ARTHUR COMMUNITY UNIT DISTRICT #305
Arthur Board of Education
Regular Meeting – June 9, 2010
The regular meeting of the Arthur Board of Education was called to order by President Linda Collins at 7:00 p.m. in the Unit Office with the following members and administrators present: Linda Collins, Scott Daily, Monica Miller, Jason Ray, Steffanie Seegmiller, Doug Kitchen, Buck Condill, and Travis Wilson. Ron Cole arrived at 7:05 p.m. and Gary Alexander arrived at 7:15 p.m.
Communications – None.
Public Comment
Cassie Riley from the Arthur Sports Boosters spoke to the board about the need of parent support and open communication with the Boosters.
Motion was made by Scott Daily, seconded by Monica Miller, to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2010 meeting. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Scott Daily, seconded by Monica Miller, to approve the monthly bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Monica Miller, seconded by Doug Kitchen, to approve the monthly Treasurer’s Report as presented. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
ELEMENTARY REPORT
Principal Condill discussed the following items in his report:
1. Honor Roll
2. Amish Graduation/Reps
3. Attendance
- 2009-2010 = 95.85%
- Perfect Attendance List
4. Registration
- August 10 and 11
- Information will be in Graphic
5. Volunteers
- Fun Day
- Special thank you to all the volunteers
6. Calendar of Events
- Registration – August 10 & 11
- New Teacher’s Orientation – August 17
- Teacher’s Institute – August 18
- First Day of School – August 19
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Superintendent Wilson discussed the following items in his report:
1. Earning for Learning Check - $244.02
2. Chapin Rose Email
3. Public Notice
- Arthur’s Annexation of Lovington
- June 23, 2010
- Lovington Grade School Gym
4. Inspection of Buildings
5. WXFM – Sponsors of Basketball Broadcast
6. Tax Bills
SECONDARY REPORT
Principal Alexander discussed the following items in his report:
1. Activity Fund
2. Spring Sports
- High School Track
- Baseball
- Softball
- JH Track
3. Coop renewal with Lovington
- 2010-11 and 2011-12
- Junior High Girls Basketball
- High School Girls Basketball
- High School Boys Football
- High School Boys Baseball
4. Honor Roll
5. Driver Education
6. Average Daily Attendance
7. Library
- Thank you to Mr. Reynolds and students for display cubes
8. Calendar of Events
- Sports Camps – June 1 – 4
- Six Flags Trip – June 9
- Registration – August 10 and 11
Motion was made by Steffanie Seegmiller, seconded by Scott Daily, to renew the Coop with Lovington in Junior High Girls Basketball, High School Girls Basketball, High School Boys Football and High School Boys Baseball. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
School Fees – Superintendent Wilson recommended the fees for the 2010-11 school year remain the same as 2009/10.
Motion was made by Jason Ray, seconded by Monica Miller, to establish fees for the 2010-11 school year and remain the same as for the 2009-2010 school year. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Scott Daily, seconded by Doug Kitchen, to adopt the Jr/Sr High School Handbook as presented. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Student Insurance Coverage – First Agency, Inc. through Berkley Ins. has acquired a plan from Star Net Insurance. There is a slight increase in premium from last year. Members suggested obtaining options for this coverage in the future.
Motion was made by Scott Daily, seconded Jason Ray, to renew student insurance for the 2010-2011 school year with Berkley/First Agency, Inc. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
School Reorganization – The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 7:00 p.m. at the Lovington Grade School Gym. The public is invited. The feasibility study group will make a presentation on what is best for both districts.
Race-To-The-Top – The application was signed by the Board President, AEA President and Superintendent Wilson.
Motion was made by Steffanie Seegmiller, seconded by Monica Miller, to authorize the application for the Race to The Top be submitted. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Board Comment
Scott Daily believes there have been positive changes in the Library under the direction of Joan Sutherland.
Steffanie Seegmiller said the junior high graduation was much improved. High School graduation very impressive.
Closed Session – Motion was made by Jason Ray, seconded by Doug Kitchen, to go into closed session for the purpose of discussing the employment of district personnel. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Monica Miller, seconded by Jason Ray, to return to open session. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Monica Miller, seconded by Jason Ray, to approve the minutes of the closed session meeting. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Scott Daily, seconded by Ronnie Cole, to accept the resignation of Shawn Vanausdoll as Junior High Boys Basketball Assistant Coach. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Jason Ray, seconded by Monica Miller, to accept the resignation of Janelle Rafferty as High School Assistant Scholastic Bowl Coach. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Motion was made by Jason Ray, seconded by Monica Miller, to hire the Extra Duty Staff for 2010-11. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
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