KIMBERLY SCHOOL DISTRICT 414
KIMBERLY SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
May 21, 2020
Executive Session 6:30 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Ryan Melvin moved and Curtis Giles seconded the motion to enter executive session at 6:35
p.m. as provided for in section IC 74-206(1) b to consider personnel matters, labor negotiations and acquisition of an interest in real property. Mr. Nield asked for a roll call; Mr. Higdem - Yes, Mr. Giles – yes, Dr. Melvin – yes, and Mr. Allen - yes. Mr. Giles moved to exit executive session at 7:10 p.m. and Chad Allen seconded the motion. The motion carried 5–0.
Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Nield at 7:12 p.m. Present were trustees Mr. Higdem, Mr. Giles, Mr. Allen, and
Mr. Melvin. Also in attendance were Mr. Schroeder, Superintendent; Ms. Searby, District Clerk; Laurie Wirtz, Business
Manager; Matt Schvaneveldt, KMS Principal; Jake Massey/Steve Hill, SES Principal; Megan Garner, KES Principal; Justin
White, KHS Principal; Sara Crystal, Curriculum Director; Ted Wasko, Maintenance Director; Keelie Campbell, Program Director; Marygrace Ahern, SPED Director; Roxi Mumm, Food Service Director; Patty Dame, Tech Director; and Darla Wadsworth, Transportation Director.
AGENDA: Mr. Melvin moved to approve the amended agenda (Item 12B). Mr. Allen seconded the motion. The motion carried 5–0.
FLAG SALUTE: Everyone stood and participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
NEW KHS/SES PRINCIPALS: Ryan Melvin moved and Chad Allen seconded the recommendation to hire Justin White (KHS Principal) and Steven Hill (SES Principal). The motion carried 5-0. Both new principals took a moment to introduce themselves, as well as, express excitement to be a part of Kimberly School District.
REPORTS –
STRICKER/KES: Current SES Principal, Jake Massey, and KES Principal, Megan Garner, both shared similar ideas and plans for the end of the year. Both schools are focusing on “finishing strong”. The staff are working on coming up with some fun projects that will replace the traditions that would have happened and are working on designing a good experience for the June 1st/2nd pick up days since this will be the students “last moment” of the year.
KMS: Mr. Matt Schvaneveldt started off by stating that at KMS, their plans and end of year goals were very similar to the elementary. KMS staff are focused on leaving a positive imprint with students and parents, and plan to recognize students that received “All A’s”/George McAdam’s recipients.
KHS: Mr. Unger reported that most students are now finished with their year, and staff are focusing on the few students that have been struggling during the remote learning period and helping them to finish strong. He also informed the board that Summer School would begin on June 3rd.
Food Service: Roxi Mumm, Food Service Director, updated the board on the latest in her department. 680 meals (breakfast/lunch) are being served daily between the two elementary school pick up locations, this also include the bus delivery service. That is up 80 meals from last month. She has submitted a waiver to the State dept. for meals to continue throughout the Summer and will find out about that soon if Idaho is planning on participating.
Transportation: Darla Wadsworth, Transportation Director, explained on how the bus drivers are currently keeping busy by delivery meals, assisting with the custodial crew by cleaning and painting, and helping out wherever they are needed. She commended her department on being hard workers. Drivers will be on summer break after next week.
Maintenance: Ted Wasko started out by thanking Darla and her transportation crew for their help. Thanks to them and his department, summer projects are ahead of schedule. Maintenance employees are now back to full time hours. Grounds/sprinkler repairs/gyms floors etc. are next on their list to tackle.
All Administrators welcomed our new principals to the KSD team.
CORRESPONDENCE: None
FINANCIAL REPORT: Ryan Melvin moved and Chad Allen seconded the motion to approve the April 2020 financial report and investment pool statements. Mrs. Wirtz mentioned the spending freeze that has been implemented. Only “needed” items remain. She also noted that there was a large savings on utilities from the past month due to shut down. The motion carried 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS
EXPLORATORY SCHOOL UPDATE – CONSIDER CHARTER AUTHORIZATION: Keelie Campbell updated the board
on the Exploratory School reporting that there has been a lot of progress as of recent. Three out of five board members have been chosen. They are currently looking for two more, one with possible legal knowledge, another with need to be more business minded. The Mission/Vision statement has been drafted, bylaws are set, and they are currently working with a CPA for nonprofit status. No action was needed.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSENT AGENDA: Ryan Melvin moved and Curtis Giles seconded the motion to approve the consent agenda with the following items. The motion carried 5-0. • Approve district invoices
- Approve school invoices
- Approve Food Service Expenditures
- Approve Meeting Minutes from April 16, 2020
- Surplus Items –
DISCUSSION / AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVE ADDITIONAL INVOICES: Chad Allen motioned and Curtis Giles seconded the motion to approve additional invoices for April, 2020. The motion carried 5-0.
BUS LEASE BIDS: Myron Nield left the meeting for this discussion due to conflict of interest. Ryan Melvin moved to accept the bus lease bid from DL Evans. Curtis Giles seconded. The motion carried 4-0.
CLASS OF 2020 GRADUATION CEREMONY JUNE 27th: Ryan Melvin moved and Chad Allen seconded the motion to approve the graduation ceremony for June 27th. The motion carried 5-0.
SET FY21 BUDGET HEARING FOR JULY 7th: Curtis Giles motioned and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to approve to set the budget hearing meeting for the recommended date. The motion carried 5-0.
SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS AND FACILITIES: Curtis Giles moved and Chad Allen seconded to approve the summer activities protocol for district athletic fields and facilities. The motion carried 5-0.
REVISE POLICY 2333 PARTICIPATION IN COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES: Curtis Giles motioned to approve the revision to Policy 2333 “As Is”. This is a first and final reading. Ryan Melvin seconded. The motion carried 5-0.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT:
- FY21 5% holdback
- Updates on FY21 Budget – Additional positions for next year are currently on hold.
- KEA Negotiations for FY21
- FY21 Health Insurance – Current plans are being readjusted and evaluated to help w/ costs.
- June 16th Retirement Party – 9 Retirees will be honored
- June1-2 Student Pick Up and Drop Off Educational Items
- Good Stories to Share – Board member, Chad Allen commented on how grateful he was to the staff and administration for their efforts during the shutdown and how appreciative he is that his kids get to go to school and grow up in Kimberly.
PERSONNEL REPORT:
Chad Allen moved and Curtis Giles seconded the motion to approve the personnel report, as well as, release employee X from probation. The motion carried 5-0.
HIRE:
- Jamie Wardell
- Alexandria Bates
- Ashley Galaities
- Will Keeter
- Beth Stanger
- Tina Sumsion
RESIGNATIONS / RETIREMENTS:
- Lynette Sievers
- Veleda Hare
- Rolan Poulton
- Joan Johnson
- Kathy Makings
LEADERSHIP TEAM REPORTS: Available on the website.
ADJOURNMENT: Ryan Melvin moved and Curtis Giles seconded the motion to adjorn the meeting at 9:24 PM. The motion carried 5-0.
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Mr. Myron Nield, Chairman Cassandra Searby, Clerk