REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

POLK COUNTY DISTRICT 19

OSCEOLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

APRIL 14, 2008

 

 

1. In accord with notice (posted in at least three locations in the community and publication in the Polk County News), the Osceola Board of Education met in regular session Monday, April 14, 2008, at the Osceola Middle/High School Media Center.   President Sterup called the meeting to order at 5:32PM and informed those in attendance that a current copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the wall of the meeting room and directed the public to its location.

 

2. Roll call:  Sterup, Schleif, Roberts, Neujahr, Gustafson and Kropatsch present.  Also present were Superintendent Schroeder, Principal Howerter, Principal Arasmith, Debra Berry, and three staff members.

 

3.  No members were absent.

 

4. Motion by Schleif, second by Gustafson, to approve the March 10, 2008, regular meeting minutes.  Motion carried 6-0-0. 

 

5.  Motion by Roberts, second by Kropatsch, to approve general fund claims in the amount of  $220,517.13. Motion carried 6-0-0. 

 

6.  Motion by Neujahr, second by Kropatsch, to approve general fund claim to Gary’s Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $135.67.  Motion carried 4-0-2.  Gustafson and Schleif abstained.

 

7.  Motion by Schleif, second by Neujahr, to approve depreciation/equipment claim to Mid State School Bus, Inc. in the amount of  $25,483.13 pending that repairs to school busses are to Superintendent Schroeder’s satisfaction.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  

 

8.  Motion by Gustafson, second by Roberts, to approve treasurer’s report.  Motion carried 6-0-0.    

 

9.  Action Items:

a. Motion by Neujahr, second by Gustafson, to approve annual contract with Grand Island Physical Therapy and Sports Clinic for services for the 2008-09 school year.  Motion carried 5-0-1.  Sterup abstained.

 

b.  Motion by Schleif, second by Roberts, to approve 403b resolution as negotiated by Superintendent Schroeder.  Motion carried 6-0-0.

 

c.  Motion by Roberts, second by Kropatsch, to approve catastrophic insurance for the 2008-09 school year.  Motion carried 6-0-0.

 

d.  Motion by Neujahr, second by Gustafson, to approve implementation of “Teammates.”

Motion carried 6-0-0.

 

e.  Motion by Roberts, second by Schleif, to go into executive session until the finish of business for the discussion of renewal of teacher contracts for the 2008-09 school year. Motion carried 6-0-0.  Neujahr, Gustafson, Sterup, Kropatsch, Schleif and Roberts voted yes.

 

President Sterup repeated that a motion was made by Roberts, second by Schleif, to go into executive session until the finish of business for the discussion of renewal of teacher contracts for the 2008-09 school year. Motion carried 6-0-0.  Neujahr, Gustafson, Sterup, Kropatsch, Schleif and Roberts voted yes.  Time: 6:13PM.

 

Motion by Neujahr, second by Roberts, to come out of executive session.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  Time: 8:05PM.

 

Motion by Gustafson, second by Schleif, to renew teacher contracts for the 2008-09 school year as suggested by the administration.  Motion carried 6-0-0.

 

10.  Reports:

a. Principal/Activities Director report:

1. Elementary Principal’s report:  Principal Howerter gave her report about NWEA testing to be completed by April 14th, Kindergarten round-up, GORT and DIBLES testing, school improvement and staff in-service that was scheduled April 7th, and student teacher Kelsey Gabel’s last day is April 25th.  Thank you, Mrs. Gabel, for your time and efforts. 

 

2. Principal/Activities Director’s report:  Principal/Activities Director Arasmith gave his report about upcoming events, students named to All Academic NSAA for winter activities, 2008-09 school year MS/HS class schedule, students named to 2008 C8C Academic All Conference, college dual credit policy, 12:30 dismissal on Wednesday, May 7th, to host District Track, Craig Ford selected as new head wrestling coach, Jerry Caraway selected as new head girl’s basketball coach, prom/post prom, tornado drill that was scheduled April 9th, lock down drill, and Mr. Curtis Tomasevicz’s upcoming visit.  

 

b. Superintendent’s report:  Superintendent Schroeder gave his written report about insurance bids, legislative updates, HAL & NWEA, SCIP dollars for autism training, bus drivers meeting, and the NCLB audit results. 

 

11.  Discussion items:

a.  HVAC:  The rooftop units were discussed.  More information will be gathered as to what will be the most efficient and economical way to replace the units.

 

b.  Roof:  Local contractors will be invited for input on what options are the best for repairing or replacing the roof.

 

c.  Building and Grounds Committee walkthrough report:  Concrete work, carpeting and storage issues were addressed.

 

d.  Board retreat dates:  Superintendent Schroeder will try to schedule 2 Sunday evenings in June to meet with Marcia Herring from NASB.

 

e. Bussing:  Superintendent Schroeder will gather information from bus companies for the best deal on a bus.

 

f.  Vans:  Due to law changes, some of Osceola Public Schools’ vans will need to be replaced with smaller capacity vehicles.

 

g.  Wednesday nighT activity time:  After 6:30PM, no activities involving Osceola Public Schools’ students will be scheduled at Osceola Public Schools’ facilities.  However, no restrictions shall apply to participate at events scheduled and held by other school districts and/or state scheduled activities.

 

h.  Motion by Schleif, second by Roberts, to go into executive session until the finish of business for the discussion negotiations.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  Kropatsch, Gustafson, Sterup, Neujahr, Roberts and Schleif voted yes. 

 

President Sterup repeated that a motion was made by Schleif, second by Roberts, , to go into executive session until the finish of business for the discussion negotiations.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  Kropatsch, Gustafson, Sterup, Neujahr, Roberts and Schleif voted yes.  Time:  10:52PM.  

 

Motion by Roberts, second by Neujahr, to come out of executive session.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  Time:  11:59PM.

12.  Board Reports: 

a.  There were no board reports.

 

13.  Recognition of Visitors and Public Input:

a.  Mr. Craig Ford was present to answer questions about the wrestling program.

 

14.  Next Meeting Dates and Times:

a.  Regular meeting, May 12, 2008, 5:30PM, Osceola Middle/High School Media Center.

 

15.  Motion by Gustafson, second by Kropatsch, to adjourn.  Motion carried 6-0-0.  Time:  12:02PM.    

 

 

 

Debra D. Berry, Secretary