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REGULAR BOARD MEETING
DATE: November 8, 2010
A meeting of the Board of Education of Palmyra ǸԹ Public Schools was convened in open and public session on Monday, November 8, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. in the Library at the Palmyra ǸԹ Public Schools 425 F Street Palmyra, Nebraska. The roll was called and the following Board members were present or absent:
Present: Members present: Jaimi Calfee, Mark Clem, Clayton Maahs, Mike Powers and Kevin Schroder and Lori Bruss.
School Administrators present: Superintendent Robert Hanger, Elementary Principal Steve Robb, Secondary Principal David Bottrell.
Also present: Larry Royal, Doug Church, Darl Nauman, Cristy Joy, and Stacy Dowding.
Notice of the meeting was given in advance by publication and/or posting in accordance with the Board approved method for giving notice of meetings. Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education. The Secretary of the Board maintains a list of the media requesting notification of meetings and advance notification to the listed media of the time and place of the meeting and the subjects to be discussed at this meeting was provided. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the publicized notice and a current copy of the Agenda was maintained as stated in the publicized notice. All proceedings of the Board of Education, except as may be hereinafter noted, were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public.
Meeting called to order by Board of Education President Clayton Maahs at 7:35.
Announcement of Open Meetings Act Posting:
At the beginning of this meeting, the Chair announced and informed the public that a current copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the South wall of the meeting room.
Motion by Calfee, seconded by Clem to approve all items on the consent agenda including minutes of the last meeting, claims and financial reports. After discussion and roll call vote:
$48,647.30 GENERAL FUND CLAIMS
$328,665.80 PAYROLL
Voting Yes: Bruss, Calfee, Clem, Maahs, Powers, Schroder
Voting No: None
Motion Passed: 6-0
Scheduled Audiences:
Ayars and Ayars presented information related to the replacement of the heating and cooling system in Bennet Elementary including the price for a study not to exceed $14,960. The study will include Staff input, HVAC concepts, Code Study, Cost Estimates, and Results and Document Presentation.
Unscheduled Audiences: None
E. Action Items
1. Motion by Bruss, seconded by Schroder to amend Board Policy 611.08 on second reading as presented.
Voting Yes: Bruss, Calfee, Clem, Maahs, Powers, Schroder
Voting No: None
Motion Passed: 6-0
2. Motion by Powers, seconded by Clem to accept the proposal by Ayars and Ayars to conduct the study for replacement of the Bennet elementary heating and cooling system in order to recommend replacement and construction delivery options.
Voting Yes: Bruss, Calfee, Clem, Maahs, Powers, Schroder
Voting No: None
Motion Passed: 6-0
3. Motion by Calfee, seconded by Bruss to enter into executive session for the purpose of discussing the Superintendents performance evaluation and to prevent needless injury since an open forum was not requested at 8:40 p.m.
Voting Yes: Bruss, Calfee, Clem, Maahs, Powers, Schroder
Voting No: None
Motion Passed: 6-0
Motion by Schroder, seconded by Bruss to leave executive session at 10:16 p.m.
Voting Yes: Bruss, Calfee, Clem, Maahs, Powers, Schroder
Voting No: None
Motion Passed: 6-0
F. Discussion Items
1. The Board discussed options for a Spring retreat for the purpose of goal setting and strategic planning.
2. The Board reviewed the NASB conference schedule for November 18,19.
G. Communication None
H. Elementary Principals Report
Nov. 3, 2010
Elementary Boosters Fall Festival
The Elementary Fall Festival was a great success. We had a large crowd on hand. The parents and students enjoyed many activities, including crafts and pumpkin decorating in the cafeteria, tug-o-war, sack races, face painting, hayrack rides, a stunt bike exhibition by Karl Hinkley and many other activities. The stunt bikes and hayrack rides were a big hit. The Elementary Boosters provided free hot dogs, chips and drinks to all who attended. The weather for the evening was beautiful. Parents were able to enjoy activities with their families or sit around a campfire on hay bales and visit with each other.
A special thanks should go to Karl Hinkley and his group of helpers. They provided their stunt show for the festival free of charge. There was a lot of equipment to haul and set up and they just did an outstanding job with the show. Our kids and students were very impressed.
On a related note the boosters will be sponsoring an elementary skate night on November 11th at Skate Zone in Lincoln. Adults get in free, so come on out if you would like to skate!
State of the Schools Report
The Department of Education made the State of the Schools Report public recently. This report generates a lot of public interest in performance levels of the all schools in the state. I think anyone looking at the information for Palmyra/Bennet Schools would be impressed. We have met AYP in all areas at all grade levels for at least the second straight year. Check out the report at the following web site: HYPERLINK "http://www.education.ne.gov/"http://www.education.ne.gov/
More New Students
We have had two new enrollments at the elementary school this month. Mrs. Cheney said that we might have a few more preschool students that will be enrolling this month. I have a meeting with prospective parents next week who are looking at moving into our school district.
On the down side we have lost two students due to family relocation.
Veterans Day Plans
Again this year, we will be hosting area veterans for lunch on Veterans Day. We are in the process of sending out invitations members of the local Am. Legion this week. Deb Boell is planning a turkey dinner! We will have students making table arrangements and decorations for the cafeteria. Last years luncheon was a great success and we look for continued success this year. Board members are certainly welcome to come and join us that day also! Just give us a call by Tuesday and let us know so we can get you on the lunch count.
I. Secondary Principals Report
November 8, 2010
State of the Schools Report
ǸԹ K-12 instructional program accomplishments are available for your review at the following web site: HYPERLINK "http://www.education.ne.gov"http://www.education.ne.gov the report indicates a high level of achievement across the board as the district continues to meet and exceed State averages in almost every area of comparison including meeting AYP scores for the second straight year.
Veterans Day
Planned for Thursday, Nov. 11. PHS Panther Pause/Advisory will host a luncheon and an assembly program to honor Veterans, members of the military, and former members of the military from our area.
First Quarter Stats
First Quarter Honor Roll and Perfect Attendance. Excellent numbers, especially attendance.
J. Assistant Principal/Activities Director Report
October 28th - 7-12 Music Concert (150 in attendance)
November 11th - Veterans Day Recognition
November 22nd - Workshop for Public 7:00 p.m.
November 24th - Workshop for Students and Staff
One Act Schedule
November 17th ECNC Competition at The Lofte in Manley, Nebraska
November 19th - Home Performance 7:00 p.m.
November 23rd - One Act Workshop at Lincoln High School
November 30th - District Competition in Johnson, Nebraska
Winter Sports
November 8th, 9th, 11th - Conditioning
November 8th - Junior High Boys Practice Begins
November 15th - 1st day of organized practice for High School Sports
November 22nd - Malcolm at Palmyra Junior High Contest 4:00 p.m.
November 23rd - Nebraska Sports Hall of Fame Basketball Jamboree, Sterling at Palmyra 6:00 p.m.
December 2nd - High School Basketball at Southern (Wymore)
December 2nd - Palmyra Wrestling Quadrangular 6:00 p.m.
December 6th - Junior High Boys BB at Palmyra
December 7th - Varsity Girls and Boys BB in Palmyra 6:00 p.m.
Music
November 30th - Elementary Concerts in Palmyra Gymnasium
December 20th - 7-12 Concerts in Palmyra Gymnasium
K. Superintendents Report and Recommendations
1. Calendar change November 24, 1:30 p.m. dismissal in order to facilitate the presentation for students and staff related to issues surrounding bullying and texting. Each presentation will be 1 hour in length for middle grades (5-8) and secondary students (9-12) followed by staff at 2:00.
2. Parent informational meeting relating to bullying and texting will be held on November 22 at 7:00 p.m. for approximately 1 hour in the High School gym with Karen Haase from Harding and Shultz presenting.
3. Curriculum alignment work continues as the ESU 4 staff will be scheduled to present information for our staff in the subject areas of Math and Science on January 17th.
4. ARRA IDEA and ESEA funds must be spent this fiscal year or the district will forfeit the ability to utilize those federal dollars provided as part of the stimulus package. Currently the district is on track to expend those dollars in an approved manner by working with the Nebraska Department of Education.
5. ESU 4 staff development information for 2009-2010 attendees is included in your Board of Education packet. This information is a review of our participation for that fiscal year and as you can see we are well represented as a district in a variety of areas related to Professional Development.
6. Mr. Hanger thanked the Administrative Team and Staff for work beginning in several areas. Current initiatives under way include a review of several processes including curriculum development, technology, norm referenced assessments and an exploration of dual credit course opportunities.
L. Board of Education Development
1. State Conference November 17, 18, 19 in Omaha. I would need to know this evening if you are able to attend so that I can take care of registration materials. It is possible to register later but the fees go up with each week that passes.
2. New Board Member Workshops December 16 (Omaha)
Adjournment
The meeting was duly adjourned at10:17 oclock p.m. on November 8, 2010.
Next Board Meeting- December 13, 2010 At Palmyra High School 7:30 p.m.
This is a draft copy of the Board of Education minutes that does not become official until approved by the Board.
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