Hillsboro Community School District 3 Board of Education met Oct. 10.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
1) A regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order by President Matt Lentz, at the Hillsboro Unit Office at 7:00 p.m. The following board members were present: Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Kassie Greenwood was absent.
2) Agenda Item 2.0. Good News Reports
Junior High Principal VanGiesen reported that for the second year in a row the junior high girls' softball team are regional champs. The first two years of the program have had a great start.
Board Member Brian Patton praised all the work that is going into running the concession stand at football games. Kendra McSperritt and Kassie Greenwood with the help of others do a wonderful job.
3) Agenda Item 3.0 Consent Agenda
3.1 Approval of Regular Session Minutes from September 12, 2023
President Lentz asked for additions or corrections to the September 12, 2023
Regular Meeting Minutes. There were none.
3.2 Approval of Executive Session Minutes from September 20, 2023
President Lentz asked for additions or corrections to the September 20, 2023,
Special Meeting Minutes. There were none.
3.3 Review and Approval of Payables
President Lentz asked for questions or comments. There were none.
3.4 Financial Report
President Lentz asked for questions or comments. There were none.
Consent Agenda Vote.
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the consent agenda as presented. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
4) Agenda Item 4.0 Recognition of Audience
Sara Duff addressed the board with the concern of reported underage drinking at the homecoming dance. Superintendent Powell will look into the issue.
5) Agenda Item 5.0 Old Business
5.1 Discussion of Memorials on District Campuses
Discussion continued from last month. Superintendent Powell received feedback from other districts. Most districts do not allow memorials or they have a policy in place that memorials must be approved by the board.
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by Brian Patton to discontinue the practice of having memorials on district campuses; memorials currently on district property will be grandfathered in. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
6) Agenda Item 6.0 New Business
6.1 Consideration of Joint Agreement with OKAW Area Vocational Center
Curriculum Director Hope McBrain shared the courses currently available through OKAW. Currently offered at the Hillsboro location is Culinary Arts I and II, Building Trades I and II and Basic Nursing Assisting. Currently offered at the Vandalia location is Auto Mechanics, Power Mechanics and Power Sports. Superintendent Powell reviewed the OKAW Agreement with the board and is recommending renewal.
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the Joint Agreement with OKAW Area Vocational Center. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
6.2 First Reading of Policy Revision Recommendations from PRESS
Superintendent Powell presented the policy recommendations for PRESS Issues 111 and 112. Most important change in Issue 111 is Faiths Law which has already been implemented. Item will be placed on the November agenda for approval.
6.3 Review of Bullying Policy
Superintendent Powell reviewed Policy 7:180 with the school board and is recommending approval. Administration each informed the board on the amount of bullying reports and punishments being implemented in their building.
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve Bullying Policy 7:180. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
7) 7.0 Communication
There was none.
8) Agenda Item 8.0 Executive Session
Motion made by Nathan Kirby and seconded by John Lentz to move into Executive Session at 7:44 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 John Lentz to move out of Executive session at 8:19 p.m. Voice Vote. Motion carried.
9) Agenda Item 9.0 Action Items Resulting from Executive Session
9.1 Acceptance of Letter of Retirement from Custodian
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the retirement of custodian Jon Osborn effective 1/5/2024. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.2 Acceptance of Resignation from Custodian
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the resignation of custodian Nathan Wolf effective immediately. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.3 Acceptance of Letter of Resignation from Licensed Teacher
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the resignation of Zach Wygal effective 10/15/2023. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.4 Acceptance of Letter of Resignation from Bus Aide
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the resignation of Tiffany Altevogt effective immediately. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.5 Employment of Food Service Worker
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of food service worker Jeana Thomas. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby.
Motion carried 6-0.
9.6 Employment of Teaching Assistant
No action taken.
9.7 Employment of Freshman Basketball Coach
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of Nathan Potts as Boys Freshman Basketball Coach. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness and Nathan Kirby. Mike Cerutti voted no. Motion carried 5-1.
9.8 Employment of Boys Tennis Coach
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve the employment of Joe Mattson as Boys Tennis Coach. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
9.9 Approval of Volunteer Cheer Coach
Motion made by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to approve AbbyJo Chambers as Volunteer Cheer Coach. On roll call the following voted yes:. Matt Lentz, Brian Patton, John Lentz, Blake Furness, Mike Cerutti, and Nathan Kirby. Motion carried 6-0.
10) Agenda Item 10.0 Adjournment.
Motion by Nathan Kirby, seconded by John Lentz to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 p.m. Voice vote. Motion carried.
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