BETTENDORF SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES 10.4.04

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BETTENDORF, IOWA

Unofficial Minutes of the October 4, 2004, Regular Meeting (Pending Board Approval)

1. Call to Order.

The Board of Directors of the Bettendorf Community School District, in the County of Scott, state of Iowa, met in open session according to Iowa law for their regular Board meeting at the Ray Stensvad Administration Center, 3311 Central Avenue, Bettendorf, Iowa, on October 4, 2004.
President Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary, verified that the meeting notice had been posted and mailed to the media as required by law.

Members present: Directors Anderson, Castro, Crockett, Ehrmann, Luton, Mayer, Weigle. Members absent: None. Other officials present: John Perdue, Superintendent; Carol Webb, Assistant Superintendent; Celeste Reuter, Director of Communications; Joe Slavens, Board Treasurer; Lucy Colville, Student Council Representative; Laura Kauffman, BEA Representative; Lynne Lindstrom, Board Secretary.

2. Agenda Approval.

Motion by Director Weigle, seconded by Director Crockett, to approve the agenda as presented.

Ayes: 7 Directors Anderson, Castro, Crockett, Ehrmann, Luton, Mayer, Weigle. Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

3. Comments and Suggestions from Audience. 3.01 President's Statement. On behalf of fellow Board members, at this time I would like to invite any member of the audience to step to the microphone with comments about items of interest or concern that do not appear on the agenda this evening. Please begin by stating your name and address. It would be most appreciated if you would limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion and allow others an opportunity to speak. We ask that you remember that Iowa law prohibits us from discussing specific employees or their job performance. If you have thoughts to share about items that are included as topics for tonight's meeting, we would invite those comments when we reach that point in the meeting. Thank you for your support of our school district.

There were no comments from the audience.

4. Commendations. 4.01 Student Spotlight on Paul Norton Elementary School. Ms. Meierís 4th grade students from Paul Norton Elementary School shared Power Point presentations and research projects from their 3rd grade year. 4.02 Congratulations to Bettendorf Middle School student, Alicia Afra- Boeteng, who has been selected for a scholarship program to the University of Iowaís Belin Blank Center. Her teacher is Lorna Sawyer. 4.03 Ann Abplanalp was awarded a Master of Arts in Education with a major in Teaching and Leadership from St. Xavier University in May 2004. Michael Ahrens was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Educational Administration from Western Illinois University in July 2004. Shannon Clayton was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University with a major in Teaching and Learning in September 2004. Linda Deuth was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Reading Specialist from Western Illinois University in December 2003. Todd Hornaday was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Educational Administration from Western Illinois University in May 2004. Lou Ann Hoskins was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University in March 2004 with a major in Teaching and Learning. Angie Latham was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Elementary Education Western Illinois University in July 2004. Bette Jo Mecham was awarded a Master of Science in Health Education from Western Illinois University in July 2004. Rod Moeller was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University in August 2004 with a major in Teaching and Learning. Jayme Olson was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University in July 2004 with a major in Teaching and Learning. Megan Ramirez was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University in July 2004. Phil Schaefer was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University in July 2004 with a major in Teaching and Learning. Ardith Simms was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Special Education from Western Illinois University in December 2003. Mary Uhde was awarded a Master of Arts from Nova Southeastern University with a major in Teaching and Learning in August 2004. Aaron Wiley was awarded a Master of Education with a major in Curriculum and Instruction from Olivet Nazarene University in January 2003. Kevin Wojtkiewicz was awarded a Master of Science in Education with a major in Educational Administration from Western Illinois University in May 2004. 4.04 Susan Begyn, math instructor at Bettendorf Middle School was selected to work with Iowa State Education Association to revitalize the National Board Certification program in Iowa. Sue will have an opportunity to plan how an ISEA National Board Certified Teachers' Network could meet NBCT's needs and to participate in National Board facilitator training. 4.05 The Bettendorf High School Marching Band, lead by Mike Dynes, placed 2nd in class 4A at the Marion Marching Invitational on Saturday, September 25. They placed 4th overall out of 16 bands. The band received awards for best percussion, color guard and drum major in their class. 4.06 For the past 10 years, Wendyís Old Fashioned Hamburger Restaurants have teamed up with the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the Heisman Memorial Trophy Committee, to honor both male and female high school scholar-athlete-citizens. The award is based on three criteria: academic excellence, community service, and athletic achievement. This year, based on the recommendation of the athletic director, Bettendorf High School recipients are seniors Tim Jackson and Melissa Kilfoy. They were selected based upon their excellence in the classroom, on the field and within their communities. Melissa has been a member of the girls swim team and girls track team. She is one of our top senior students, and is active in the Student Council. Tim has been on the varsity football, basketball, and soccer teams. He too is an excellent student and also works on the Student Council. 4.07 Congratulations to Elaine Johnson, 3rd grade teacher at Hoover Elementary School, and Marlys Johnson, retired teacher, on publication of their book, One Letter at a Time. Copies of this book, a collection of photographs of letters of the alphabet occurring in nature, will be purchased for each of the districtís school libraries.

5. Consent Agenda.

1. Director Castro asked for clarification on item #5.09 Approval of Agreement with Story Construction for Construction Management Services. It was suggested this be changed to ì#5.09 Approval of Agreement with Story Constructionî to better reflect the intent of the agreement. 2. Motion by Director Crockett, seconded by Director Weigle, to approve the consent agenda as amended.

Ayes: 6 Directors Crockett, Ehrmann, Luton, Mayer, Weigle, Anderson. Nays: 1 Director Castro. Motion carried 6-1.

1. 5.01 Approval of September 20, 2004, Special Board Meeting Minutes. 2. 5.02 Approval of September 20, 2004, Retiring Board Meeting Minutes. 3. 5.03 Approval of September 20, 2004, Incoming Board Meeting Minutes. 4. 5.04 Approval of October 4, 2004 Bills Recommended for Payment. 5. 5.05 Approval of Administrative Recommendations--Personnel. Certified Contract Modification Stacie Bloom/TJ/Core Reading/Increase from .56 FTE to .625 FTE/ Additional Title I Funds/ Effective 9-20-04 Morgan Thomas/NA/Core Reading/Increase from .50 FTE to .66 FTE/ Additional Title I Funds/ Effective 9-27-04 Mary Wendel/TJ/Core Reading/Increase from .56 FTE to .625 FTE/ Additional Title I Funds/ Effective 9-20-04 Certified Lane Change Beth Douglas Hafner MA,13 to MA+15,13 $1,249 Shannon Clayton BA+15,3 to MA,3 $3,497 Mary Uhde BA+15,4 to MA,4 $3,497 Schedule D Resignation Craig Lennon/BMS/Computer Club Sponsor/Effective 10-1-04 Mary Uhde/BMS/Assistant 7th grade Girls Basketball/Effective 10-1-04 Schedule D Approval to Hire Nathan Hernandez/BMS/ Assistant 7th Grade Girls Basketball/ $999/ Replacing Mary Uhde/Effective 10-4-04 Randy Scott/BHS/Asst. Boys Track Coach/ $2,747/Replacing Brian Barquist/Effective 1-15-04 Kay Starr/BMS/BMS Computer Club Sponsor/$999/ Replacing Craig Lennon/Effective 10-4-04 Classified - Recommendation for Employment Sandra Buckwalter/BHS/Custodian-2nd shift/$13.89/$14.27 per hour after 90 days/8 hours per day/Replacing Stephanie Dhaenens/Effective 9/13/04 Classified ñ Letter of Assignment Modification Chad Petersen/BHS/Custodial-Grounds/Same rate of pay/From 5.5 to 8 hours per day/Realignment-increase in duties/Effective 9/27/04 Charlotte Strang/NA/Para Educator A/Same rate of pay/From 4.5 to 5.75 hours per day/Use of Title I funds/Effective 9/27/04 1. 5.06 Construction Change Orders. 2. 5.07 Approval of BHS Early Graduates, 2004/05 3. 5.08 Approval of Donations. 4. 5.09 Approval of Agreement with Story Construction. 5. 5.10 Approval of Tuition Application. Tanner Trostel, grade 4, from Davenport 5.11 Approval of Requests for Open Enrollment.

Into Bettendorf, 2004/05

Caleb Fisher, grade 10, from Pleasant Valley, continuation due to change of residence Tiffany Helton, grade 2, from Pleasant Valley, continuation due to change of residence For information only. The following students have open enrolled out of the Bettendorf Community School District:

Out of Bettendorf, 2004/05

Isaiah Litscher, kindergarten, to Pleasant Valley Alexis McCain-Shauman, kindergarten, to Pleasant Valley Ceola Rosenberger, grade 4, to Pleasant Valley, continuation due to change of residence Christian Rosenberger, kindergarten, to Pleasant Valley Kippy Searles, grade 5, to Pleasant Valley, administrative transfer of open enrollment from Davenport Mykel Shutts, grade 9, to Pleasant Valley, good cause due to change of residence

Out of Bettendorf, 2004/05

Anna Cullinan, grade 5, to Pleasant Valley Stephen Cullinan, grade 7, to Pleasant Valley Elizabeth Lindmark, kindergarten, to Pleasant Valley Courtney Sams, grade 9, to Pleasant Valley

6. Discussion Items.

Shared Communications.

Director Crockett attended the recent Parent Executive Council meeting and reported on discussions related to field trips and potential fundraising events.

Directors Castro and Weigle and Superintendent Perdue participated in BMSís field trip fundraising event at Hidden Hills golf course, reporting positive community involvement and fun for everyone.

Director Ehrmann chaperoned the marching band at their recent Marion invitational. She complimented the students on their behavior and reported the bus driver also commending them on their conduct.

Director Castro commented on a letter from the local HyVee store to BHSís football coaches, praising the football team for their good conduct while utilizing the HyVee cafeteria.

With the third after-school tutor session completed, Director Castro shared positive signs of getting students focused and working on task.

Superintendent Perdue attended a kick-off luncheon for the student hunger drive at The Mark in Moline. He complimented John Stroh, keynote speaker, on his address and invited the Board to participate in the hunger drive. Student representative Tim Holmes, has written a song, which will be featured on a video to assist with advertising.

1. 6.02 At-Risk Allowable Growth Program Evaluation. 2. Amy Wichman, Student Services Coordinator, presented the comprehensive evaluation report for the At-Risk Allowable Growth Program. She highlighted the accomplishments and goals for the 2003/04 school year, reporting the number of identified ìat-riskî students increased by 375 students from the prior school year. Ms. Wichman shared a breakdown of at-risk categories, assessment factors for identification, and the changing demographics of the school district. The report also highlighted mentoring initiatives, staff development opportunities, programs available to students, success stories, and the importance of asset-building curriculum. Ms. Wichman expressed her appreciation to be part of a school system committed to putting the studentsí needs first. Superintendent Perdue thanked Ms. Wichman and her staff for their dedication and support to district students.

Action Items.

7.01 Approval of BOE Goals 2004/05.

Directors reviewed the following Board goals, which were developed at their July 12, 2004, meeting: 1. The Board will continue to focus decisions on increasing student achievement results and ensure that policies and resources support the implementation of the Districtís Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP). 2. Study, revise, and formulate new Board policies related to Operations and Business Services; Buildings and Sites; School District-Community Relations, and other policies as needed. 3. Enhance avenues for communication and community input with the Board of Education. 4. Plan for short- and long-term school improvement and funding efforts that are fiscally responsible to the community. 5. The Board will learn about professional learning communities.

Motion by Director Mayer, seconded by Director Luton, to approve the BOE goals for the 2004/05 school year.

Ayes: 7 Directors Crockett, Ehrmann, Luton, Mayer, Weigle, Anderson, Castro. Nays: 0 Motion carried 7-0.

Superintendentís Report. 2. Class Size Report. Superintendent Perdue reported on the official enrollment report for the 2004/05 school year, noting an overall increase of approximately 24 students. He shared a breakdown of elementary class size, capacity issues, profile of enrollment trends, and comparative growth trends. 3. Construction Update. Superintendent Perdue presented an update on construction progress. He reported restroom tiles at Hoover are in the process of being replaced, and the Fine Arts addition is on hold until the pre-cast wall panels are delivered in mid-October. 4. 2005/06 Calendars & Public Hearing. Superintendent Perdue shared the draft calendar for the 2005/06 and requested input from the Board. A start date of August 15 will conclude the semester prior to the winter holiday break. Directors shared concern for the two days (May 30-31) at the year-end, following Memorial Day. Suggestions included a shorter winter holiday break, with the possibility of a first quarter break. A public hearing and action is scheduled for the Board meeting on Monday, October 18. 5. Official Enrollment Update & Open Enrollment Survey Report. Superintendent Perdue distributed an open enrollment comparison from 1999 through the current year. 6. IASB Annual Convention. Directors were invited to attend the annual IASB convention in Des Moines November 17-19, 2004. 7. Homecoming Parade Activities. Directors Crockett, Ehrmann, and Anderson volunteered to participate in the Homecoming Parade scheduled for 6:00 p.m. October 7. 8. Next Agenda Planning. Superintendent Perdue reviewed draft agenda items for the Monday, October 18, 2004, meeting at 7 p.m., in addition to the Board Retreat on October 9 at 8:00 a.m.

Future Events and Informational Items. 2. Thursday, October 7, BHS Homecoming Parade, 6:00 p.m., Middle Pool 3. Saturday, October 9, Board Retreat & Tour, 8:00 a.m., RSAC 4. Monday, October 11, Policy Review Committee, 5:30 p.m., RSAC 5. Friday, October 15, BCS Foundation Board Meeting, 12:00 noon, RSAC 6. Monday, October 18, Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 p.m., RSAC

10. Adjournment.

Motion by Director Mayer to adjourn the meeting at 8:32 p.m.



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Barry Anderson, President ATTEST:

__________________________________ Lynne Lindstrom, Secretary