November Minutes / December Minutes / Special Meeting - Jan. 6 / January Minutes / February Minutes
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 Jeff Steinkraus - Secretary Jeff Steinkraus is serving his second year on the school board and is excited to be serving the community in this way. He is the Secretary for the school board for this coming year. He is also on the Personnel Committee and the Facilities Committee. He can be contacted any time with any concerns. |
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Board Meeting Minutes -- November, 2009
MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by President Johnson at 7:00 p.m. at Volinia Outcomes School BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Johnson, Nofsinger, Henry, Butchbaker, Tone, Brown, Steinkraus BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATORS PRESENT: Herron, Pauley, Bohan, McAndrew, Price MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: Minutes of the October 12th Regular Meeting were presented and approved. Motion by Henry supported by Nofsinger to accept the minutes as presented 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried ACCOUNTS: General fund accounts payable in the amount of $73,134.27 were presented for approval. Motion by Henry, supported by Tone to pay the bills as presented when funds become available. Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: Elementary Principal, Melinda Bohan reported that on November 11 in honor of Veterans Day the Elementary will be hosting a local veterans and presenting awards to them. The presentation will begin at 1:00pm . The students and staff have been busy preparing for parent/teacher conferences and the Mr. Potter will be presenting information on Title 1 during conferences. Phil McAndrew, Middle School Principal reported that the Middle School students just finished the first quarter and things went very well. The students are preparing for their annual leaf raking day on Friday and will be raking leaves for citizens in Marcellus. He also reported that 8 local hair stylists have volunteered to cut hair during the upcoming parent/teacher conferences and will be donating all of the profits back to the Middle School as a fundraising event. High School Principal, Nanette Pauley reported that the National Honor Society bought $600.00 worth of coats and boots to give to needy students in the school. Mrs. Pauley presented an award to the student of the month Melissa Reigle and congratulated her on being selected by her teachers for this month's award. Students and Staff at the high school are also busy preparing for upcoming parent/teacher conferences. She also reported that the students at Marcellus will be presenting a Student Showcase in April that will display student's art work and other talents. Don Price, Volinia School Principal reported the students from Volinia will be attending an etiquette seminar at the Cass County Council on Aging on Tuesday. He also reported that the school had a CTF onsite review for the CTF Grant and will be featured in the upcoming CTF newsletter. Al Shearer, Transportation and Maintenance Director reported that his staff has been busy keeping facilities clean and disinfected to help fight the H1N1 virus. He also reported that due to the funding of the State Aid he was able to have the busses inspected and they all passed inspection. Superintendent Ron Herron updated the board on the committee meetings. He reported that the Board Affairs Committee will be meeting with a Neola representative to update policies. The Finance Committee has been collecting and analyzing data as it relates to budget issues and the effects budget cuts will have. Mr. Herron has set up several meetings in the next week with the staff to allow them to share ideas and give input on the best way to reduce the budget and not affect the students. He also reported that a group of citizens, Paula Johnson and himself will be traveling to Lansing on Tuesday with a group called SOS (Save our Schools, Students, State) to voice their concerns over the budget cuts the state is proposing. They will be meeting with State Representative Matt Lori and sharing what has already been done to reduce costs within the district. He also said that he will be scheduling meeting with the community to discuss this issue. GUEST COMMENTS: Ross Porter representing MyWay wrestling wanted to publicly thank the Board for allowing them to use the Industrial Arts room as a wrestling room for practices. He also thank Al Shearer and his crew for their help in cleaning the building and getting it ready to use. Heather Merrill from Lewis Cass ISD presented the campaign “Think Michigan, Shop Michigan ” that the ISD is promoting. The campaign is intended to make people aware that shopping in Michigan will keep sales tax dollars in Michigan and that the State Aid Funding that schools get it funded through sales tax dollars. NEW BUSINESS: A motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to accept the resignation of Mark Hari as Girls Varsity Softball Coach. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Monthly Budget update was presented as informational. A motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to go into closed session for a student disciplinary hearing and for teacher negotiations update and to reconvene 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried The Board went into Closed Session at 7:30 pm The Board reconvened at 9:55 pm A motion by Henry, supported by Tone, that in lieu of expulsion, Student A be allowed to attend Volinia Outcomes School for the remainder of the year. 6 Ayes, 1 Nay, Motion Carried ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Nofsinger, supported by Tone to adjourn. All Ayes, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm Respectfully submitted, |
Board Meeting Minutes -- December, 2009
MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by President Johnson at 7:00 p.m. at the High School Library. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Johnson, Nofsinger, Henry, Butchbaker, Tone, Brown, Steinkraus BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATORS PRESENT: Herron, Pauley, Bohan, McAndrew, Price MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: Minutes of the November 9th Regular Meeting were presented and approved. Motion by Henry supported by Tone to accept the minutes as presented 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried ACCOUNTS 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: Mindy Bohan, Elementary Principal reported that the elementary had a wonderful response to the Wildcat Walk fundraiser, raising a total of $9577.60. She said the next elementary fundraiser will be the Santa Express. The elementary also continues to collect box tops. The elementary will hold the 2 nd grade play on December 17, and the students and teachers are busy preparing for the upcoming Christmas Parties that will be held the last day of school before Christmas Break. Middle School Principal, Phil McAndrew, reported that Parent Teacher Conferences were very well attended with 171 families represented. He also said that on December 18 th the 6 th grade would have their behavior based field trip to the Three Rivers roller rink. 8 th grade students just finished taking their ACT/Explore tests that help them with decisions about college. Nanette Pauley, High School Principal introduced Joey Bohan, the November Lions Club Student of the Month. She also reported that report cards had gone home for the 1 st marking period and that parent teacher conferences in the high school were also well attended. Volinia School Principal, Don Price reported the Thanksgiving Dinner at Volinia was very well attended and he appreciated everyone's support. Volinia continues to hold their writing workshop Wednesdays and all are benefiting from the help Jeff Patterson has been giving on writing more effectively. He also reported that students from Volinia attended the Etiquette Seminar at the Council on Aging in Cassopolis. GUEST COMMENTS: None NEW BUSINESS: A motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to adopt a single signature for the Athletic Fund Checking Account. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried SMC Compass Placement Test Scores were presented as informational A motion by Nofsinger, supported by Butchbaker to accept the coaching recommendations by Dave DeCou for the 2010-2011 Fall Sports Season 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried A motion by Nofsinger, supported by Henry to grant a maternity leave of absence to Amanda Green. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried A motion by Tone, supported by Nofsinger to accept the Service Consolidation Plan Resolution 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried A motion by Nofsinger, supported by Henry to accept the Great Start Readiness Program Resolution. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Monthly Budget update was presented as informational. President Johnson noted the absence of Superintendent Ron Herron and explained that his father had been in a car accident and he was needed at the hospital and therefore couldn't attend the meeting. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Nofsinger, supported by Butchbaker to adjourn. All Ayes, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm Respectfully submitted, Jeff Steinkraus |
Special Board Meeting -- January 6, 2010
MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION January 6, 2010 CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Johnson at 6:07 p.m. at Marcellus High School Library. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Henry, Johnson, Tone, Butchbaker, Nofsinger, Brown, Steinkraus BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATORS PRESENT: Herron NEW BUSINESS: The Board of Education met to discuss the results of the recent Marcellus Community Schools Community Survey and how to best present the results at the regular board meeting on 01/11/2010. The Board also decided to form a committee to put together information and educate the community on the proposals that will be on the May 4 th 2010 election. Joe Tone and Tim Henry volunteered to be the representatives from the Board to sit on the committee. The Board will be asking for members of the community to volunteer to be on the committee as well. A motion by Nofsinger, supported by Tone, to sign the original Michigan 's Participation LEA/ISD Memorandum of Understanding. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to adjourn. All Ayes, Motion Carried Meeting adjourned at 7:16pm Respectfully Submitted, Jeff Steinkraus |
Board Meeting Minutes - January 11, 2010
MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by President Johnson at 7:00 p.m. at the Middle School Library. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Johnson, Nofsinger, Henry, Butchbaker, Tone, Brown, Steinkraus BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATORS PRESENT: Herron, Bohan, McAndrew, Price MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: Minutes of the December 14th Regular Meeting and the January 6 th Special Meeting were presented and approved. Motion by Henry supported by Tone to accept the minutes as presented 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried ACCOUNTS: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: Reports were given by the Administrators present. GUEST COMMENTS: None NEW BUSINESS: A motion by Henry, supported by Tone to adopt the Race to the Top resolution and letter. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Ron Herron presented the results of the Community Survey with the Board and those present and said that he and the board would be considering the data collected as they make budget decisions. He also said that a sinking fund committee is being formed and asked for two board members to volunteer to be on the committee. Tim Henry and Joe Tone agreed to serve on the committee. Millage language was presented as informational. The School Board Election will be May 4 th , 2010. The two board members whose terms are expiring are Tim Henry and Paula Johnson. A motion by Tone, supported by Nofsinger to accept the coaching recommendation by Dave DeCou for the 2010-2011 Varsity Girls Softball Coach Ron Swartz 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried January is School Board Recognition Month. Mr. Herron read a proclamation thanking all the board members for their dedication and work on the school board and presented each of them with a certificate of appreciation. A motion by Henry, supported by Tone to sign the original MOU 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Nofsinger, supported by Henry to adjourn. All Ayes, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm Respectfully submitted, Jeff Steinkraus |
Board Meeting Minutes - February 8, 2010
MARCELLUS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Johnson, Nofsinger, Henry, Butchbaker, Tone, Brown, Steinkraus BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATORS PRESENT: Herron, Bohan, McAndrew, Pauley MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: Minutes of the January 11th presented. Motion by Steinkraus supported by Nofsinger to accept the minutes as amended. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried ACCOUNTS: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion carried. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: Middle School Principal, Phil McAndrew reported that the MEAP scores are in and he should be able to view the results very soon. The 8 th graders will be attending Vo-Tech this month to help them start to focus on college an long term plans. Parent Teacher conferences will be held on Feb 23 at the Middle School. The Middle School students will be taking part in the Bi-Annual Ski in and Mr. McAndrew reported that the School Community Council has secured all the funding for this event and it will not cost the district any money. Mr. McAndrew will also be hosting an All A's Principal Party later this month, he will provide pizza for all of the Middle School students who received all a's this marking period. Nanette Pauley, High School Principal, that she has been busy reviewing the graduation and drop out report and taking steps to fix the errors on that state report. She reported that the School Improvement Committee will be distributing a survey in the near future to get feedback from parents regarding issues in the high school. Report cards for this marking period were sent out on Feb 8 th and Feb 26 th is homecoming for basketball. She also announced the student of the month, Jonathon Swartz, who was not able to attend the board meeting because he was at basketball practice. Mrs. Pauley said that Jonathon is well deserving of this award, he maintains a 3.0 grade point and attends the Vo-Tech center. Volinia School Principal, Don Price was unable to attend the board meeting however, in his absence he asked Mrs. Pauley to remind the board and public about the upcoming annual Maple Fest at Volinia School which will be held on March 27. NEW BUSINESS: A motion by Henry, supported by Tone, to approve the distribution of the Life of an Athlete letter and survey to parents and students at Marcellus High and Middle Schools. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried A motion by Tone, supported by Brown, to approve the High School Art Class trip to the Chicago Art Institute. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Mr. Herron reported that he and the finance committee have started reviewing the 2009-2010 budget amendments and they would be presented at the next board meeting. The School Board Election will be May 4 th , 2010. The two board members whose terms are expiring are Tim Henry and Paula Johnson. A motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to approve the Sinking Fund Language and the Operational Millage Language as presented by Thrun Law Firm and to adopt the resolution. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Mr. Herron reported that the Finance Committee, Sinking Fund Committee and the Facilities Committee all held meetings and he gave updates regarding each. Monthly budget update was presented as informational. GUEST COMMENTS: None In his Superintendent's report Mr. Herron discussed the retirement incentives that are being talked about at the state level and what they could mean to state employees at retirement. He said there is supposed to be more information coming on February 11 th and that before any changes would take place they would have to be voted into law by the state. President, Paula Johnson personally and publicly thanked the teachers for their concessions in the recent teacher negotiations that not only helped the schools budget but also the community and district. She also thanked the Administrators and Superintendent for not taking any increase in pay over the last several years. She appreciates what this has done for the kids in Marcellus. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Henry, supported by Nofsinger to adjourn. All Ayes, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm Respectfully submitted, Jeff Steinkraus |
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