Wilmington Community Unit School District No. 209-U Board of Education met March 9.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
The Board of Education of Wilmington Community Unit School District No. 209-U met in regular session on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. in the Wilmington School District Board Room. President Cragg called the meeting to order with the following members answering roll call: Anderson, Kunz, Moran, Southall, Stickel and Cragg. Dziuban-absent.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Moran at 6:01 P.M. to discuss in closed session and to take action in open session: The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees/coaches; Collective negotiating matters between the Board of Education and its employees or their representatives; and Litigation that has been filed and is pending.
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Anderson to leave closed session at 6:30 P.M. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
Pledge to the Flag 6:30 P.M.
8 guests were present.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Anderson to approve the agenda and consent agenda for the Monday, March 9, 2020 meeting of the Wilmington Community Unit School District 209-U Board of Education as presented. All Aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Stickel to approve the following proclamations:
Academic – Illinois State Scholars
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
Opportunity for Public Input:
A. Presentation of Academic Proclamations
B. Larry Heideman – Presented the annual update to the Long-Term Strategic/Financial Plan.
Administrator Reports:
Mrs. Beth Norman, Bruning Principal reported:
A statewide tornado drill was held on 3/3. No school on March 2nd for Pulaski Day. A Book Fair will be held on 3/30 through 4/2. Early Childhood Home School Connection took place on 3/12. Spring Break will be held from 3/23 through 3/27. From 2/24 through 2/27, we celebrated Read Across America Week and had a Dr. Seuss theme. Bruning will participate in a bus evacuation drill on 3/19. Early Kindergarten Registration will take place 3/16 – 3/19. Spring pictures will take place on 3/13.
Mrs. Venita Dennis, Stevens Intermediate School Principal reported:
IAR testing will begin on 4/1, and requires three math exams and three ELA exams that students need to take this year. Spring pictures will be taken on 3/13. We participated in a tornado drill on 3/3. There was no school on 3/2 for Pulaski Day. Spring Break will be 3/23 through 3/27. The next We-PTO meeting will be 4/7. The 5th Grade students will take the Illinois Science Assessment on 3/10 – 3/12. Second trimester awards were handed out on 3/4.
Mr. Adam Spicer, Wilmington Middle School Principal reported:
This year’s Spring play (The Princess Who) set design and casting has begun. Performances will be 5/5 and 5/6. Spring Break will be from 3/23 through 3/27. The ISA assessment will be on 3/10 - 3/12. Congratulations to the 7th Grade volleyball team who competed in Regionals. Wrestling is moving toward Sectionals. The US Fish and Wildlife representative will be in the 7th grade science classes on March 5 for carp dissections. PE classes will be fitness testing the week of 3/16. All students will attend an internet safety presentation on 2/25 and 2/26. Wilmington Coalition for a Healthy Community will host a vaping forum at WMS on 3/18. Scholastic Bowl, Math Team and Spelling Team are nearing the end of their seasons. Track has begun practicing.
Mr. Scott Maupin, Wilmington High School Principal reported:
The 3rd Quarter ends 3/13. 3rd Quarter grades are due in Guidance by 3/18. There are 25 students enrolled in the SAT Preparation Class. All Juniors will take the SAT exam on 4/14. Freshmen and Sophmores will be taking PSAT 10 and Freshmen will be taking PSAT8/9. The musical High School Musical will be performed on the following dates: 3/12 – 3/15 in the Cafetorium. The handbook committee met on 2/19 to discuss changes to the 2020-2021 handbook. Prom week activity planning is continuing. Winter sports have concluded. Spring sports have begun. We will have an assembly on 4/14. Two wrestlers (Jack Narine and Nick Gornik) qualified for State this year. Three Speech team members (Emma Romano, Eren Overmeyer and Stephanie Lambert) qualified for State this year. The JV Scholastic Bowl team earned 2nd place in the IC-8 tournament. The LEAD team hosted a volleyball tournament on 2/28. Students of the Month are: Freshmen – Savannah Gorski and Carter Rezabek; Sophomores – Patrick Robbins and Chandler Wuchter; Juniors – Keegan Parsons and Madison Gabriel; Seniors – Becca Cahill and Derek Homerding.
Mike McCormick, Technology Coordinator reported: No Report
Ellen Wandless, Business Manager reported:
The State of Illinois currently owes us $278,537.09. Last year at this time, they owed $276,552.97. The Board will be asked to approve the 2020-2021 fees later in the meeting. Statement of Economic Interest filings are being done electronically again this year – please check your email and complete your filings by May 1st. The 2019 Tax Extension figures should be coming out soon. The FY20 audit is scheduled to take place on 8/7. ISBE notified us today that we have been awarded $50,000 for a School Maintenance Project Grant.
Kevin Feeney, Curriculum Director:
We are in the process of scheduling Skyward training this summer. We will administer the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) exams to all 3rd-8th grade students in April. All High School Juniors will take the SAT exam on 4/14. The Board will be asked to approve the Title I Schoolwide Plans for all four buildings at the April Board meeting so that all students in the District can benefit from Title funds. We are reviewing math text books for the High School. Middle School Science teachers have chosen a textbook series that the Board will be asked to adopt at the April Board Meeting.
Superintendent’s Report – Matt Swick:
Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests: None. Dr. Swick provided Fund Balances as of February 29, 2020.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
March 2………………No School - Pulaski Day
March 6.…………….Interact Club Fun Fair 3:00-9:00 @ WHS
March 9.……………Board Meeting – 6:00 Closed Session; 6:30 Open Session
March 12-15………Spring Musical “High School Musical” (Th-Sa: 7:00/Su 2:30)
March 23- March 27……Easter Break
March 30……………….School Resumes
April 8.………………In Service/Early Release: B 11:00, S/MS 11:20, HS 11:15
April 10………………No School – Easter Break
April 13………………Board Meeting – 6:00 Closed; 6:30 Open
April 16.…………….1st Grade Spring Music Program 6:00 PM @ WMS
April 23………………5th Grade Talent Show
April 24………………3rd Grade Science Fair
April 25………………Prom
1. Dr. Swick recommended approval for the following consent agenda items as presented: Regular meeting of February 10, 2020; Closed Meeting of February 10, 2020; Special meeting of February 17, 2020; Closed Special Meeting of February 17, 2020;Approve the Building Principal’s Reports; Curriculum Director’s Report; Technology Coordinator’s Report; Business Manager’s Report; Superintendent’s Report; Approve Treasurer’s Reports for February; Approve March bills, February 14 payroll remittances, February 28 payroll remittances and March bills in the amount of $673,190.18; Ratify payroll Direct Deposits in the amount of $316,366.77 for the February 14, 2020 payroll; Ratify payroll Direct Deposits in the amount of $280,267.01 for the February 28, 2020 payroll; Authorize the March 13, 2020 and March 31, 2020 payrolls; Approve the Imprest Fund Report for the month of February reimbursed in the amount of $4,243.72; Approve the Monthly Financial Report for February; Approve the Student Activity Fund Reports for February and authorize the continuance of investments of unencumbered funds; Approve the following additions to the Sub Lists for the 2019-2020 school year: One Substitute Cafeteria Employee; Approve the following fundraisers: WHS: Baseball, Sports Fantasy Sweepstakes, March 10-24, 2020, WHS: Music Boosters, Baked Goods & Goodwill Donations, March 12-15, 2020, WHS: Cheer, ICCA Cheer Invite, December 20, 2020, WHS: Cheer, Kiddie Camp, July 21, 22, 23, 2020, WHS: Cheer, Spiritline Invite, November 22, 2020, WHS: Cheer, Car Wash, June 6, 2020, WHS: Cheer, Catfish Days Ticket Sales, July 23-26, 2020, WHS: Spiritline, Sponsorships, May 1-30, 2020, WHS: Tri-M, Music In Our Schools, March 9-13, 2020, WHS: C.A.T. Crew, Gibitz Sale during National Drug Facts Week, March 31-April 3, 2020; Approve the following building use forms: WHS: Cheer, UCA Cheer Camp, June 16&17, 2020, 7AM-4PM, WHS: Cheer, 13th Annual Spiritline Invite, November 22, 2020, 6AM-4PM, WHS: Cheer, ICCA Cheer Invite, December 20, 2020, 6AM-4P M, WHS: Cheer, Kiddie Cheer Camp, July 21-23, 2020, 7AM-10AM, WHS: Music Boosters, Concessions during Musical, March 12-14, 2020, WHS: Cheer, Awards Dinner, February 27, 2020, 6PM, WHS: Cheer, ICF All Conference Cheer Banquet, March 19, 2020, 6PM, WHS: Volleyball, Open Gym & Weight Training, March 31, April 1,2,7,8,9,14, 15,16,21,22,23,28,29,30, and May 5,6,7,12,13,14,19,20,21, 2020. 3:00 PM-4:30 PM; Approve the disposal of Property as follows: none; Approve the following donations: None; Approve WHS wrestling team overnight trips June 21-25 – Malecek Wrestling Camp – Woodside, Wisconsin Dells, WI; Approve the Illinois High School Association Membership for 2020-2021 and authorize the dues; Approve the First Reading of Board Policies as Amended and Presented:
4:190 Targeted School Violence Prevention Program
Act on the Consent Agenda as presented: A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Southall to approve the Consent agenda items as presented for the Monday, March 9, 2020 meeting of the Wilmington Community Unit School District 209-U Board of Education. Anderson- aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Stickel to accept the letter of resignation submitted by Ellen Wandless from the position of Business Manager/ District Office Manager/ Treasurer to the Board of Education, effective June 30, 2020. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Stickel to accept the letter of resignation submitted by Mary Brianne Das from the position of Wilmington High School Biology teacher and Student Council Advisor, effective at the conclusion of the 2019-2020 school year. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Moran and seconded by Southall to approve the irrevocable notice of retirement from Martha Swift, from her position as an employee in the Custodial and Maintenance Department, which began on February 28, 2020. Anderson-aye, Dziuban- absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Anderson to approve Mr. Habing’s recommendation to hire Joe Hermes as a part-time, non-union, seasonal grounds keeper (Approximately mid-April to mid-October 2020), for a maximum of 580 hours total, with an hourly rate of $13.00. Employment is pending the compliance with all paperwork, and all federal, state, and local guidelines. Hourly pay rate to be determined at a later date. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Anderson to approve Dr. Swick’s recommendation to employ Lisa Hipes as the Finance Director at a per diem rate based on a prorated annual salary of $59,500.00 from May 1, 2020 through June 30, 2020. Her annual salary for the 2020-2021 school year will be $59,500.00, pending the compliance with all paperwork, and all federal, state, and local guidelines. Anderson-aye, Dziuban- absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Stickel to approve Mr. Habing’s recommendation to hire Scott Murphy as a full-time, union, Custodial Department employee (8-hours per day, 12-months per year), effective March 10, 2020. Employment is pending the compliance with all paperwork, and all federal, state, and local guidelines. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Moran and seconded by Anderson to approve Resolution No. 5-20 – Authorizing Notice of Reasons and Dismissal of Educational Support Personnel to include Teacher Aides and Pre-Kindergarten Parent Coordinator.
Madonna Czemske, Jennifer Mietzner, Janine Momper, Jennifer Swisher, Margaret Wilburn, Ginger Wuchter, Kim Mancuso, Kelly Thomas, Micki Van Tilburg, and Michelle Mossell. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Moran to approve Document No. 3-1-20 – Employment of Teachers in First Year of Probation, Second Year of Probation, Third Year of Probation, Fourth Year of Probation, and Tenure and Part-Time Teachers for the 2020-2021 school year.
Teachers due to go on 1st year of probation for 2020-2021
Part Time Teachers for 2020-2021
Anderson-abstain, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-abstain, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded 2021 school year.
Additional Fees Apply for the Following:
Purchase of PE Uniforms, Materials for Special Projects/Activities, Yearbook Pictures, Yearbook, Field Trips, Sports Pictures
Late Fee
This late fee will be added to the fees of any and every student paying fees after August 5, 2020
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Moran and seconded by Southall to approve extending the Illinois Central School Bus Contract for Transportation for the 2020-2021 school year, with an increase of 3% over the 2019-2020 contract prices. Anderson-aye, Dziuban- absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Anderson to approve Mr. Spicer’s recommendation to use Image Group as the Wilmington Middle School, Stevens Intermediate School, and Bruning Elementary School photography company for the 2020-2021 school year. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Moran to accept Base Bid A from Abel Plus Services Inc. in the amount of $61,500.00 for an Abestos Abatement project at Wilmington Middle School, to be completed during the Summer 2020. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-absent, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
Discussion Items:
President’s Prerogative
Board Policy – Stephanie Southall and CJ Dziuban: First reading tonight.
Facilities Update/Construction Committee – Terry Anderson and Ben Stickel: No report.
Foundation for Excellence – Tim Cragg: The Foundation is working on the Golf Outing.
Handbook Committee – Ben Stickel and Erin Moran: Handbooks were reviewed tonight.
IASB Delegate/Legislative Liaison – Peggy Kunz: No report. Negotiations Committee – Terry Anderson and Peggy Kunz: No report. TAB/Leadership Committee – Tim Cragg: No report
Three Rivers Governing Board – Terry Anderson: No report.
WILCO Board of Control – Peggy Kunz: Negotiations are upcoming.
Correspondence:
The following correspondence has been received:
One thank you note was received from Samantha Lide for the donation made to C.A.S.T. for Kids in memory of her husband, Chris.
One thank you note was received from the Brownlee family for the plant that was sent in memory of June Brownlee.
A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Stickel at 7:39 P.M. to adjourn until the regular meeting on April 13, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Closed Session will be at 6:00 p.m.
All Aye – Motion Carried.
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