2007-2008 Board of Education Members
Front Row: John Collier, John Cosgrove, Marty White, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer

Back Row: Dave Fox, Wayne Engle.

USD 417 Board of Education
Regular Meeting
July 16, 2007
District Office

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Kelly McDiffett, Sherry Edmiston, Cynthia Schrader, Chadelyn Garrett, Becky Catlin, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Don McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

2007-08 PRESIDENT:      Wayne Engle nominated Marty White. John Cosgrove (Teresa Asebedo) moved the nominations cease and a unanimous ballot be cast.  Motion passed 7-0.  Marty White will be the board president.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Dave Fox (Teresa Asebedo) moved to approve the consent calendar as amended – addition of Wayne Engle as Professional Development Board Representative, Teresa Asebedo as Governmental Relations Contact, and John Cosgrove as board representative for Greater Morris County Development Corporation. Motion passed 7-0.

EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT:       Dennis Brooks presented information on the summer band program.

REPORTS:      Diane Miller shared information on summer school.

VICE-PRESIDENT:      Teresa Asebedo nominated Wayne Engle. Dave Fox (John Cosgrove) moved the nominations cease and a unanimous ballot be cast.  Motion passed 7-0.

POLICY: Teresa Asebedo (John Cosgrove) moved to adopt the KASB policies as presented.  Motion passed 7-0.

BUDGET
FY08: Wayne Engle (Teresa Asebedo) moved to approve the budget for publication.  Motion passed 7-0.

BUDGET HEARING & PUBLICATION:     Dave Fox (Teresa Asebedo) moved to publish the budget and set hearing date of August 13, 2007 at 6:30 p.m.

CONTRIBUTION PLAN: Teresa Asebedo (John Cosgrove) moved to request the Teacher’s Association open negotiations for discussion of the employer contribution plan. Motion passed 7-0.

Marty White adjourned the meeting.

Approved 8-13-07

USD 417 Board of Education

Regular Meeting
August 13, 2007
District Office

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Corey Reese, Marita Bachura, Ed Bachura, Susan Graham, Sherry Edmiston, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Don McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to approve the consent calendar as presented. Motion passed 7-0.

EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT:       The board toured the CGHS facility at 5:00 p.m.

REPORTS:      Diane Miller reported that the teachers association has voted to open negotiations for the purpose of employer contribution.  Lyndon might be requesting membership in the Flint Hills League in the future.  Linda Johnson was named Region One Nominee for Kansas Teacher of the Year. 

John Cosgrove said the Greater Morris county Development was going to advertise again in the soldier handbook.

Wayne and Marty reported on the recent KASB Presidents workshop.

BUDGET: Dave Fox (Linda Pretzer) moved to approve the 2007-2008 budget as presented at the July 16th meeting.   Motion passed 7-0.

BOE GOALS: Teresa Asebedo (John Collier) moved to adopt the revised goals as presented.  Motion passed 7-0.

CGMS 6TH BASKETBALL: Administration does not recommend 6th grade participation at this time.

CGHS FACILLITY: Information was discussed.   An evening for patrons to walk-through the high school will be on August 23rd.  BOE members will receive input at this time.

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.

APPROVED: 9/10/2007    

USD 417 Board of Education
Work Session Meeting
July 19, 2007
Marty White's Cabin

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

The board discussed various topics. No action was taken. Goals were reviewed and updated.

USD 417 Board of Education
Regular Meeting
September 10, 2007
Council Grove Middle School

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Linda Johnson, Mary Collins, Neal Adams, Zak Wohlschlegel, Christina Miller, Amy McAfee, Valerie Wohlschlegel, Kathleeen Hornung, Robyn Nienstedt, Tiffany Carroll, Darrel Bryant, Bob Collins, Rita Buchanan, Susan Graham, Sherry Edmiston, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly McDiffett, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to approve the consent calendar as presented. Motion passed 7-0.

EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT:       The board toured the Alternative Learning Classroom facility at 6:00 p.m.  Mary Collins presented information on her experiences from KTOY.

REPORTS:      Diane Miller reported that staff had participated in bullying workshops and district-wide procedures and training would be forthcoming according to BOE policy.  Guidelines for non-sanctioned student trips were distributed and reviewed.

                              Dave Fox reported regarding the Council Grove Lake Association and their support of education.

OPEN LUNCH: John Collier (Dave Fox) moved to allow open lunch as outlined by criteria presented beginning with the second nine-weeks at CGHS.   Motion passed 7-0.

FCCLA TRIP: Teresa Asebedo (Wayne Engle) moved to approve the FCCLA request to attend the National Cluster Meeting in Minneapolis. The Board will provide up to $2,400 toward these expenses.   Motion passed 7-0.

KASB CONVENTION:     John Collier (Teresa Asebedo) moved that Marty White serve as delegate and Wayne Engle as alternate to the KASB annual convention.  Motion passed 7-0.

CONTRIBUTION PLAN: Teresa Asebedo and Linda Pretzer volunteered to serve on the employer sponsored contribution plan.

HISTORICAL DISTRICT: Marty White (Wayne Engle) moved to support the historical district concept the PRIDE committee is seeking with the condition that their be no monetary support and the understanding that any possible future mandates would not apply to our properties.  Motion passed 6-1.

CGHS FACILLITY: Information from the patrons who attended the walk through activities was reviewed and discussed. The board determined that the need for an adjoining cafeteria, gymnasium, and wrestling facility were identified.  Architectural firms will be sought.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:      Marty White (John Cosgrove) moved to go into a 15-minute executive session with Diane Miller and Daryl Bryant to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property in order to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              (The Board went into Executive Session at 7:35 p.m.)
                              (The Board returned to Open Session at 7:50 p.m.)

John Cosgrove (Teresa Asebedo) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session with Diane Miller and Daryl Bryant to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property in order to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              (The Board went into Executive Session at 7:50 p.m.)
                              (The Board returned to Open Session at 8:00 p.m.)

Marty White  (Teresa Asebedo) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session with Diane Miller and to discuss personnel matters related to personnel in order to protect the privacy of the individual(s) to be discussed.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              (The Board went into Executive Session at 8:00 p.m.)
                              (The Board returned to Open Session at 8:10 p.m.)

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

Regular Meeting
October 8, 2007
District Office

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Teresa Asebedo, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Angela Blosser, Ralph Mock, Don Smies, Marita Bachura, Darrel Bryant, Sherry Edmiston, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly McDiffett, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Dave Fox (John Collier) moved to approve the consent calendar as presented. Motion passed 5-0.

{Wayne Engle arrived at 6:39 p.m.}
{Teresa Asebedo arrived at 6:40 p.m.}

PATRON COMMENTS:      Angela Blosser spoke regarding her dissatisfaction with lack of staffing to address LR student needs from the FHSEC.  Don Smies spoke regarding the lack of desired services for his son.

SPOTLIGHT:       Ralph Mock updated the board with projects and activities of the USD 417 Education Enhancement Fund.

REPORTS:      Jan Troxell presented KASB Honor Certificates to Marty White and Wayne Engle.  Diane Miller reported on the KEEB website which posts district employment vacancies and the new enhancements.  We are waiting to hear from the TA regarding any meeting dates for the Employer Sponsored Contribution Plan.

RELEASE FROM CONTRACT: Teresa Asebedo (John Cosgrove) moved to accept the resignation of Kylie Williams with the understanding that another individual will be approved by the BOE to complete the 2007-2008 school term. Kylie Williams is to complete her obligation for first semester including student grades and records.  Motion passed 7-0.

THOMAS LAND: John Collier (Dave Fox) moved to purchase the Thomas land for $1.  Motion passed 7-0.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:       Marty White (John Cosgrove) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session with Diane Miller and Darrel Bryant to have preliminary discussions about the acquisition of real property in order to protect the public interest in obtaining the property at a fair price.  Motion passed 7-0.

(The Board went into Executive Session at 7:05 p.m.)
(The Board returned to Open Session at 7:15 p.m.)

ENGLE PROPERTY: Dave Fox (Wayne Engle) moved to purchase the 212 Wood Street property from Kim Engle in the amount of $20,000.  Motion passed 7-0.

REMOVAL/DEMOLITION of PROPERTY: Teresa Asebedo (Dave Fox) moved to seek proposals for the removal of the house at 216 Wood Street.  Motion passed 7-0.

STADIUM UPDATES: Marty White (Dave Fox) moved to proceed with a practice field at the stadium area with additional cost information obtained for the November meeting.  A portion of the basketball court will be retained.  Motion passed 7-0.

HIGH SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING: The Board will meet with architect firms on October 22nd beginning at 3:30 p.m.

AYP: Sherry Edmiston presented 2007 AYP Scores for USD 417.  The district and all schools achieved AYP.

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m.

USD No. 417

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.
MEMBER NOT PRESENT:      Teresa Asebedo.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Melissa Zuege, Dick Montgomery, Kathy Middleton, Corey Reese, Susan Graham, Charlene Riffel, Rob Reynolds, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly McDiffett, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to approve the consent calendar as amended – addition of Rick Neubauer as CGHS Ast. Track Coach. Motion passed 6-0.

PATRON COMMENTS:      Melissa Zuege spoke of at risk student transportation concerns.

SPOTLIGHT:       Rob Reynolds, KASSP District III Governor, presented Cynthia Schrader an award for Distinguished Principal.REPORTS:      Judy Parks, Cynthia Schrader, and Kelly McDiffett presented the board their updated school improvement plans.  Jan Troxell spoke of inclement weather planning and bus bids.  Diane Miller reported on the standard of excellence shirts and the recent professional development day activities.

AUDIT REPORT: Dave Fox (Linda Pretzer) moved to accept the audit report as received.  Motion passed 6-0.

CONTRACT: Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to employ Nicole Moran as teacher effective January 2, 2008 for the remainder of the 2007-2008 school term.  Motion passed 6-0.

216 WOOD HOUSE: John Collier (Dave Fox) moved to accept the $300 bid from George Hall for the purchase and removal of the house by May 1, 2008.  Motion passed 6-0.

212 WOOD HOUSE: Wayne Engle (Marty White) moved that upon receipt of an executed deed from Kim Engle to advertise for the removal of this house.  Motion pased 6-0.

TOWER PURCHASE/REMOVAL: John Collier (Dave Fox) moved to accept the bid for removal of the tower from John Poole in the amount of $284.76.  Motion passed 6-0.

STADIUM PROPERTY: John Collier (Wayne Engle) moved to accept the proposal of Terry Slawson for removal of tennis and basketball courts by January 1, 2008.  Motion passed 6-0.

HS FACILITY: Wayne Engle (John Collier) moved to engage the services of R.M. Hansen as project architect.  Motion failed 2-4.

Dave Cosgrove (Linda Pretzer) moved to engage the services of Jones-Gillam as project architect.  Motion passed 5-1.

KASB RESOLUTIONS:  Items were discussed.

STADIUM LIGHTING SYSTEM: Information was received.

DRIVERS EDUCATION: Information was received.

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

 ________________________            ____________________________
                 Jan Troxell, Clerk                    Marty White, President, BOE

USD 417 Board of Education
Regular Meeting
December 14, 2007
District Office

MEMBERS PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Teresa Asebedo, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS PRESENT:      Scott Bomberger, Kim Bomberger, Loy James, Carolyn Andres, Lauren James, Kris Wittman, Mindy Andres, Dani Bacon, Cindy Schultz, Dana Reddick, Sherry Edmiston, Corey Reese, Susan Graham, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly McDiffett, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT CALENDAR:      Wayne Engle (Dave Fox) moved to approve the consent calendar as amended – order of new business altered and executive session added. Motion passed 6-0.

PATRON COMMENTS:      Scott and Kim Bombarger spoke regarding the proposed bullying policy.

{John Collier arrived at 4:37 p.m.}

REPORTS:      Jan Troxell spoke regarding wheelchair lifts on buses.  Diane Miller reported on the driver’s education curriculum, an upcoming league music festival in February, and the professional development day activities.  Charlene Riffel is the master teacher this year.  Marty White and Wayne Engle reported to the board following their attendance at the annual KASB convention.

PHES TOWER: Dave Fox (John Cosgrove) moved to accept the withdrawal of the bid from John Poole per his request and to re-advertise for the purchase and removal of the tower.  Motion passed 7-0.

BUS PURCHASE: Wayne Engle (Linda Pretzer) moved to accept the low bid from Kansas Truck for the purchase of a bus in an amount not to exceed $71,382 minus trade-in of $1,650.  Motion passed 7-0.

AG DEPARTMENT TRIP: CGHS students presented information to request BOE approval and monetary support of a trip to Colorado.  No action was taken.

BULLYING PREVENTION PLAN and POLICY: Information was presented with discussion on the bullying prevention plan and procedures.  Marty White (Dave Fox) moved to approve the proposed plan and policy.  Motion passed 7-0.

STADIUM UPDATE:       Information was received by the board.

DIRT BIDS: Dave Fox (Wayne Engle) moved to accept the bid for dirt work to complete an 18” crown on the practice field from Terry Slawson in the amount of $35,587.  Motion passed 6-1.

NEGOTIATION MEMBERS:   Teresa Asebedo (John Collier) moved to appoint Wayne Engle as chief negotiator, Dave Fox as alternate, and utilize KASB attorney Pat Baker as the team spokesperson.   Motion passed 7-0.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: Marty White (John Cosgrove) moved to go into a 10 minute executive session to discuss personnel matters related to personnel and negotiations in order to protect the privacy of the individual(s) to be discussed and to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract with Diane Miller.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 6:13
                              The board returned to open session at 6:23

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 6:24 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

 ________________________            ____________________________
                 Jan Troxell, Clerk                    Marty White, President, BOE

Board of Education Special Meeting

January 10, 2008

Council Grove High School VPL Lab

5:15 p.m.

MEMBERS

PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Teresa Asebedo, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS

PRESENT:      Jeff Gillam, Charles Renz, Tena Rae Scott, Jim Selby, Debbie Miller, Bill Miller, Marita Bachura, Cara McNorton, Joe Buchanan, Jim Collins, Jay Doornbos, Corey Reese, Cynthia Engle, Linda Cosgrove, Rhonda Bryant, Nola Miller, Susan Graham, Bob Collins, Mark Leydig, Judy Parks, Kelly McDiffett, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

EXECUTIVE

SESSION: Marty White (John White) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session to discuss personnel matters related to personnel in order to protect the privacy of the individual to be discussed with Diane Miller if called.  Motion passed 5-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 5:15

                              The board returned to open session at 5:25

{Dave Fox arrived at 5:16 p.m.}

{Teresa Asebedo arrived at 5:25 p.m.}

HIGH SCHOOL

FACILITY: The board and patrons present discussed various high school facilities needs and possible solutions. Jeff Gillam and Charles Renz of Jones Gillam addressed questions and received input from patrons while presenting preliminary facility layout options.

{John Collier arrived at 5:45 p.m.}

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

 ________________________            ____________________________

                 Jan Troxell, Clerk                    Marty White, President, BOE

USD 417 Board of Education Regular Meeting

January 14, 2008

Prairie Heights Middle School

MEMBERS

PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Teresa Asebedo, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS

PRESENT:      Dustin Lehman, Brett Thomas, Susan Mulryan, Joe Buchanan, Corey Reese, Susan Graham, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Kelly McDiffett, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT

CALENDAR:      Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to approve the consent calendar. Motion passed 6-0.

{Teresa Asebedo arrived at 6:40 p.m.}

SPOTLIGHT:       Sue Mulryan reported on the PHMS Fossil Group. Students presented various fossils.

REPORTS:      January is Board of Education Recognition month.  Board members were thanked for their dedication and devotion to the students and staff.   Jan reported that bids were being received for the removal/demolition of the Engel property. Diane Miller reported that specifications for lighting, sound, and sprinkler system that were being prepared for the stadium.  A 2008-2009 school calendar will be presented for approval at the February meeting.

PHES

TOWER: Dave Fox (John Collier) moved to advertise for removal of the tower with USD 417 paying for this service.  Motion passed 7-0.

DRIVER EDUCATION

CURRICULUM: Wayne Engle (Teresa Asebedo) moved to approve the Driver’s Education curriculum as presented.  Motion passed 7-0.

SUPERINTENDENT

CONTRACT: Marty White (Teresa Asebedo) moved to extend the contract of Diane Miller as superintendent from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2010.  Motion passed 7-0.

C & I

CONTRACT: Wayne Engle (Dave Fox) moved to offer a 10-month curriculum and instruction contract to Kelly Gentry for the 2008-2009 school year at a minimum of $53,000.  Motion passed 7-0.

HIGH SCHOOL

FACILITY: The board discussed holding an additional meeting in the northern part of the district.  Tentative date January 23^rd at 6:60 p.m. at PHES.  Information on Piper Jaffrey financial consultant possibly at the February meeting.  A bond election timeline was discussed.

EXECUTIVE

SESSION: Marty White (Teresa Asebedo) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session to discuss negotiations in order to protect the public interest in negotiating a fair and equitable contract with Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 7:30

                              The board returned to open session at 7:40

                              John Collier (John Cosgrove) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session to discuss matters affecting a student in order to protect interests of the individual to be discussed with Diane Miller.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 7:40

                              The board returned to open session at 7:50

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

 ________________________            ____________________________

                 Jan Troxell, Clerk                    Marty White, President, BOE

Regular Meeting

February 11, 2008

District Office

MEMBERS

PRESENT:      Wayne Engle, John Collier, Linda Pretzer, Dave Fox, Teresa Asebedo, Marty White, and John Cosgrove.

OTHERS

PRESENT:      Darren Heideman, Mary Myers, Sherry Edmiston, Greg Vahrenberg, Joe Glotzbach, Melisa Watson, Lindsay Farr, Bonnie Birzer, Shelly Cunningham, Charlene Riffel, Matt Wirtz, Susan Mulryan, Joe Buchanan, Susan Graham, Cynthia Schrader, Kelly Gentry, Judy Parks, Kelly McDiffett, Craig McNeal, Diane Miller and Jan Troxell.

CONSENT

CALENDAR:      Teresa Asebedo (Dave Fox) moved to approve the consent calendar. Motion passed 6-0.

{Wayne Engle arrived at 6:36 p.m.}

SPOTLIGHT:       Mary Myers shared information on the Alternative Learning Classroom and their activities.

REPORTS:      Jan reported that renewal rates from BCBS will be delivered this week.  A bus lift has been installed.  Diane Miller reported on several summer activities including mental health summer program, USD 417 K-1 summer program, and driver’s education.   SOCS training (website) is continuing.

PHES

TOWER: Teresa Asebedo (John Collier) moved to accept the bid from Barber Construction in the amount of $3,500 for removal of the tower.  Motion passed 7-0.

FINANCIAL

ADVISOR: Wayne Engle (Dave Fox) moved to obtain the services of Piper Jaffray as a financial advisor for the school bond election.  Motion passed 7-0.

212 WOOD

REMOVAL: John Collier (Teresa Asebedo) moved to approve the bid from Barber Construction in the amount of $5,500 for demolition of 212 Wood Street house.  Motion passed 7-0.

STADIUM

LIGHTS: John Cosgrove (Teresa Asebedo) moved to accept the bid of Brandy Electric for replacement of stadium lights in the amount of $113,000.  Motion passed 7-0.

GRADUATION

ASSIGNMENTS:      Board members volunteered for the following graduation assignments:

                              CGMS – Linda Pretzer, Wayne Engle

PHMS – John Cosgrove, John Collier, Marty White

CGHS – Dave Fox, Teresa Asbedo, Wayne Engle, Marty White

BUSINESS EXPO:     Teresa Asebedo (John Cosgrove) moved to participate in the Business Expo that will be held on April 5^th.  Motion passed 7-0.

CONTRACT: Wayne Engle (John Collier) moved to approve a contract for Hillary Barlow as student support personnel for the 2008-2009 school term.  Motion passed 7-0.

CALENDAR: Dave Fox (Linda Pretzer) moved to approve the calendar as presented.  Motion passed 7-0.

HIGH SCHOOL

FACILITY: Dave Fox (Linda Pretzer) directed Jones Gillam to proceed with plans which include four locker rooms, an attached wrestling room, 1600 seats, weight room closer to existing gym, and utilize southeast corner.  Motion passed 7-0.

THERAPY

DOGS: Wayne Engle (Dave Fox) moved to approve the use of therapy dogs with guidelines as presented.  Motion passed 6-1.

TEST RESULTS: Sherry Edmiston shared the results from the fall of 2007 ITBS and ITED assessments.

TRIMESTER

SCHEDULE: Kelly McDiffett and Joe Buchanan discussed this topic and answered questions. The high school would like to begin this for the 2009-2010 school term.

EXECUTIVE

SESSION: Marty White (John Collier) moved to go into a 10-minute executive session to discuss personnel matter related to personnel in order to protect the privacy of the individual to be discussed with Diane Miller.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 9:26

                              The board returned to open session at 9:36

                              Marty White (John Collier) moved to go into a 5-minute executive session to discuss personnel matter related to personnel in order to protect the privacy of the individual to be discussed with Diane Miller.  Motion passed 7-0.

                              The board went into executive session at 9:36

                              The board returned to open session at 9:41

ADMINISTRATIVE

CONTRACTS:      Wayne Engle (John Cosgrove) moved to approve administrative contracts for 2008-2009 as follows:

Judy Parks, Cynthia Schrader, Sherry Edmiston – 10-month full time                       

Corey Reese – 10 1/2 month full time                        

Kelly McDiffett – 11-month full time                  Motion passed 7-0.

NEGOTIATIONS:   First meeting will be March 24^th at 6:00 p.m with teacher’s association.

Marty White adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m.

APPROVED: __________   

 ________________________            ____________________________

                 Jan Troxell, Clerk                    Marty White, President, BOE