February School Board Minutes
by Peg Phelps
Malvern Community School District
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
7:00 P.M. ˆ Regular Meeting ˆ February 8, 2010
East Mills High School ˆ Library ˆ Malvern, Iowa
President Stogdill called the regular meeting of the Malvern Community School District Board to order at 7:00 PM. The following directors were present: Bell, Koger, Poort, Stephens, Stogdill, Superintendent Barclay, 9-12 Principal Bonesteel, K-4 Principal Kilpatrick, and Board Secretary Sue Davis. There were 2 visitors present.
Stogdill welcomed everyone and asked if anyone wished to be placed on the agenda or speak in open forum. There were no requests.
Koger moved to approve the agenda as presented, Bell seconded the motion. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
The board discussed their Building Improvement Target Philosophies. The Board also reviewed the questions that will be shared with them during the DE Site Visit on February 16th and 17th.
Stephens moved to approve the consent agenda as presented which includes the minutes of the previous meetings, bills for payment, financial reports, and open enrollment requests. In from Glenwood to Malvern, Garrett Knipe, Nathan Krupinski, Lauren Krupinski, Savannah Krupinski, Samantha Saal. Koger seconded motion. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
Personnel Issues:
Bell moved to approve the Lunch Duty Contract to Julie Babbitt for the 2nd semester, seconded by Koger. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried
Koger moved to approve the Lunch Duty Contract to Lindsey Sayers for the 2nd semester, seconded by Poort. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
New Business:
Bell moved to approve the 2009-2010 School Calendar Revision; changes that were made because of the 5 snow days the students have missed so far this year. Stephens seconded motion. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
Stephens moved to approve the Board Policy Revisions as presented, seconded by Poort. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
Poort moved to approve the District Affirmative Action Plan, seconded by Koger. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.
Administrative Reports:
K-4 Principal Kilpatrick, Middle School Principal Taylor, and High School Principal Bonesteel gave written reports. Superintendent Barclay gave an oral report.
Communication/Information:
The board discussed the outcome of the Open House held at the high school on Sunday, February 7th. The facilities looked great, there was a good turnout, and the Board expressed appreciation to the staff for all the extra work that they put into preparing for the Open House.
The Board held a discussion on the new DE guidance on making up snow days by adding time to the school day.
Mr. Barclay updated the board on the schedule and plans for the upcoming DE Site Visit.
The board discussed the 2010-2011 School Calendar.
The following upcoming IASB Events and Dates were shared:
1. ICN Legislative Update ˆ March 4, 2010
2. Regional Lobby Day ˆ March 9, 2010
3. Iowa Core Curriculum Training ˆ March 23, 2010
4. AEA 13 Super Board Meeting ˆ April 14, 2010
Good News:
The Open House was a success ˆ Thank you to all the staff and custodial staff.
Congratulations to Kyle Miller advancing to the district level in wrestling. Also congratulations to Jonathan Miller for gaining his „100th‰ pin at the last wrestling meet. Congratulations to the East Mills Boys Basketball Team and Coaches, Conference Champs! The board is very appreciative of all the work the Reorganization Committee has done. A BIG thank you to the entire custodial staff and those who helped clear the snow this winter.
Stephens moved to adjourn, Bell seconded the motion. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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Susan Stogdill, Board Superintendent Susan Davis, Board Secretary
