Hillsboro Community School District 3 Board of Education met July 12.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
1) A regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order by Vice-President Barbara Adams, at the
Hillsboro Unit Office at 7:00 p.m. The following board members were present: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. President Lentz was absent.
2) Agenda Item 2.0. Good News Reports
Supt Powell reported he spoke with Maintenance Director Fred Butler today all summer projects are on schedule and going well.
3) Agenda Item 3.0 Consent Agenda
3.1 Approval of Regular Session Minutes from June 14, 2022
Vice-President Adams asked for additions or corrections to the June 14, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes. There were none.
3.2 Approval of Executive Session Minutes from June 14, 2022
Vice-President Adams asked for additions or corrections to the June 14, 2022, Executive Session Meeting Minutes. There were none.
3.3 Approval of Policy Committee Meeting Minutes from June 29, 2022
Vice-President Adams asked for additions or corrections to the Policy Committee Meeting Minutes from June 29, 2022. There were none.
3.3 Review and Approval of Payables
Vice-President Adams asked for questions or comments. There were none.
3.4 Financial Report
Vice-President asked for questions or comments. There were none.
Consent Agenda Vote.
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Bryce Rupert to approve all items on the consent agenda as presented. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
4) Agenda Item 4.0 Recognition of the Audience
Mr. Jordan Clark addressed the board and thanked them for reviewing the student handbook and athletic code.
5) Agenda Item 5.0 Old Business
5.1 Discussion of High School Building Project
Tim Downen reported there is not much new information to present. Mr. Downen reviewed the previous slideshow with the board and the public. The board decided to table the matter to the regular scheduled August meeting when President Lentz will be present.
5.2 Discussion of Homeschool Student Participation in Extracurricular Programs
Supt Powell reported he has spoken with the district attorney and the policy as written would allow homeschool students to participate in athletics if the district will put the procedures in place to be sure we adhere to the regulations of the IHSA and IESA. There is not a final plan in place yet but is confident it can be in place by the beginning of the year.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to direct the superintendent to develop rules and procedures that would adhere to IHSA and IESA regulations and allow homeschool students that live in the district to participate in our competitive interscholastic programs. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
5.3 Discussion of Athletic Handbook Discipline Policy
Supt Powell reported there were a few handbook changes suggested at the Policy Committee meeting. The primary proposed change being that substance suspensions could be reduced by 50% if the student submits to a substance assessment and completes any recommended treatment.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Kassie Greenwood to approve the changes recommended by the Policy Committee as presented. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Bryce Rupert voted no. Motion carried 5-1.
5.4 Discussion of Fan Behavioral Expectations and Sportsmanship Program
Supt Powell stated the Policy Committee also looked at creating a position statement to encourage good sportsmanship and fan behavior while at sporting events. Board members want to be sure that administration will be enforcing this at events as well as the police department if necessary.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Kassie Greenwood to approve the position statement regarding fan behavioral expectations and sportsmanship program. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
6) Agenda Item 6.0 New Business
6.1 Consideration of District Consolidated Grant Plan
Curriculum Director Hope McBrain presented the breakdown of the Grant Plan.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Kassie Greenwood to approve the District Consolidated Grant Plan as presented. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
6.2 Establish Regular Monthly Meeting Dates for 2022-2023
Supt Powell presented the board with dates for both second Tuesday and second Wednesday meetings options.
Motion by Bryce Rupert, seconded by John Lentz to approve board meetings being held on the second Tuesday of the month. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
7) Agenda Item 7.0 Communication
There was none.
8) Agenda Item 8.0 Executive Session
Motion made by Nathan Kirby and seconded by Kassie Greenwood to move into Executive Session at 8:23 p.m. for the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. Voice vote. Motion carried.
Motion by Nathan Kirby and seconded by Kassie Greenwood to move out of Executive session at 9:00 p.m. Voice Vote. Motion carried.
9) Agenda Item 9.0 Action Items Resulting from Executive Session
9.1 Acceptance of Letter of Resignation from Licensed Teachers
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Bryce Rupert to approve the resignation of Nikki Murray and Amber Stoecklin. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.2 Acceptance of Letter of Resignation from Teachers Aide
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the resignation of teacher's aide Dana White. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.3 Employment of Licensed Teacher
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of Amy Gruner as Elementary Art Teacher. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.4 Employment of Teachers Aides
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of teacher's aide Mercedes Kuhl. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.5 Employment of Bus Mechanic
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of Stephen Traylor as Bus Mechanic. On roll call the following voted yes: Barb Adams, John Lentz, Bryce Rupert, Kassie Greenwood, Dan Tester and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
10) Agenda Item 10.0 Adjournment.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Bryce Rupert to adjourn the meeting at 9:01 p.m. Voice vote. Motion carried.
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