physicals for district drivers. Carried unanimously.

Items for the April Board Meeting are:

  • Public Hearing for the Budget
  • Non-Union Contracts
  • Board Policies

The April Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on April 9, 2018, at 4:30 P.M, at the Postville Fine Arts Center Lobby.

Motion by Malcom, second by Cox, to adjourn the meeting at 7:38 P.M. Carried unanimously.

_________________________________ ___________________________________
Jamie Smith, President Melissa Fettkether, Secretary

Board Meeting Minutes For February 12, 2018

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Lobby
February 12, 2018

President Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:29 P.M. on Monday, February 12, 2018, with the following members present: Jeff, Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, Staci Malcom.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox to approve the agenda, second by Jacobs. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Malcom, to remove item D from the consent agenda and approve remaining items. Carried unanimously.

  1. Approve of the February 12, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes
  2. Approve the monthly invoices (reviewed by Staci Malcom)
  3. Approve the hire of Elizabeth Crawford/After School Tutor; Kirsten Richardson/After School Coordinator
  4. Approve the transfer of Luke Steege to 7-12 At-Risk/Athletic Director (Aug 2018); Donna Green/Preschool Paraprofessional
  5. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
    1. Club of the Hour – $175.00 – Milk Fund/Nursing Supplies
    2. ILNorplex, Inc.- $2,500.00 – STEM

Two resignations were added to Item D of the consent agenda. Motion by Malcom, second by Cox, to approve the resignation of Diane Engen/21st Century Grant Site Coordinator; Annette Deering/Lunch Room Computer Para; Danielle Bucknell/ Elementary Teacher; Laurie Adrian/Elementary Teacher. Carried unanimously.

Superintendent Dugger shared information about the PERL vote that was unsuccessful. Information was shared from the 2017 fiscal audit.

Principal Zurbriggen, with the assistance of Marcy Kraus, shared the results of elementary FAST Testing.

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte shared information and requested volunteers to assist with the Poverty Simulation hosted by Postville CSD, on Monday, February 26th, and the YMCA building.

Jenny Schutte, Dani Rose, RJ Olsen, and LaRae Schutte shared information on the Differentiated Accountability Model and reviewed items from the recent Department of Education Site Visit.

President Smith opened the public hearing for the 2018 elementary building improvement projects at 7:12 pm. No public comments were presented. The public hearing was closed at 7:13 pm.

The acceptance of the 2018 elementary building improvement project was tabled until March.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to Resolve to Approve the Purchase of the Real Property Owned by the City of Postville under a Purchase Agreement for the Building located at 204 S. Odgen St., approving the assignment, assumption, and release of USDA Grant Agreement, approving the termination of a 28E and Lease agreement with the City of Postville, and approving a lease agreement with Postville Child Care Services, Inc. The building was purchased through the capital projects fund for a cost of $248,547.85 which is the city’s loan payoff amount. Roll was called, 5 ayes, 0 nays, motion carried.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to resolve for inter-fund loan between the general fund and the capital projects fund for above purchase. Roll was called, 5 ayes, 0 nays, motion passed.

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve the upgrade thermostats in the John Mott Building (summer 2018). Carried unanimously.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to approve a cabling upgrade for the Cora B. Darling Elementary School (summer 2018). Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve access point upgrades (summer 2018). Carried unanimously.

Discussion-Jr. High School Split Athletic Season. Further discussion will take place at a later date.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to move to closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to confidential as a condition for the government body’s possession or continued receipt of federal funds. Roll was called, 5 ayes, 0 nays. Motion carried.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve an open enrollment request out of district presented. Motions carries.

Items for the March Board Meeting are:
2018 Summer Elementary Construction Project
Jr. High Split Athletic Season

The March Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on March 12, 2018, at 6:30 P.M, at the Postville Fine Arts Center Lobby.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to adjourn the meeting at 8:12 P.M. Carried unanimously.

Board Meeting Minutes For January 8, 2018

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
RISE Academy
January 8, 2018

 

Vice-President Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:29 P.M. on Monday, January 8, 2018, with the following members present: Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, Staci Malcom. Absent: Jamie Smith

Vice-President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Gericke, to remove item C from the consent agenda and approve remaining items.  Carried unanimously.

  1. Approve the minutes of the December 11, 2017 Regular Meeting
  2. Approve the monthly invoices (reviewed by JoAnn Jacobs)
  3. Approve the resignation of Hodan Farah/elementary associate.
  4. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
    1. United HealthCare SVS, Inc – $500.00 – Wellness
    2. Women of the ELCA, St. Paul Lutheran – $250.00

Discussion took place regarding item C.  Motion by Malcom, second by Jacobs, to approve the hire of Tommy Chavez/Elementary Associate.  Carried unanimously.

Superintendent Dugger shared that the 1st semester has finished.  We have had good weather, no late starts, early outs, or cancellations.

Principal Zurbriggen shared that good progress is being made in the Kids Club.  A lot of staff members are helping with tutoring, thanks to a grant the Mr. Dugger wrote.  Elementary will begin with assessment testing, Benchmarks, and Fast testing.

Principal Knudtson shared that the Rise Academy is going well. Students are making great progress.  They just had four students graduate.  Twelve students are on schedule to graduate this year.

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte explained SMART goals for 2017-2018.  She handed out information explaining goals for grades K-8   and testing that has been completed.  More testing will be finished the first week in February showing new results in growth rates.

Mark Kroemer presented information on the elementary building project.  He discussed the kitchen remodel project and reviewed the project schedule.  They would like to start the outdoor portion of the project in mid-April, weather permitting.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to approve the 2018 elementary building improvement project bidding.   Carried unanimously.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to approve Hacker/Nelson, of Decorah, for auditing services for FY18, FY19, and FY20.   Carried unanimously.

Discussion was held on the Postville girls. sports program.  Conference scheduling for next year will begin soon.  The district needs to move toward having varsity teams.  A decision will need to be made at the February board meeting.  Mr. Knudtson will schedule a meeting for parents, students, and community members as soon as possible.

Motion by Malcom, second by Jacobs, to resolve and document the board’s support of the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System.  Carried unanimously.

The approval of construction bids, the girls’ athletic program, the purchase of the City building, and testing score results will be items for the February agenda.

The February Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on February 12, 2018, at 6:30 P.M, at the Postville Fine Arts Center Lobby.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 P.M.  Carried unanimously.

Board Meeting Minutes For December 11, 2017

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Center Lobby
December 11, 2017

 

President Jamie Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, December 11, 2017, with the following members present: Jeff Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, Staci Malcom.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Gericke, to approve Consent Agenda.  Carried unanimously.

  1. Approve the minutes of the November 13, 2017 Regular Meeting
  2. Approve the monthly invoices (reviewed by Tony Gericke)
  3. Approve the hire of Blanca Nunez-3 Year-Old Preschool/Junior Kindergarten Associate; Donna Green-3 Year-Old Preschool/Junior Kindergarten Associate; Anne Friederich-Assistant Speech Coach; Kallie Heitland-Health Para; Paula Enyart-After School Associate; Marcy Kraus-After School Coordinator of Curriculum; and Meca Loftsgard-After School Coordinator of Staff Scheduling
f. Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
1. Luana Savings Bank – $200.00 – Children in Need (winter clothing)
2. Postville Athletic Boosters – $4,846.60 – Rock for Diamonds
3. Salem UCC Mary Circle – $25.00 – Milk Money
g. Approve an increase to the adult lunch price from $3.55 to $3.65 for 2nd

Superintendent Dugger shared information on financial and student enrollment data.

Principal Zurbriggen shared that Postville has had three student teachers in the elementary for the first semester.

Principal Knudtson shared that the secondary is getting ready for first semester finals.  We have 4 students planning to graduate early.  NICC has indicated that our juniors and seniors will have earned 184 college credits.

Learning and Leadership – Mr. Zuercher and FFA students presented to the board on their trip to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN.  Mr. Zuercher also shared about the new online AG Curriculum.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve a Shared School Business Official agreement with North Winneshiek School District and a Letter of Assignment for Melissa Fettkether as a Shared School Business Official.  Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to approve the At-Risk/Dropout Prevention School Budget Review Committee Modified Supplemental Amount Request for the 2018-2019 At-Risk/Dropout Prevention Program in the amount of $123,958.   Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to accept the quote from Circle K Communications, in the amount of $11,801, for a Two-Way Radio Digital Conversion.  Carried unanimously.

The January Board Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on January 8, 2018, at 6:30 P.M, at the RISE Academy, 104 West Green Street, Postville.

Motion by Malcom, second by Jacobs, to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 P.M.  Carried unanimously.

Board Meeting Minutes For November 13, 2017

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Postville Board of Education Meeting
Regular Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M.
Fine Arts Center Lobby
November 13, 2017

 

President Jamie Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, November 13, 2017, with the following members present: Jeff Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, Staci Malcom.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Learning for Leadership – New teachers for the 2017/2018 school year introduced themselves to the board.

Corey Snitker presented on Hazard Mitigation Planning.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approve the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Item C was removed from the consent agenda.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom to approve Consent Agenda, without hires.  Carried unanimously.

a.        Approve the minutes of the October 9, 2017 Regular Meeting
b.       Approve the monthly bills (reviewed by Jeff Cox)
d.       Accept the resignation of Paula Enyart as Basketball Cheerleading Coach and Sheyla Chavez from the After-School Program.
e.       Approve the Transfer of Randy Martie to Custodian Modified 1st Shift (10:00 A.M. – 6:30 P.M.)
f.         Acceptance of Donations/Gifts to the District
a.        Community Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund – $679.16 – Nursing Supplies
b.       Fidelity Bank & Trust – $700.00 – Activity Clubs
c.        Good Samaritan Society Staff – $28.00 – General
d.       Myrna Jones, West Post Project Club – $21.21 – Nursing Supplies
e.       Postville Athletic Boosters – $1,000.00 – Fieldlazer (field painter)
g.        Approve the 2017-2018 PCSD Desegregation Ratio and Category Matrix

Motion by Cox, second by Gericke, to approve all hires, rescinded.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Cox to approve all hires, except Boys Track Coach.  Carried unanimously.

c.       Approve the hiring of Abdiwahab Ali as Migrant Coordinator and Adult Education Liaison, Nick Zieman as Middle School Boys’ Basketball Coach, Erin Hutchins as Assistant Girls’ Basketball High School Coach, and Michael Henricksen as Custodian 2nd Shift at the Elementary School.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve Shelby Varney as Boys Track Coach.

Roll call vote: Cox- yes, Gericke-yes, Jacobs-no, Malcom-yes, Smith-yes.  Motion Carried.

Superintendent’s Dugger requested information on paperless board meeting process.  Discussion regarding having a meeting at the alternative school in January.

Principal Zurbriggen shared information regarding elementary intruder drills, elementary reading test scores, and a video regarding American Education Week created by the students.

Principal Knudtson shared on secondary intruder drills and emergency procedures. Information was also provided regarding AIW (Authentic Intellectual Work).

Curriculum Director/Dean of Students Schutte shared the trainings she has been able to attend to assist with her role in professional development planning.  An overview of Iowa Social Studies Standards was provided.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to approve the second reading of the following board policies:

a.        502.6              Weapons
b.       502.7              Smoking, Drinking, Drugs
c.        503.1              Student Conduct
d.       503.                R1           Student Suspension
e.       503.2              Expulsion
f.         503.5              Corporal Punishment
g.        905.2              Tobacco Nicotine Free Environment

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Cox, to approve the resolution: “The Board of Directors of the Postville CSD directs our district to submit this request to the school budget committee for all modified supplemental amount to which the district is entitled, estimated to be $195,636 for increasing enrollment, and $77,853 for ELL beyond five years funded by the formula, for a total of $273,489.”  Carried unanimously.

President Smith opened the public hearing on the 2018 Summer Roofing Project at 8:44 P.M. in the Fine Arts Center Lobby.  Superintendent Dugger reviewed the bids received for the project. There were no written or verbal comments from the public.  President Smith closed the public hearing at 8:47 P.M.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs, to accept the bid from Service Roofing for the 2018 Summer Roof work in the amount of $198,404.00.  Carried unanimously.

The December Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on December 11, 2017, at 6:30 P.M.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 P.M.  Carried unanimously.

Board Meeting Minutes For October 9, 2017

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Postville Board of Education Meeting

October 9, 2017

 

President Jamie Smith called the regular meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, October 9, 2017, with the following members present: Jeff Cox, Tony Gericke, JoAnn Jacobs, Staci Malcom.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Cox, second by Malcom, to approval the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Cox, second by Jacobs to:

  1. Approve the minutes of the September 18, 2017 annual, regular, and organizational meeting
  2. Approve the monthly bills
  3. Approve the hiring of April Kruckman-Supplemental Vocal Contract, Joy Minikwu-Migrant/At-Risk Tutoring, RaeAnne Caldwell-Migrant/At-Risk Tutoring, Kathy Ohloff-Migrant/At-Risk Tutoring, Susie Merrifield-Migrant/At-Risk Tutoring, Eric Lopez-Bilingual Newcomer Paraprofessional, Tim Rupard-Assistant Wrestling Coach, and Bobby Schultz-Volunteer Wrestling Coach.
  4. Accept the resignation of Mohamed Abdi-Somali Translator and Adult Literacy Liasison
  5. Approve the early graduation of one student.
  6. Approve the overnight trip to the FFA National Convention to Indianapolis, IN (10/24/17 – 10/27/17)

Carried unanimously.

Superintendent’s Dugger shared a flyer for the PERL facts to provide to the public.  Information was provided about the possible purchase of the Child Care Building to prompt discussion of the board on how they would like to proceed.  Information provided on how to access future meeting information via the district website to move toward a paperless board meeting.

Learning and Leadership- Mary Guese and Joy Minikwu presented on Learning and Leadership and the Language Instruction Educational Program.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Gericke, to approve the first reading of the following board policies:

  1. 6 Weapons
  2. 7 Smoking, Drinking, Drugs
  3. 1 Student Conduct
  4. R1           Student Suspension
  5. 2 Expulsion
  6. 5 Corporal Punishment
  7. 2 Tobacco Nicotine Free Environment

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Malcom, second by Cox, to approve the creation of a new full-time custodial position due to increasing need.

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Jacobs, to approve entering into contract with Waggoner and Wineinger Architects for 2018 building updates.

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Cox, to approve the 2018 roof project to go out for bids and work timelines.

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to approve a facility use agreement between the district and Red Cross for use of the school facility as a disaster shelter.

Carried unanimously.

Items for the November Board Meeting

  1. Hazard Mitigation Planning – Cory Snitker
  2. Child Care Building

The November Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on November 13, 2017, at 6:30 PM.

Motion by , second by , to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Carried unanimously.

 

Postville Board of Education Organizational Meeting

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Postville Board of Education Organizational Meeting

September 18, 2017

Superintendent Duggar called the organizational meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 7:06 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017, with the following members present: Jamie Smith, Staci Malcom, JoAnn Jacobs, Tony Gericke.  Absent:  Jeff Cox.

The oath of office was administered to re-elected board member Staci Malcom and to newly elected board member Tony Gericke.

The floor was opened for nominations for School Board President. A nomination Jamie Smith was offered and he was unanimously elected as school board president.

The floor was opened for nominations for School Board Vice-President. A nomination Jeff Cox was offered and he was unanimously elected as school board vice president.

The board established the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Fine Arts Center Lobby for regular board meetings. ne Arts Center Lobby

The following appointments were made:

*Board Secretary/Treasurer Melissa Fettkether (Oath was administered)

*Allamakee County Conference Board – Tony Gericke

*Clayton County Conference Board – JoAnn Jacobs

*Fayette County Conference Board – Tony Gericke

*Winneshiek County Conference Board – Jamie Smith

*Legislative Network – JoAnn Jacobs

*IASB Delegate Assembly – JoAnn Jacobs

The board designated the Postville Herald as the official publication for the district.

The board designated Ahlers & Cooney as legal counsel for the district.

Motion by Gericke, second by Malcom, to establish the district’s official depositories as Freedom Bank and Fidelity Bank and Trust with a limit of $4,000,000 for Freedom Bank and a limit of $2,500,000 for Fidelity Bank and Trust.  Carried unanimously.

The concept of Learning and Leadership was presented by Superintendent Duggar.

A schedule will be created in advance for staff and groups to present to the board.

The board discussed public comments at board meetings.  There will be no change to current procedures.

Superintendent Duggar reported on a good start to year, great teachers hires, and enrollment looks to have increased.

Elementary Principal Ryan Zurbriggen reported on:

*Good feedback from staff for the start of the year.

*BD program has been working out well.

*Elementary building leadership team has grown and everyone has a chance to be heard.

*Clips form Cora B. Darling Elementary in the newspapers is representing the building well.  *Students have been training in behavior expectations.

*First Pirate Pride assembly with take place this week.

Junior-Senior High School Principal Brendan Knudtson reported on:

*Food Evolution movie in Elkader was attended.

*8th grade will be attending Rendezvous Days.

*Homecoming week was a wonderful success, thanks to Mrs. Shea, capped off with a win at the football game.

*Jean Douglass Lauderdale, Postville graduate from 1946, donated $10,000 to use for new and upgraded science equipment.

*The launch of the new website is coming, which will be ADA compliant.

*The DNR – Yellow River Forest State Sawmill donated about a $1000 worth of lumber for the shop class.

Curriculum Director Jennifer Schutte reported on:

*Star 360 Accelerated Reading program was added in addition to Core Curriculum being taught.

*A summary report for 7th and 8th grade reading scores was provided and discussed.

The October Meeting for the Postville Board of Education will be held on October 9, at 6:30 PM.

Motion by Malcom, second by Gericke, to adjourn at 7:50 pm.  Carried unanimously.

Postville Board of Education Annual Meeting

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Postville Board of Education Annual Meeting

September 18, 2017

 

President Jamie Smith called the annual meeting of the Postville Board of Education to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017, with the following members present: Brad Rekow, Staci Malcom, JoAnn Jacobs.  Absent:  Jeff Cox.

President Smith welcomed the visitors.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Rekow, to approval the agenda. Carried unanimously.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Malcom to:

  1. Approve of the August 14, 2017 regular meeting minutes
  2. Approve the monthly bills
  3. Approve the hire of Oumalkaire Dahir/Bilingual Para, Barbara Harris/Jr-Sr High Para and After School Program, Kimberly Kleve/High School Girls Basketball Coach, Corey Smock/Head Baseball Coach
  4. Accept the Abstract of Election

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Rekow, second by Jacobs to approve the application to the SBRC for the maximum modified allowable growth for supplemental aid for the negative special education balance in the amount of $129,400.40.  Carried unanimously.

Mark Kroemer, WWA Architecture+Planning, presented phased options for future construction and remodel projects.  Contract documents will be presented to the board at the October 2017 meeting.

Final FY2017 financialized financial records were presented to the board.

Motion by Malcom, second by Jacobs, to approve the second readings of the following board policies:

  1. 1 Payroll Periods
  2. 708    Care, Maintenance and Disposal of School District Records

Carried unanimously.

Motion by Malcom, second by Jacobs, to approve a rental agreement between the district and the City of Postville to rent the lower level of the multicultural center for an early elementary special education classroom.  Carried unanimously.

Mr. Duggar and the Board of Education recognized board member Brad Rekow for his service to the Postville District and thanked him for his 23 years on the board.

Motion by Jacobs, second by Rekow, to adjourn the meeting at 7:05 pm.  Carried unanimously.