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MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THEWILLIAMS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2 GOVERNING BOARDWEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2008 |
The vision of the Williams Unified School District is to place each child in the best position
to succeed intellectually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially
A Public Hearing of the Williams Unified School District No. 2 Governing Board was held at 8:30 am on the above date at the Williams High School Library. Board members present: Mr. Parenteau, Mrs. Cothren and Mrs. Nenne. Mr. Stilwell and Mrs. Nelson were absent. Also present: Beth Britton, Sandy Roe, Nell Brown and guests Patricia Merrill, Lori Malangone, and Bethany Avonson.
GOVERNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
I. OPENING ITEMS
Ø Mr. Parenteau called the meeting to order at 8:30 am and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to adopt the agenda as presented, second by Mrs. Cothren. Motion approved 3-0.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. This Public Hearing of the WUSD Governing Board, held pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code Section R7-2-303(A), is for the purpose of receiving public input concerning the proposed sex education abstinence curriculum.
1. Opening Comments: Mr. Albert Parenteau, Board President
Ø Mr. Parenteau recognized and thanked the committee for their work. The committee members are: Sandy Roe, Chairperson; Nell Brown, Ladena Dennison, Doris Ann Mertz, Donny Bridges, Jaren Hudgens, Dixit Patel, Theresa Chavez, DeNene Pace, and ex-officio members Janet Cothren and Dr. McCraley.
Ø Mrs. Cothren noted that the committee did a good job of reviewing the curriculum to make sure it aligns with state standards. They found that it does.
B. Ms. Sandy Roe, Advisory Committee Chair
1. Review of recommendation to the Board from the Sex Education Ad Hoc Advisory Committee
Ø Mrs. Roe read a letter form the Sex Education Curriculum Committee recommending that the Board adopt the abstinence curriculum for use with 6-12 grade students.
2. Comments obtained from the WHS and WEMS Site Councils regarding the Abstinence Program
Ø Mr. Parenteau read a letter from each Site Council. Both the WEMS and WHS Site Councils agreed that the curriculum would be good for the students. They both, however, submitted a request that the curriculum be reviewed every year.
3. Introduction of Ms. Patricia Merrill from the Arizona Youth Partnership
Ø Mrs. Roe introduced Patricia Merrill and Lori Malangone, representatives from AYP.
a. Presentation of Abstinence Curriculum by Ms. Merrill
Ø Ms. Merrill gave a Power Point presentation covering the abstinence curriculum to be taught by the Arizona Youth Partnership staff and funded through the federal government. As her program progressed, she explained how she uses researched based information and up-to-date health information in her lessons.
Ø Mrs. Cothren noted that many states are refusing to accept the abstinence funding as they prefer that comprehensive sex education programs be taught to their students.
Ø Ms. Merrill explained that the preview materials that have been on public display are not the latest edition of the curriculum. Research for the program is an ongoing process and the curriculum is updated as needed.
Ø Ms. Merrill reiterated that the AYP staff will be the initial instructors. However, prior to next school year, they will be actively searching for a local person who can be trained as an instructor.
Ø Also, the ‘opt-in’ and opt-out’ options were discussed. Parents of 6-8 grade students must ‘opt-in’ in order for their child to receive the instruction. Parents of 9-12 graders must ‘opt-out’ to keep their child from taking the class.
C. Time provided for questions and comments from the public
Ø As a point of information, Mrs. Roe, stated that throughout the day on March 11, national television stations were reporting that 1 in 4 teens nationwide are infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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III. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ø Mr. Parenteau announced that a regular monthly meeting of the Governing Board will be held this evening, March 12, 2008, at 6:00 pm at the Williams High School Culinary Arts room.
IV. ADJOURNMENT
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to adjourn the hearing, second by Mrs. Cothren. Motion approved 3-0.
Ø Hearing adjourned at 9:20 am.
The vision of the Williams Unified School District is to place each child in the best position
to succeed intellectually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially
A Regular Meeting of the Williams Unified School District No. 2 Governing Board was held at 6:00 pm on the above date at the Williams High School Culinary Arts room. Roll call:
Board Members: Albert Parenteau, President-absent Administration: Dr. Thomas McCraley, Superintendent
Janet Cothren, member Steve Hudgens, Principal
David Nenne, member-arrived at 6:20 pm Gary Berger, Special Education Director Ron Stilwell, member District Staff: Brenda Gebler, Bus. Manager Becky Nelson, member Kathie Schulte, Board Secretary
Additional Staff and guests: 61
ELECTION OF ACTING PRESIDENT:
Ø Dr. McCraley asked for nomination for member to preside over the meeting due to the absence of Mr. Parenteau.
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to nominate Mrs. Cothren, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 3-0.
Ø Mrs. Cothren to preside over the meeting
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
I. OPENING ITEMS
Ø Mrs. Cothren called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance
Ø Mrs. Cothren asked to reorder the agenda as follows: Move Discussion Item C and Action Item A 3-c after Board Highlights.
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to adopt the agenda as reordered, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 3-0.
II. BOARD HIGHLIGHTS
A. Student recognition:
1. Williams High School Students of the Month
Ø Mr. Steve Hudgens, WHS principal introduced Ms. Salina Verser as Student of the Month for January 2008 and Ms. Bristol Jensen as Student of the Month for February 2008.
Ø He congratulated both young ladies for their personal characteristics and achievements that led to the receipt of this award.
2. Williams Middle School boys basketball team presented by Ms. Deniz Chavez
Ø Ms. Deniz Chavez introduced, thanked and congratulated her volunteer coaches for their outstanding work with the 6th, 7th and 8th grade boys that led to an undefeated season. The volunteers are Melvin Berry, Edgar Brown, Jeff Brownlee and Mike Schulte. She also presented and congratulated the team members who were present. She noted that they all did a remarkable job and that these young men will be an asset to the athletic program when they reach high school.
3. Williams Middle School Band members qualifying for the Regional All Star Band presented by Mr. Scott Grimes
Ø Mr. Nathan Laatz, band volunteer, acting on behalf of Mr. Grimes, reported to the Board that 23 students tried out and 16 students qualified for the All Star Band, with three receiving first chair honors. All of the students did an outstanding job at the tryouts. He introduced the students who were present.
III. REPORTS
A. Superintendent
1. Summary of current events
Ø Dr. McCraley reported that he attended a meeting of the Rural Schools Insurance Benefit Trust in Prescott earlier in the day. He received good news about the district loss ration for the year. He indicated that several insurance proposals may be provided for our district this year. He is hopeful that he will have good news about insurance rates to report to the Board and staff in the near future. He will attend another meeting on March 31, along with Ms. Gebler.
B. Governing Board
C. Other Reports
1. Elementary/Middle School Principal’s Report
2. High School Principal’s Report
3. Special Education Director’s Report
4. Federal and State Programs Director’s Report
5. CTE Director’s Report
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6. Technology Director’s Report
7. Transportation Director’s Report
8. Maintenance Supervisor’s Report
9. Community Learning Center Director’s Report
a. SOAR Report
b. Family/Community Outreach Report
c. Strategic Prevention Report
d. Community Prevention Report
10. District Data Coordinator’s Report
11. District Testing Coordinator’s Report
12. CAVIAT
13. Nurse’s Report
14. Business Manager’s Report
IV. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
Visitors are provided time to make statements to the Board. Those wishing to do so please complete a “Request to Address the Board” form and return it to the Board President. Statements should be limited to no more than 5 minutes. Please keep in mind that the Board cannot take action on comments, questions, or concerns at this time.
Ø No call received.
V. *CONSENT AGENDA
Note: All or individual items may be pulled from the consent agenda and discussed individually.
Ø Motion by Mr. Stilwell to approve the Consent Agenda with the Exception of D 2-c, second by Mrs. Nelson. Motion approved 4-0.
A. *Approve Minutes:
1. February 13, 2008 Regular Meeting
2. February 26, 2008 Executive Session
3. February 26, 2008 Special Meeting
4. February 13, 2008 Executive Session
B. *District Financial Reports:
1. District Financial report
2. Tax Credit Fees report
3. Lunch report
4. WEMS Activity/Auxiliary Fund for January 2008 (reconciled)
5. WHS Activity/Auxiliary Fund for January 2008 (reconciled)
C. *Consideration to Ratify Vouchers:
Payroll #16..........$175,408.42 Expense #8031…..$68,216.26 Expense #8034….$37,649.18
Payroll #17.......... 180,271.15 Expense #8032….. 37,420.71 Expense #8035… 10,547.12
Payroll #18…….. 179,461.56 Expense #8033…. 410.00 Expense #8036… 37,900.29
D. *Consideration to approve personnel issues:
1. resignation:
a. Cindy Honeycutt, special education paraprofessional
b. Joan Hughes, State and Federal Programs Coordinator
2. employment:
a. Cheryl Broumley, substitute bus driver
b. Nathan Laatz, substitute teacher
c. EXCEPTION district business manager (name to be available prior to the meeting)
d. Mona Martinez, pre-school aide
3. extra-duty assignments:
a. Chris Mills, WEMS Odyssey of the Mind
E. *Consideration to approve Grant Applications:
a. Drug Free Communities Continuation Grant
F. *Consideration to approve overnight travel for students:
a. Mrs. Chris Mills, Ms. Shannon Rockwood and students to Tucson, Arizona on April 4-5, 2008 to
participate in the Odyssey of the Mind State Competition
EXCEPTION
D. *Consideration to approve personnel issues:
2. employment:
c. district business manager (name to be available prior to the meeting)
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to approve employment of John Livingston as District Business Manager, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 4-0.
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VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion and consideration to:
1. accept and acknowledge donations:
a. Williams Elementary Middle School
-Staples, Flagstaff – large box full of pens, pencils and other writing instruments
-Donation of paper:
-Barbara Parenteau
-Donny Bridges
-Williams Fire Department
-Anonymous
-WEMS PTSA, monetary donation for Character Counts Assembly
b. Williams High School:
-Beth Britton, monetary donation to FBLA
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to accept and acknowledge donations as listed, second by Mr. Nenne. Motion approved 4-0.
2. approve three new certified teaching positions for the 2008-09 school year to comply with the
guidelines of the Structured English Immersion (SEI) Program mandated by the State of Arizona
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to approve positions, second by Mr. Nenne.
Ø Discussion: Dr. McCraley stated that these three positions will not be filled unless funding is provided by the state.
Ø Mr. Berger noted that we must be ready to comply with the state mandate for SEI.
Ø Motion approved 4-0.
3. review workers’ compensation carrier contract and consider/approve move to another company
Ø No action taken on the item.
4. adopt Abstinence Education Curriculum for grades 6-12 offered by Arizona Youth Partnership, with initial
instruction presented to students in grades 7-9.
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to adopt curriculum, second by Mr. Stilwell.
Ø Discussion: Ms. Britton and Ms. Merrill, AYP staff member, retraced the steps in the process of bringing this item to the Board for adoption.
- An Advisory Committee was appointed to review the curriculum and make a
recommendation to the Board.
- The committee provided information for both school Site Councils. Each Council
submitted a letter of support for the program.
- Upon receiving a recommendation from the Advisory Committee, the Board scheduled
two public hearings, one on March 11 at 6:30 pm and one on March 12 at 8:30 am.
- Although the Public Hearings did not generate a large turnout of parents, those present
did express concerns, ask questions and offer thanks that the program is being
considered. Ms. Merrill, Arizona Youth Partnership, sponsor of the program, provided
answers for questions/concerns. Some of those questions/concerns are as follows:
- How would the instructor respond if asked an extremely pointed question
concerning condoms?
- Disappointment that the curriculum does not provided for the instructor to tell
students, who believe they might have an STD, that they should talk to their
parent and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
- Concern that jumping into abstinence instruction might be confusing for
students who may not even know what ‘sex’ is. Upper elementary students
have instruction in health, which covers issues up to, but not necessarily
including, the explanation of sexual intercourse.
- Concern that some of the lessons appear to be judgmental and might impose values on students that may or may not be shared by parents.
Ø No strong objections to the program were raised at either of the Public Hearings.
Ø Ms. Merrill further explained that there are phases of the instruction that will need to be reviewed with the administration and teachers to determine how and if it will be presented to students. The curriculum is flexible and can be adjusted to meet the needs at any grade level.
Ø The Site Councils requested that the curriculum be reviewed yearly.
Ø Board members requested that a policy regulation be developed to address the review process in the following areas:
· who will review and make decisions on curriculum:
o administrators
o teachers
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o each site council or combined site councils
o all of the above
· will changes be recommended to the Board for approval
Ø Mrs. Cothren, on behalf of the Board, expressed appreciation to Mrs. Roe and the Advisory Committee members for their work on this issue.
Ø Motion approved 4-0.
5. approve dates and times of future meetings:
a. regular monthly meeting at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, April 9, 2008
b. special meeting/work session, if needed, at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to approved meeting dates and times as listed, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 4-0.
VII. DISCUSSION
A. Review and discuss ASBA Policy Advisory #300 – IHB – Special Instructional Programs
-Presented by Mr. Gary Berger
Ø Mr. Berger explained that ASBA has done a very thorough job of bring this policy into compliance with IDEA 04. Although the policy increases the amount of data that must be collected, he found it easy to work with. The policy is very pro-active in dealing with discipline issues for special education students. Many of the requirements of the policy are already in place. He recommended that the Board move to adopt this policy.
Ø Mrs. Cothren noted that this will be considered the first reading of Policy IHB – Special Instructional Programs. She requested that it be brought back to the Board at the next meeting for action.
B. Review and discuss ASBA Policy Advisory #301 – GCCC – Prof/Support Staff Leaves of Absence Without Pay
JR – Student Records
Ø Mrs. Cothren stated that Policy GCCC deals with the addition of information concerning use of Family Medical Leave for situations involving military service and/or for care of those with combat related injuries.
Ø Policy JR involves modifications to the citations in the policy and regulation.
Ø Mrs. Cothren asked that this be considered the first reading and that these policies be brought back to the Board at the next meeting for action.
C. Receive and discuss recommendations from the Calendar Committee for 2008-09 school year
- Presented by Ms. Deniz Chavez
Ø Ms. Chavez, representing the Calendar Committee, presented three options for the 2008-09 calendar. Option 1 closely follows the 2007-08 calendar; Option 2 has an opening day of school on Monday; Option 3 has the start of school one week later than either of the others. She reported that the staff voted overwhelmingly for Option 1.
Ø Board members expressed concern over the fact that Options 2 and 3 have a limited number of days available for weather related closures. Option 1 has several more days specified for weather so to give a cushion in case of another year of heavy snow.
Ø Mrs. Cothren stated that this would be considered a first review of the calendar options and that the Board will take action at the next meeting.
D. Review and discuss revision to Policy GCCG – Professional/Support Staff Leaving Sharing that was previously
presented to the Board for consideration.
Ø Mrs. Cothren responded to new information concerning the leave sharing policy. Legal counsel revised the proposed policy to remove any reference to sick leave, referring only to leave instead.
Ø Mrs. Cothren believes that the policy does need an administrative regulation to make it easier for staff to under the entire process of requesting/receiving donated leave. She is concerned that if an employee requests leave and nothing is donated, the employee might construe the lack of donation as discrimination. Mrs. Cothren will confer with legal council regarding this issue.
Ø Members were reminded that this is a voluntary program and no one is required to donate leave. Requests and donations are to be kept in strict confidence.
Ø Request that this issue be brought back to the Board at the next meeting for additional review.
VIII EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. The Governing Board may vote to enter into Executive Session pursuant to ARS 38-431.03 (A)(1) to discuss personnel issues.
1. Business Manager responsibilities, salary and benefits
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to enter Executive Session, second by Mr. Nenne. Motion approved 4-0.
Ø Into Executive Session at 7:23 pm
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to return to Open Session, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 4-0.
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Ø Back to Open Session at 7:52 pm
IX. MEETING SUMMARY
Ø Thank you letters to be sent to those donating or resigning from the District.
Ø These items to be placed on March 25, 2008 agenda for further review or action:
· 2008-09 school calendar options
· Policy Advisory #300 Policy IHB-Special Instructional Programs
· Policy Advisory #310 Policy GCCC – Prof/Support Staff Leaves of Absence wo/ Pay
JR – Student Records
· Proposed revision to Policy GCCG-Professional/Support Staff Leaving Sharing
· Regulations for Policy GCCG and Policy IHAMB
X. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ø Spring Break will be the week of March 17, 2008. Many 12 month employees will work a portion of the week. The District Office will be open everyday except for Wednesday, March 19, 2008
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to adjourn the meeting, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 4-0.
Ø Meeting adjourned at 7:57 pm
The vision of the Williams Unified School District is to place each child in the best position
to succeed intellectually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially
A Public Hearing of the Williams Unified School District No. 2 Governing Board was held at 6:00 pm on the above date at the Williams Elementary Middle School Auditorium. Board members present: Mr. Parenteau, Mrs. Cothren and Mrs. Nelson. Mr. Stilwell and Mr. Nenne were absent. Also present: Board Secretary, Patricia Merrill and Lori Malangone from AYP, and several staff and community members.
GOVERNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
I. OPENING ITEMS
Ø Mr. Parenteau called the hearing to order at 6:10 pm and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to adopt the agenda as presented, second by Mrs. Nelson. Motion approved 3-0.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. This Public Hearing of the WUSD Governing Board, held pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code Section R7-2-303(A), is for the purpose of receiving public input concerning the proposed sex education abstinence curriculum.
1. Opening Comments: Mr. Albert Parenteau, Board President
Ø Mr. Parenteau recognized and thanked the members of the Sex Education Curriculum Advisory Committee for their participation on the committee and for their work in reviewing the abstinence curriculum. The committee members are: Sandy Roe, Chairperson; Nell Brown, Ladena Dennison, Doris Ann Mertz, Donny Bridges, Jaren Hudgens, Dixit Patel, Theresa Chavez, DeNene Pace, and ex-officio members Janet Cothren and Dr. McCraley.
Ø Mrs. Cothren explained that as committee members reviewed the curriculum materials, they kept in mind the guidelines set forth in District Policy. A main effort of the committee was to determine if the curriculum meets those guidelines. They felt, that indeed, the guidelines are met.
B. Ms. Sandy Roe, Advisory Committee Chair
1. Review of recommendation to the Board from the Sex Education Ad Hoc Advisory Committee
Ø Mrs. Roe presented additional information from the Committee. She noted that the group was careful to take into consideration the various cultural beliefs present in the community. They concluded that the curriculum would be a good first step to introducing Sex Education class for WUSD students. To that end, the committee presented a letter to the Governing Board recommending that the abstinence curriculum be approved for grades 6-12, with initial instruction to begin with 7-9 students.
Ø As a point of information, Mrs. Roe stated that earlier in the day, several national news stations reported that currently 1 in 4 teens nationwide has a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
2. Comments from the WHS and WEMS Site Councils regarding the Abstinence Program
Ø Mrs. Roe reported that the curriculum was presented to both the WEMS and WHS Site Councils. Each group provided a position letter on the issue. Mrs. Roe read the letter from the WHS Council and Ms. Kali Kaliche read for the WEMS Council.
3. Introduction of Ms. Patricia Merrill from the Arizona Youth Partnership
Ø Mrs. Roe introduced Ms. Merrill and Ms. Lori Malangone.
a. Presentation of Abstinence Curriculum by Ms. Merrill
Ø Ms. Merrill gave a Power Point overview of the program, which included statistics from many sources concerning teen sexual activity and teen pregnancy. As the program progressed she explained how she teaches the program, which relies on researched based and up-to-date health information.
C. Time provided for questions and comments from the public
Ø Mr. David Miggins, WEMS Site Council Chair and parent, asked how the instructor would respond if asked an extremely pointed question concerning condoms. Ms. Merrill responded that the answer would depend on the age of the child. Some questions she would answer straightforward, other she would suggest that the child consult with a parent. She also noted that there are several subject areas in the curriculum on which she will consult with the school administration and ask for their direction; do they want it taught or not.
Ø Ms. Kali Kalechi, WEMS Site Council member, stated that she was disappointed that the curriculum did not provided for the instructor to tell students, who believe they might have an STD, that they should talk to their parent and seek medical attention as soon as possible. Ms. Merrill responded that
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the curriculum is only a guideline and she does include that advice to students, although it is not
specifically mentioned in the book.
Ø Mrs. Natalie Mann, kindergarten teacher and parent, is concerned that jumping into abstinence instruction might be confusing for students who may not even know what ‘sex’ is. Upper elementary students have instruction in health, which covers issues up to, but not including, the explanation of sexual intercourse.
Ø Ms. Allen, a grandparent and great grandparent, expressed appreciation that this concept is going to be considered for adoption by the Board. She feels it is worthwhile and she supports the program completely.
III. ANNOUNCEMENTS
IV. ADJOURNMENT
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to adjourn the hearing, second by Mrs. Cothren. Motion approved 3-0.
Ø Hearing adjourned at 7:13 pm.
The vision of the Williams Unified School District is to place each child in the best position
to succeed intellectually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially
A Special Meeting of the Williams Unified School District No. 2 Governing Board was held at 5:30 p.m. on the above date at the Williams High School Culinary Arts Classroom. Board members present: Mr. Parenteau, Mr. Nenne, Mrs. Cothren, Mrs. Nelson and Mr. Stilwell. Also present: Dr. McCraley, Mr. Hudgens, Ms. Gillespie, Ms. Gebler, and Mrs. Schulte.
SPECIAL MEETING
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
I. OPENING ITEMS
Ø Mr. Parenteau called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ø Motion by Mr. Stilwell to adopt the agenda as presented, second by Mr. Nenne. Motion approved 5-0.
II. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion and consideration to:
1. approve out of state travel for Mr. Grimes and band students to California on May 8-9, 2008 to visit
Disneyland
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to approve out of state travel, second by Mrs. Cothren.
Ø Mrs. Cothren asked that the dates listed for the trip be corrected. The actual dates are May 9 and 10, 2008
Ø Motion approved 5-0.
2. approve employment of Betty Ferrier as a special education paraprofessional to work in the primary grades
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to approve employment, second by Mrs. Nelson. Motion approved 5-0.
3. approve employment of maintenance worker
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to approve employment of Charles Marker as a maintenance worker, second by Mrs. Nelson. Motion approved 5-0.
4. approve employment of bus driver (name to be available prior to the meeting)
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to approve employment of Sandy Forbis as a bus driver, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 5-0.
5. approve Crystal Gonzales as a volunteer coach for Williams Middle School volleyball
Ø Motion by Mr. Stilwell to approve Crystal Gonzales as a volunteer coach, second by Mrs. Nelson. Motion approved 5-0.
6. approve signing of Amendment to Contract with Maximus for Administrative Claiming for Medicaid Reimbursement
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to approve the amendment, second by Mr. Nenne.
Ø Discussion: Ms. Gebler and Dr. McCraley expressed concern about the amendment from Maximus, as its purpose is to increase their costs for MAC (Medicaid Administrative Claiming). As it is now, their rates continue to increase, while the level of reimbursement for MAC has declined significantly. At present the district is awaiting reimbursement for MAC for the second, third and fourth quarters of 2007. A recommendation was presented that, at a future time, the Board consider sending a letter to Maximus asking to be released from the MAC portion of the contract.
Ø Current motion approved 5-0.
7. adopt policies:
- GCF – Professional Staff Hiring
- GDF – Support Staff Hiring
- DKA – Payroll Procedures/Schedules
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to adopt policy GCF, second by Mr. Nenne. Motion approved 5-0.
Ø Motion by Mrs. Cothren to adopt policy GDF, second by Mr. Nenne. Motion approved 5-0.
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to adopt policy DKA, second by Mr. Parenteau. Motion approved 5-0.
III. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A. The Governing Board may vote to enter into Executive Session pursuant to ARS 38-431.03 (A)(1) to:
1. discuss/consider employment applications for the position of Superintendent
2.
February 26, 2008
Ø Motion by Mrs. Nelson to move to Executive Session, second by Mr. Stilwell. Motion approved 5-0.
Ø The Board moved to Executive Session at 5:45 pm.
B. Return to Open Session
Ø Motion by Mr. Nenne to return to Open Session, second by Mrs. Cothren. Motion approved 5-0.
Ø The Board returned to Open Session at 7:00 pm.
IV. ANNOUNCEMENT
A. School will be in ses