June 19, 2006
RICH TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 227
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
JUNE 19, 2006
MINUTES
The Board of Education of Rich Township High School District 227 met on Monday, June 19, 2006, in the Media Center at Rich Central High School, Olympia Fields, Illinois.
Mrs. Owens called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and asked everyone to stand for the pledge of allegiance. Following the pledge, Mrs. Owens requested a roll call.
Present: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Also Present: Mr. Hunigan, Mr. Hampton, Dr. McDonald, Mr. Wong, Mrs. Treichel, Mr. Macon, Ms. Crapps, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Reed, Ms. Bailey, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Mathiey, Ms. Cotton-Ramey, Ms. Morris, Ms. Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Walker, Ms. Chachakis, Mr. Chachakis, Ms. Gould, Ms. Holm, Ms. West, Ms. High, Mr. Marek, Mr. Veazey, Ms. Martin, Mr. Varnado, Dr. Leak, Mr. Ward, Mr. Hemingway, Ms. Gladney, Ms. Diggs, Ms. Sciacca, Mr. Volz, Ms. Smith, Ms. Saul, Ms. Jarrett, Ms. Echols, Dr. Kirkwood, Ms. Bona, Ms. Demchuk, Mr. Demchuk, Ms. Harger, Ms. Muhammad, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Franklin, Ms. Barnes, Ms. Hatchett.
Mrs. Owens asked if any citizens wished to be recognized during the public forum. There were none.
Recognition of PTSO Organizations
Mr. Hunigan called Mr. Macon forward to recognize the Rich Central PTSO. Mr. Macon asked the Executive Officers of the PTSO to come forward: Javonna Smith, Robin Moore, Tim Farr, Paula Farr, and Fred Veazey. He mentioned the numerous tasks the PTSO has accomplished over the past year, including college scholarships, recognition of teachers and staff, teacher/staff reception, appreciation cook out, and good luck phone calls to students.
Mr. Hunigan called Mr. Keeley forward to recognize the Rich East PTSO. Mr. Keeley asked Valerie Bona and Annette Demchuk, representing the Rich East PTSO, to come forward. He noted that the Rich East PTSO had been involved in selling spirit wear for scholarships, had worked the concession stands, the Spree dances, provided continental breakfast for the staff, breakfast to the graduating seniors and scholarships for summer camps and colleges.
Mr. Hunigan called Dr. Kirkwood forward to recognize the Rich South PTSO. Dr. Kirkwood asked Mr. Ward, Ms. Hughes Ms. Crapps, and Ms. Shakora, representing the Rich South PTSO, to come forward. He noted the Rich South PTSO had been involved in raising money for scholarships, the faculty breakfast, parent patrol group, increased parent/student/teacher
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participation at the campus, e-mail base for contacting parents, the principal’s honors banquets, and the GFS program to raise money.
Mr. Hunigan called Ms. Martin forward to recognize the Phoenix Campus PTSO. Ms. Martin asked Ms. Gladney to come forward. She read a tribute to Ms. Gladney, as PTSO president. Ms. Gladney and the Phoenix Campus PTSO had hosted a holiday party and dinner dance and had used the funds for scholarships for the students.
The PTSO officers received certificates of appreciation from the Board of Education.
At 7:50 p.m. Mrs. Norwood moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
(06-101) It is moved that the Board of Education go into closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, discipline, dismissal or compensation of an employee or officer.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-101 carried.
At 8:50 p.m. Mrs. Norwood moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
(06-102) It is moved that the Board of Education reconvene its regular meeting.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-102 carried.
Special Presentation
Mr. Daniels, Mr. Hopman and Mr. Keeley, Assistant Principals for Activities and Athletics, gave a presentation on the proposed 2.0 athletic/activity requirement.
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After discussion, Board members stated that they did not want any participation in activities or athletics by students who were making less than a 2.0 Grade Point Average. Mrs. Owens asked the administration to come back with a new proposal listing specifics and procedures for this policy.
Consent Agenda
Mrs. Owens noted the Board was withdrawing Item “K” from the consent agenda. She asked for a motion to approve the Consent Agenda minus Item “K”. Mr. Jasinevicius moved and Mrs. Moten seconded the following:
(06-103) It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda items as listed minus Item “K”.
A. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting and closed session of May 15, 2006, the Personnel Committee meeting of May 15, 2006; the Policy Committee and Personnel Committee (Open and Closed
Session) meetings of June 5, 2006; and the Special meeting of June 6, 2006, as distributed.
B. Approval of payroll and bills payable
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the payroll and bills payable dated June 19, 2006, as follows:
Payroll
Gross Payroll May 25, 2006 1,435,911.69
Gross Payroll June 8, 2006 1,406,079.16
Bills Payable
Education 1,080,448.08
Operation and Maintenance 180,704.62
Transportation 260,107.90
Tort 666.63
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Site & Construction 41,866.92
C. Approval of payroll and bills payable for the Career Preparation Network
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the payroll and bills payable dated June 19, 2006, for the Career Preparation Network as follows:
Payroll
Gross Payroll May 25, 2006 4,519.75
Gross Payroll June 8, 2006 4,519.75
Bills Payable
Education 244,467.77
D. Approval of classified and exempt personnel report
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the classified and exempt personnel report listing new hires, leaves of absences, promotions, resignations, retirements, terminations, and transfers, as presented by the Superintendent, provided all the requirements of the State of Illinois are met.
E. Approval of prevailing wage rates
Suggested Motion: It is moved that the Board of Education adopt the Resolution entitled “A Resolution Adopting the Prevailing Wage Rates for Laborers, Workmen and Mechanics Employed on Public Works of Rich Township High School District 227, Cook County, Illinois,” in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-48.
F. Acceptance of audit proposal for fiscal year 2005-2006
It is moved that the Board of Education accept the audit proposal dated May 12, 2006,and engage the services of certified public accountants McGladrey & Pullen, Mokena, Illinois, for the conduct of the District’s annual audit and related services for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2006, in an amount not to exceed $33,200, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-47.
G. Acceptance of donation
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It is moved that the Board of Education accept with gratitude the donation of $300.00 from the Olympia Fields Woman’s Club to assist in the District’s Snowball Program.
H. Approval of Illinois Association of School Boards annual dues
Suggested Motion: It is moved that the Board of Education approve the annual dues for 2006-2007 for the Illinois Association of School Boards.
I. Approval of foreign trips
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the foreign trip for Rich East’s French students to France during Spring Break 2007 and the foreign trip for Rich South’s history students to Greece during the summer of 2007.
J. Approval of administrative contract
Suggested Motion: It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Twelve Month Administrative Contract for Margurite Martin as the Director of Intervention and Prevention for District 227 beginning July 1, 2006, as attached.
L. Approval of administrative contract
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Twelve Month Administrative Contract for Marda Cotton-Ramey as the Director of Special Education for District 227 beginning July 1, 2006.
M. Approval of administrative contract
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Twelve Month Administrative Contract for Gregory Meyer as the Associate Principal at Rich East High School beginning July 1, 2006.
N. Approval of Agreement
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Agreement for Heidi S. Weekley as the Employee Assistance Coordinator for District 227 for 2006-2007.
O. Approval of new teaching contracts
It is moved that the Board of Education approve teaching contracts as follows:
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Full Time
Ronette Barnes Step 2, B.A. Lane Special Ed/East
Michael Curta Step 15, M.A. Lane Social Studies/Central
Yolandus Douglas Step 12, B.A. Lane Band/South
Jennifer Elzinga Step 1, B.A. Lane Social Studies/East
Mark Evans Step 13, M.A. Lane Applied Tech/East
Rodney Freeman Step 4, M.A. Lane Applied Tech/Central
Toya Jarrett Step 13, B.A. Lane Math/South
Robert Krawczyk Step 1, M.A. Lane Business/East
David Maravilla Step 6, B.A. Lane L.A./Central
Craig Marek Step 7, M.A. Lane P.E./Central
Joanne Mathieu Step 15, M.A. Lane L.A./East
Denise Morris Step 1, B.A.+15 Lane L.A./Central
Anjail Muhammad Step 1, M.A.+15 Lane Sp. Ed./South
Mark Reed Step 5, B.A. Lane Social Studies/East
Jessica Sciacca Step 1, B.A. Lane L.A./East
Corey Stallings Step 9, B.A. Lane P.E./Central
Andre Varnado Step 1, B.A.+15 Lane Social Studies/Central
Thomas Volz Step 1, B.A. Lane Math/East
Provided all the requirements of the State of Illinois and the North Central Association are met.
P. Approval of psychologist interns
It is moved that the Board of Education hire Karla Bass and Kimberly Driscoll as psychologist interns for the 2006-2007 school year and Angela Diggs as a psychologist intern for the first semester of the 2006-2007 school year.
Q. Approval of Maternity/Family Leave
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Maternity/Family Leave of Dr. Donna Simpson Leak from July 17, 2006, through September 11, 2006.
R. Approval of Leave of Absence
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Sick Leave, Family and Medical Leave and Parental Leave of Absence for Cynthia Morain from September 18, 2006, through the conclusion of the 2006-2007 school year.
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S. Approval of Unpaid Leave of Absence
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the
unpaid Leave of Absence for Paula Argue from August 14, 2006, through
November 30, 2006.
T. Approval of resignation
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the resignation of administrative staff member Dr. Sunni Ali effective July 1, 2006.
U. Approval of resignations
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the
resignations of certificated staff members Erika Buys, Karen Cash,
Whitney Covalle, Kathleen McBride, and Amanda Misch effective at the
conclusion of the 2005-2006 school year.
V. Approval of resignation
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the
resignation of exempt staff member Marcia Reed-Woodard effective
June 2, 2006.
W. Approval of retirements
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the
retirement of certificated staff members Marjorie Copen and Daniel Osika
effective at the conclusion of the 2005-2006 school year.
X. Approval of retirement
It is moved that the Board of Education approve the
retirement of certificated staff member Nick Katrichis effective
December 23, 2006.
Y. Authorization for a Supplemental June Bills Payable List for Career Preparation Network
It is moved that the Board of Education authorize the Director of Fiscal Services to prepare and the Township School Treasurer to issue checks for a supplementary June, 2006, Career Preparation Network bills payable list in an
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amount not to exceed $1200.00, that the same be reviewed by the Budget and Finance Committee Chairperson prior to disbursement, and the full Board at its July meeting, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-49.
Z. Authorization for a Supplemental June Bills Payable List for District 227
Tt is moved that the Board of Education authorize the Director of Fiscal Services to prepare and the Township School Treasurer to issue checks for a supplementary June, 2006, District 227 bills payable list in an amount not to exceed $600,000.00, that the same be reviewed by the Budget and Finance Committee Chairperson prior to disbursement and the full Board at its July meeting, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-50.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Abstain: Brunson
Motion 06-103 carried.
Financial Considerations
Mr. Hampton requested approval of the amended budget for 2005-2006. Mr. Jasinevicius
moved and Mr. Brunson seconded the following:
(06-104) It is moved that the Board of Education approve the Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 to be in compliance with the Limitation of Administrative Costs Worksheet (Section 17-1.5 of the School Code) in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-52.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-104 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested approval of Closed Circuit TV Camera Upgrades. Mrs. Norwood
moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
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(06-105) It is moved that the Board of Education approve Initial Electronics as the vendor for CCTV Camera Upgrades in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-55.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-105 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested approval of the purchase of NovaNET Software. Mrs. Brookins moved
and Mrs. Norwood seconded the following:
(06-106) It is moved that the Board of Education approve the purchase of NovaNET Software, in the amount of $273,354, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-53.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-106 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested approval of the Resolution Authorizing the Abatement of $22,000,000
from the Working Cash Fund to the Operations and Maintenance Fund. Mr. Jasinevicius moved
and Mr. Brunson seconded the following:
(06-107) It is moved that the Board of Education approve the “Resolution Authorizing the Abatement of $22,000,000 from the Working Cash Fund, to be transferred to the Operations and Maintenance Fund,” in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-54.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-107 carried.
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Mr. Hampton requested approval of the Enterprise Wireless Local Area Network. Mrs. Moten
moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
(06-108) It is moved that the Board of Education award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Sentinel Technologies, for the sum of $72,516.25, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-56.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-108 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested approval of lighting upgrades at Rich East High School. Mr.
Jasinevicius moved and Mrs. Norwood seconded the following:
(06-109) It is moved that the Board of Education award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Sentinel Technologies, for the sum of $72,516.25, in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-56.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Abstain: Jasinevicius
Motion 06-109 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested approval to hire contractors for Rich South and Rich East High Schools’
Summer Renovations. Mrs. Brookins moved and Mrs. Norwood seconded the following:
(06-110) It is moved that the Board of Education approve the “Hiring of Chicago Heights Construction Company, Amber Mechanical Contractors, Inc., and Glow Electric Company, for Summer Renovations of classrooms at Rich South and Rich East High Schools,” in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-57.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
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Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-110 carried.
Mr. Hampton requested the hiring of a project manager for summer renovations. Mr. Cohn
moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
(06-111) It is moved that the Board of Education “Approve the Hiring of Gilbane Construction for Summer Renovation” in accordance with Business Office Memorandum 06-59.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-111 carried.
Personnel Office Report
Dr. McDonald informed the Board that the reception for new staff is scheduled for September
18, 2006, at 6:15 p.m. She introduced all the new staff whose contracts were approved at the
meeting. Mrs. Owens welcomed the new staff to the District. Dr. McDonald noted that there
were currently 16 vacancies in the District. The District has received 15 resignations through
today.
Mrs. Brookins asked about exit surveys. Dr. McDonald noted that the number of exit surveys
will be included in the next Board packet
Mr. Cohn asked for a report on the seniority of the individuals leaving the District.
Committee Reports
Mrs. Norwood reported on the Policy Committee meeting of June 5, 2006. She noted that
the Policy Committee is updating the policy books. Another meeting has been scheduled
for June 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Media Center.
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Mr. Brunson reported on the Budget and Finance Committee meeting of June 14. He stated
that it looks as if the District will be in the black at the end of this fiscal year.
Mr. Cohn reported on the Technology Committee meeting of June 14. He noted that several
initiatives were presented, including an interactive web site, which will allow surveys to be
completed on the web. The Dashboard is to be up and running by August. There will be a
Master Calendar on the website. It will list all activities for the entire school year.
Mr. Jasinevicius reported on the Property Committee meeting held prior to the Board meeting.
He noted that Brazley and FGM had made visual presentations on construction projects which
are planned for the next few years.
Mr. Brunson noted that his proposal to the Resolutions Committee must be submitted by
Wednesday, June 21.
Report of the Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Wong reported on Summer School 2006. He noted there were 259 students enrolled, 161
used District transportation, 14 courses, and 14 teachers. He is hoping to break even with the
registration fees.
Mr. Cohn asked the Superintendent to break out driver’s education by itself for the Board’s
review.
Report of the Superintendent
Mr. Hunigan gave a report on mandatory meetings. He said that it was difficult this year to find
a place large enough to hold the meetings due to construction at all the campuses. The dates will
be available on the website by the end of the week.
Mr. Hunigan noted that he will be scheduling a meeting with the Community Relations and
Long-Range Planning Committee on the Foundation.
Mr. Hunigan reported on Graduation 2006. He said that from all accounts, graduation went well.
Next year, graduation will be held on May 19. Mr. Hunigan asked for Board members’
comments on graduation. He noted the principals would like to go back to the schools.
Mrs. Brookins stated that it was her opinion that graduation cannot be held in the schools.
She asked the administration to check out other areas.
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Mrs. Owens asked for a survey from parents, staff and community so the Board can have
input regarding graduation.
Mrs. Norwood stated she felt the schools were too crowded. She definitely does not want
to go back to the schools for graduation. As a parent, she was very satisfied with graduation.
Mr. Jasinevicius stated he felt graduation went very well. He was impressed with the
photographer.
Report of the President
Mrs. Owens reminded the Board that the next meeting would take place on July 17, 2006, at the
District Office, 20000 Governors Drive, Olympia Fields, IL.
Mrs. Owens reminded the Board that the Board Retreat would take place on August 5.
Recognition of Citizens
Ms. Javonna Smith was recognized. She spoke on the hiring of staff for the District.
Closed Session
Mrs. Owens requested a closed session. At 9:45 p.m. Mr. Jasinevicius moved and Mrs. Brookins
seconded the following:
(06-112) It is moved that the Board of Education go into closed session to discuss negotiations strategies and the appointment, employment, discipline, dismissal or compensation of an employee or officer.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-112 carried.
At 9:50 p.m. Mr. Jasinevicius moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
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(06-113) It is moved that the Board of Education reconvene its regular Board meeting.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-113 carried.
At 9:51 p.m. Mr. Jasinevicius moved and Mrs. Brookins seconded the following:
(06-114) It is moved that the Board of Education adjourn its regular meeting.
Results of the roll call vote were as follows:
Aye: Brookins, Brunson, Cohn, Jasinevicius, Moten, Norwood, Owens
Nay: None
Motion 06-114 carried.
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President Secretary