KIMBERLY SCHOOL DISTRICT 414
KIMBERLY SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
September 18, 2019
Executive Session
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Champlin at 6:59 p.m. Present were trustees Mr. Nield and Mr. Melvin. Mr.
Higdem was out of town on business. Mr. Giles had a work engagement. Also in attendance were Mr. Schroeder,
Superintendent; Ms. Searby, District Clerk; Laurie Wirtz, Business Manager; Keelie Campbell, Director of Programs; Megan Garner, Elementary Principal; Jake Massey, Stricker Elementary Principal; Dominik Unger, High School Principal; Darla Wadsworth, Transportation Director; Matt Schvaneveldt, KMS Principal; Sara Crystal, Curriculum Director; Roxi Mumm, Food Service Director; and Ted Wasko, Maintenance Director.
AGENDA: Mr. Nield moved to approve the agenda. Mr. Melvin seconded the motion. The motion carried 3–0.
FLAG SALUTE: Everyone stood and participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
REPORTS
FFA: The KHS FFA Students reported on the success and accomplishments of their organization, including the growth in membership which is currently at 66 members. They had members participate in all events in the Twin Falls County Fair events and had multiple grand champion winners. Next up for them is their popular Drive thru BBQ which is set up for October 14th. They are also asking for approval and seeking financial support for eight students to travel to the National Convention in Indiana.
FINANCIAL BOARD TRAINING WITH DR. HEATHER WILLIAMS: Dr. Williams provided a valuable refresher training for our board on their fiscal duties. See slideshow for detailed info.
https://www.kimberly.edu/sites/default/files/school_board/Kimberly%20School%20Finance%202019%20.pdf
HEARING OF VISITORS: Many were in attendance tonight. Most were students from the High School as a part of an assignment.
CORRESPONDENCE: None
FINANCIAL REPORT: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to approve the August, 2019 financial report and investment pool statements. Mrs. Wirtz mentioned that good interest continues. The audit may be available at the October board meeting. New salaries begin this month. The motion carried 3-0
OLD BUSINESS
2ND READING adopt Policy 1441 Audience Participation: Myron Nield moved to adopt policy 1441 and Ryan Melvin seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
2ND READING retire Policy 2375 Service Animals in Schools: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded to accept the policy 2375. The motion carried 3-0.
2ND READING revise Policy 8101 Safety Bussing: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to revise policy 8101. The motion carried 3-0.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSENT AGENDA: Ryan Melvin moved, and Myron Nield seconded the motion to approve the following consent agenda items. The motion carried 3-0.
- Approve District Invoices
- Approve School Invoices
- Approve Food Service Expenditures
- Approve Meeting Minutes for August 15, 2019
- FY20 Fundraiser Calendar
- Approval travel: FFA to National Convention & request financial support; KHS Students Utah State December 3 Ag/Med/Aviation students. October 28, 2019 through November 2, 2019. - $150 per student.
- Grants-St. Luke’s Community Support Grant for PE equipment $2000, CAP ED $750 for science curriculum, Idaho Middle Level Association $500.
- Mou/Contracts: Piper Jaffary, Hansen/Murtaugh Wrestling Coop
- Surplus Items – Pallets
DISCUSSION / AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVE ADDITIONAL INVOICES: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to approve the additional invoices for August 2019. The motion carried 3-0.
APPROVE KSD COMBINED CIP, LITERACY, AND COLLEGE AND CAREER COUNSELING PLAN: Ryan Melvin moved to accept these plans and Myron Nield seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
APPROVE PENDING ALTERNATIVE AUTHORIZATIONS FOR FY20: Ryan Melvin moved to accept the alternative authorizations and Myron Nield seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
- Alan Nilles (5th grade) – Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Jimmie Linn (6th grade) – Content Specialist
- Matt Courtney (6th grade) – Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Jennifer Torgesen – New Endorsement – Teacher to New
- Bryce Frandsen (7th grade) – New Endorsement – Teacher to New
- Brianne Stanger – New Endorsement - CTE
- Sabra Molsee (SPED) – Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Michelle Belliston (Choir) – Content Specialist – University
- John Grannis (SPED) – Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Natalie Anderson (1st Grade) - Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Kayla Gardner (SPED) – Content Specialist – University
- Nathan Cook – Content Specialist - ABCTE
- Mindy Nield – Content Specialist -University
- Yolanda Hernandez – Content Specialist – University
- Rachelle Mueller – Content Specialist - University
- Michelle Slagel – Teacher to New - University
- Heather Pesola – Content Specialist
- Kelly Stover – Teacher to New - University
APPROVE TEACHER LEADERSHIP PREMIUM POSITIONS AND AMOUNTS: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to approve the teacher leadership premiums. Certified staff will be paid out in June. The motion carried 3-0.
1ST READING POLICY 1140 VACANCIES: No change was made on this policy.
1ST READING POLICY 1240 DUTIES OF TRUSTEES: No change was made on this policy.
1st READING POLICY 1511 CODE OF ETHICS FOR SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS: Ryan Melvin approved the first reading of policy 1511 Code of Ethics for School Board Members, Myron Nield seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
1ST READING POLICY 5314 SUBSTITUTES: Ryan Melvin moved to accept the first reading of this policy; Myron Nield seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
1ST READING POLICY 7700 PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS: Myron Nield moved, and Ryan Melvin seconded the motion to approve the update to policy 7700. This change benefits our employees by allowing them to have more options on deductions. The motion carried 3-0. This was a first and final.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT:
- ISBA Conference November 6-8, 2019 Coeur d’Alene
- KES Open House and Free to Community Night Football moved to September 20, 2019
- Dress Code Policy Committee (Board Representative)
- Supplemental Levy Timeline
- Graduation Policy/Multiple Diplomas
- Good Stories to Share
PERSONNEL REPORT:
Myron Nield moved to approve the personnel report and Ryan Melvin seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
HIRE: • Jeff Yancey
- Carla Sheldon • Tiffani Butenschoen
- Mamie Peterson
- Samantha Anderson
- Kate Birk
- Alli Jensen
- Emma Wood
RESIGNATIONS / RETIREMENTS:
- Tonia Askew
- Jaclyn Rogers
- Cheri McKay
- Mamie Peterson
- Lauren Llwellyn
- Payton McMillen
- Janet Williams
- Elizabeth Betz
ADJOURNMENT: Ryan Melvin motioned to adjoin the meeting at 9:14 pm, Myron Nield seconded. The motion carried 3-0.
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Mr. Rob Champlin, Chairman Cassandra Searby, Clerk