Wilmington Community Unit School District No. 209-U Board of Education met May 11.
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 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.
Dzuiban arrived at 6:02 P.M.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Southall at 6:03 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. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg- aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Moran and seconded by Anderson to leave closed session at 6:25 P.M. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
Pledge to the Flag 6:30 P.M.
0 guests were present.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Stickel to approve the agenda and consent agenda for the Monday, May 11, 2020 meeting of the Wilmington Community Unit School District 209-U Board of Education as presented. All Aye. Motion carried.
Opportunity for Public Input:
None
Administrator Reports:
Mrs. Beth Norman, Bruning Principal reported:
The week of May 4th was Teacher Appreciation Week. April 27th students picked up belongings and May 1st was curbside pickup. We had a great turnout, only 20 that need picked up. Early registration for new kindergarten students took place 4/27-28 and so far we have 57 Kindergarteners registered. Teachers have been working hard to stay connected with families. Electronic report cards available 5/27. We have received 125 registration packets and only need 33 more. Collection of books will be 5/21-22.
Mrs. Venita Dennis, Stevens Intermediate School Principal reported:
Remote learning ends 5/22. May 1st parents picked up student’s personal items. There were only 50 left. Registration packets were due 5/1, 70% of registrations were complete.
Collection of books and Chromebooks will be 5/21-5/22. 5th grade teacher interviews at the end of the week. Teacher check out is 5/26-5/27.
Mr. Adam Spicer, Wilmington Middle School Principal reported (in writing):
Two 8th grade students would have been recognized at the IPA’s Annual Student recognition but the event was cancelled (McKenzie Shields and Reid Juster). Thank you to Jay Kinkin and Kristy Salazar for locker clean outs. Pick up of items were 5/6-5/8. Last day of e-learning is 5/22, report cards will be emailed home 5/27. Teachers check out 5/26-27. Textbook and Chromebook return will be 5/21-5/22. WMS promotion ceremony will be 6/23 at 6pm. If canceled due to COVID we will have a virtual celebration.
Mr. Scott Maupin, Wilmington High School Principal reported:
AP Exams were administered on 5/7 for Chemistry, 5/8 for U.S. History and 5/11 for Biology. Schedules are done for next year. Our teachers are doing a phenomenal job with E-Learning. Drivers Ed classroom is going on remotely. Behind the Wheel Driver Ed continues to be suspended. Jostens delivered caps and gowns. Lockers emptied last week. Scholarship Awards Night is 5/12 on WHS website and on YouTube at 7:00 pm. Seniors last day 5/14 and all others 5/22. Textbook returns 5/21-5/22. Prom is 6/25. Graduation to be held 6/27 or 7/25. IHSA has suspended all summer camps until further notice. Summer Driver Ed hires approval tonight.
Mr. Mike McCormick, Technology Director reported:
Summer projects start. Updating chromebooks and projectors. Summer hires approval tonight. Skyward starts May 19th and will finish middle of June.
Ms. Ellen Wandless, Business Manager reported:
State of Illinois owes the District $260,535.11. Last May they owed us $266,035.50. We had a public bid opening for diesel fuel on 5/5, and we are recommending that the Board accept the bid from Avalon Oil. We had a public bid opening for milk on 5/4, and we are recommending that the Board accept the bid from Cloverleaf Farms. Ms. Wandless informed the Board that a recommendation is being made to keep meal prices the same as 2019/2020 for the 2020/2021 school term. Ms. Wandless informed the board of a Forecast 5 Analytics webinar informing us regarding the potential future of Illinois school finances due to the COVID emergency. There may be loss of all categorical payments until December. We may only get 1 categorical payment in FY 2021. To date the state still owes the district $847,225.05. Also Forecast 5 warned that 100% of pension liabilities may be shifted to school districts.
Mr Kevin Feeney, Curriculum Director reported:
Mr. Feeney gave an overview of end of the year dates. Starting to plan next school year with COVID restrictions. Finalizing Grant dollars for FY20. ISBE is requiring all school districts to complete a Consolidated District Plan for all federal grants. Constitution test is suspended.
Matt Swick, Superintendent Reported:
FOIA requests: None
Dr. Swick provided Fund Balances as of April 30, 2020.
Dates to Remember:
May 11.Board Meeting – 6:00 Closed;6:30 Open
As a reminder, the IASA/IASB/IASBO Joint Annual Conference is November 20- 22, 2020 in Chicago. If you have not already signed up, please contact Nancy to do so.
We have received 2 bids for cafeteria milk. There will be a recommendation to accept the bid placed by Cloverleaf Farms.
SOWIC Report
Thank you to Brieser Construction for the help with the Building Trades house and all the labor for the baseball/softball fields.
Recommended approval for the following consent agenda items as presented:
Regular meeting of April 13, 2020; Approve the Building Principal’s Reports; Curriculum Director’s Report; Technology Report; Business Manager’s Report; Curriculum Coordinator’s Report; Superintendent’s Report; Approve Treasurer’s Reports for April; Ratify April 30 payroll remittances and May bills in the amount of $611,046.76; Ratify payroll Direct Deposit in the amount of $278,916.20 for the April 15, 2020 payroll; Ratify payroll Direct Deposit in the amount of $275,708.88 for the April 30, 2020 payroll; Approve payroll Direct Deposit in the amount of $280,969.34 for the May 15, 2020 payroll; Authorize the May 29, 2020 payroll; Approve the Monthly Financial Report for April; Approve the Student Activity Fund Reports for April and authorize the continuance of investments of unencumbered funds; Approve the following additions to the support staff substitute list for the 2019-2020 school year: none; Approve the following fundraisers: WHS: Athletic Boosters, Catfish Days Flea Market, July 25,2020, SIS:Candy Grams, October 8 – 15, 2020, SIS: Candy Grams, March 3-8, 2021, SIS: Jump Rope for Heart, February 16-29, 2021; Approve the following Building Use Requests: None; Accept the following donations: None; Approve the sale or disposal of Property no longer needed for school purposes: None; Approve Reasonable Assurance for Substitutes for the 2020-2021 school year per Document 5-1-20; Approve Participation and Expenses for Matt Swick, and Kevin Feeney to Attend ESIC Meetings and Conferences, July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021; Approve Participation and Expenses for Kevin Feeney, and Matt Swick to Attend NAFIS and FLISA (7002)Meetings and Conferences, July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021; Approve Participation and Expenses for Matt Swick and Kevin Feeney to Attend IASA Meetings and Conferences, July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021; Approve Seeking Bids on Materials and Concrete for the Building Trades House Expected to Begin in the 2020-2021 School Year; Accept Cafeteria Milk Bid from Cloverleaf Farms; Approve Summer Weight Training Program; Approve Summer Drivers Education Program;
To Approve Board Policies Undergoing 5-Year Review
1. 4:50 – Payment Procedures
2. 7:130 - Student Rights and Responsibilities
3. 7:325 - Student Fundraising Activities
4. 8:80 - Gifts to the District
To Approve the First Reading of Board Policies as Amended and Presented
1. 2:125 – Board Member Compensation; Expenses
2. 2:160 – Board Attorney
3. 5:150- Personnel Records
4. 5:280- Duties and Qualifications
5. 5:60- Expenses
6. 6:135 - Accelerated Placement Program
7. 6:280 - Grading and Promotion
8. 7:70- Attendance and Truancy
9. 7:90 - Release During School Hours
10. 8:10 - Connection with the Community
11. 8:110- Public Suggestions and Concerns
12. 8:30 - Visitors to and Conduct on School Property
Approve Summer Athletic and Cheer Camps; Approve the Networking Agreement with Guardian Angel Community Services; Approve the Consolidated District Plan.
Act on the Consent Agenda as presented: A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Stickel to approve the Consent agenda items as presented for the Monday, May 11, 2020 meeting of the Wilmington Community Unit School District 209-U Board of Education. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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 Robin Tkach from the position of L.J. Stevens Intermediate School 5th grade teacher, effective at the end of the 2019-2020 school year. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Moran to approve Mr. Maupin’s recommendation to compensate the following Wilmington School District Coaches to supervise the 28-day Summer Weight Training Program. Instructors will work on a rotation basis: 1 instructor per day – to be paid at the hourly rate, per the Collective Bargaining Policy, pending further notification regarding COVID-19 Order. Barry Southall, Mark Langusch, Mike Bushnell, Tom Fritz, Drew Tyler, Russ Allred, Bob Bolser, Chad Farrell, Robert Murphy, Larry Readman, Andy Peterson. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-abstain, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Southall to approve Mr. Maupin’s recommendation to hire the following Summer Driver’s Education Teachers, pending further notification regarding COVID-19 Order:
Driver Education Classroom Instructor (Room 107), via Remote Learning: Russ Allred
(June 1- June 22)
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Behind the Wheel Instruction: Mr. Bill Karavites
4 Groups (June 1- June 22)
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Behind the Wheel Instruction: Mr. Brian Goff
6 Groups (July 10- July 25)
3:00 – 4:30 pm
(July 7 – July 23)
7:00 am – 8:30 am; 8:30 am – 10:00 am; 10:00 am – 11:30 am, Noon1:30 pm; 1:30-3:00 pm
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall aye, Stickel-aye, and Craggaye. Motion carried
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Dziuban to approve Mr. Hansen’s recommendation to employ the following personnel as Volunteer Middle School Coaches during the Summer of 2020, pending compliance with all federal, state, and local guidelines. No stipend will be paid by the District.
Girls Basketball: Cheerleading: Volleyball:
Eric Dillon, Catelyn Welch, and Renee Chavez Jeannine Bejlovec
Catelyn Welch
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg- aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Moran approve Mr. Goff’s recommendations for High School Volunteer Coaches during the Summer of 2020:
Cheer Coach / Football Cheerleading Jeannine Bejlovec
Spirit Line Volunteer
Football Coaches
Jeff Reents, Rob Murphy, Bob Bolser, Barry Southall, Chad Farrell, Mike Bushnell, Mark Langusch, Russell Allred, Drew Tyler, Tom Fritz, Mark Shell
Boys’ Basketball Coaches
Bill Karavites, Thad Kreitz, Kyle Meents, Drew Tyler
Girls’ Basketball Coaches Eric Dillon, Dana Hodgin
Wrestling Coaches
Rob Murphy, Jake Murphy, Roy Strong, Ed Van Duyne, Tom Fritz, Mark Shell, Travis
Nick Dziuban
Track Coaches
Taylor Riccolo, Stephanie Stickel, Larry Redman
Volleyball Coaches
Laura Wakefield, Holly Robbins, Mike Fisher, Alexis Gilbert
Golf Coach
Mike Wilson
Baseball Coaches
Mike Bushnell, Will Jansen, Luke Stetson, Tim Hooker, Nick Dziuban, Kyle Meents
Girls’ Softball Coaches
Jack Skole, Floyd Combes, Michelle Combes, Lexi Southall, Kaitlyn Nolan
Boys’ Soccer Coach
Travis Ivanoff, Kevin Cavenaile
Girls’ Soccer Coaches
Travis Ivanoff, Eric Dillon
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall aye, Stickel-aye and Craggaye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Stickel to approve Mr. McCormick’s recommendation hire two part-time workers, Kelly Lamaster and Conner Dempsay, in the Technology Department for the summer of 2020. Each part-time employee may work up to 25 hours per week. Employment is pending compliance with all federal, state, and local guidelines. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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 our continued participation in the Regional Safe Schools Program. The rate will be the same this year as it was last year: $10/day for RSSP. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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 Ms. Wandless and Mrs. Brownlee’s recommendation for Meal Prices for the 2020-2021 School Year:
Full Price Breakfast – Grades K-5 $1.75
Reduced Breakfast.30
Full Price Breakfast – Grades 6-8 $1.75
Reduced Breakfast.30
Full Price Breakfast – High School $2.25
Reduced Breakfast.30
Full Price Lunch – Grades K-8 $2.80
Reduced Price Lunch.40
Full Price Lunch – High School $3.00
Reduced Price Lunch.40
Adult Lunch $3.50
Adult Breakfast $2.75
Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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 Dr. Swick’s recommendation to allow the participation and expenses for Tim Cragg and Peggy Kunz to attend NAFIS and FLISA (7002) Meetings and Conferences, whether in-state or out- of-state, July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, as per Board Policy 2:125-E3. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Southall and seconded by Stickel to approve the bid for diesel fuel from Avalon in the amount of $35,773.00, submitted on May 5, 2020, for the 2020- 2021 school year. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Stickel and seconded by Southall to approve ratifying the recommendation to work with Brieser Construction to assist with securing the 2019-2020 Building Trades home site with donated labor and payment of $5,000 to help offset costs for material and other incidental expenses. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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 ratifying the recommendation to work with Brieser Construction to utilize Raby Roofing to install roofing materials to the 2019-2020 Building Trade project, at a cost of $8,600. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, Kunz-aye, Moran-aye, Southall-aye, Stickel-aye, and Cragg-aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Southall to approve moving from the current partially self-funded Medical and Dental arrangements to fully-insured plans. Anderson-aye, Dziuban-aye, 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: 1st reading tonight.
Facilities Update/Construction Committee – Terry Anderson and Ben Stickel: No report
Foundation for Excellence – Tim Cragg: No report
Handbook Committee – Ben Stickel and Erin Moran: No report
IASB Delegate/Legislative Liaison – Peggy Kunz: November
Negotiations Committee – Terry Anderson and Peggy Kunz: Benefits
TAB/Leadership Committee – Terry Anderson: No report
Three Rivers Governing Board – Tim Cragg: No report
WILCO Board of Control – Peggy Kunz: Awards were handed out to Rachel Wandless, Danny Sanders, Marisa Sanchez and Sarah Neve. So far, enrollment for next year has approximately 1,612 students registered.
Correspondence:
The following correspondence has been received: None at this time
A motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Stickel at 7:05 P.M. to adjourn until the regular meeting on June 8, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Closed Session will be at 6:00 p.m. The Budget hearing will start at 6:15 P.M.
All Aye – Motion Carried.
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