The Anna-Jonesboro Community High School District 81 met Aug. 15 discuss annual cheer clinic.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the board:
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AJCHS #81
August 15, 2016
MINUTES
The Anna-Jonesboro Community High School held its regular meeting on August 16, 2015. Upon roll call at 7:00 p.m. the following members were present: Mr. Hughey, Dr. Reach, Dr. Blakely, Mr. Edwards, Mr. McGrath, Mr. Housman and Mrs. Boget. Also present was Superintendent Wright and Brett Detering.
On motion by Dr. Blakely and seconded by Mrs. Boget to approve the Agenda as written. All members voting yes.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Mr. McGrath to approve the Consent Agenda which contained the following items: approval of board minutes on 7/18/16 ; approval of closed session minutes; approval of payment for bills, acceptance of financial reports and acceptance of resignations by Jennifer Cleghorn (Student Council, Safe Celebration) and Stacy Estus (cook). On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
Mr. J. C. VacaDiez spoke to the board about allowing his son to play on the soccer team even though he is not enrolled at A-JCHS.
Kendra Denny and Renee McLain represented the teachers. The items of interest presented were as follows:
Alysha Bottje had another round of Nutrition posters made for the cafeteria. The posters were paid for from remaining money from the salad bar fund. This year's posters included students in volleyball, baseball, softball, girls soccer, girls golf, bass fishing FFA, Spanish Club and Math Club. Tiffany Dillow was paid to do the photos again this year.
The Cheerleaders attended the Universal Cheerleading Association cheer camp in Destin. FL in June. They had the opportunity to learn new skills, network with cheerleaders from all over the country and try out for All American, compete in multiple categories, practice time management skills and have bonding time with their teammates. They also had free time to relax on the beach and enjoy some great food. While at camp, A-J was very well represented. Our girls took home first place on the sideline competition, third place in the time out cheer competition, third place in overall game day performance, they were given a gold ribbon and superior trophy for being one of the top teams at camp and one of our own, Hannah Stark, was asked to try out to be a UCA staffer! We also had four girls, Hannah Stark, Maddie Lingle, Addison Osman and Luca Mays, make the All American team. These girls are given the opportunity to participate in a parade in London, England over Christmas Break.
In July the A-J cheerleaders ran the Saints Kids cheer/dance camp at Shawnee Community College for three days. There were around 40 participants at the camp.
In August the A-J cheerleaders started prepping for the upcoming season. They painted banners to promote spirit in the school for football games and went out in the community looking for sponsors to fund the cheer program and help to purchase items that will create spirit in the school at sporting events. They raised enough money to purchase mats for competition, fund choreography, fund most of their competitions and buy chalk for the MDA Whiteout game. they are very thankful for the support and are excited to start the new season. They will be attending choreography in Edwardsville the second weekend in
August and will be hosting their annual cheer clinic the 15, 16 and 17 of August. The campers will perform during the 2nd quarter of the first home game.
Principal Detering reported on his meeting with first responders, Teacher's Institute Day, the first day of school and the Crisis Go App.
Superintendent Wright presented updates on the restroom renovation and the roof replacement project. He also mentioned our appreciation for our relationship with Sportsology, spoke about ventilation in Union Hall Gym, gave information on the conversion to digital for future District Board Meetings and mentioned the possibility of hiring a part-time custodian.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Mr. Housman for the Board to enter into closed session at 7:43p.m. for the following reasons (1) the purpose of appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employee of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public to determine its validity. 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1)On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. Edwards and seconded by Mr. Hughey to return to regular session at 8:55 p.m. On roll call all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Dr. Blakely to approve the tentative budget for 2016-2017 school year as presented by Mr. Wright. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Mr. Edwards to set a date of 9/19/16 at 6:45 p.m. for the public hearing for adoption of FY 2016-17 Budget. All members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. Hughey and seconded by Mr. Edwards to approve amended bookkeeper contract. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Dr. Blakely to approve the 1st Reading of Board Policy Updates. All members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. Housman and seconded by Mr. Hughey to approve the Concussion Oversight Team as presented. All members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Mrs. Boget to approve Joint Agreement with Shawnee Community College for the Continuation and Operation of an Adult Education Program. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. Edwards and seconded by Mr. McGrath to hire Heather Craig as Administrative Assistant on contract as presented. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. Hughey and seconded by Mr. McGrath to hire Steve Taylor as an Assistant Golf Coach beginning August, 16, 2016 for the 2016-17 school year. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Dr. Blakely to hire David Stoner as Assistant Soccer Coach beginning August 16, 2016 for the 2016-17 school year. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
On motion by Dr. Reach and seconded by Mr. Hughey to hire Kyle Kueker as an Assistant Football Coach beginning August 16, 2016 for the 2016-17 school year. On roll call, all members voting yes. Motion carried.
In old business it was decided to discuss past budget cuts regarding assistant coaches at the next board meeting.
On motion by Mr. Housman and seconded by Mr. Hughey to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 9:16 p.m. All members voting yes. Motion carried.
A Public Hearing is scheduled on Monday, September 19, 2016 at 6:45 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office.
The next regularly scheduled Meeting is Monday, September 19, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office.
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