Chester Community Unit School District 139 Board met Nov. 14.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
The Board of Education of Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 met in the Chester Community Grade School Conference Room on November 14, 2017. Vice-President Welge called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present: Dan Colvis, Debi Caraway, Tom Welge, Charles Fricke. Members absent: Trent Vasquez, Jamie Eggemeyer, Mitch Hammel.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Colvis to approve the agenda items as listed. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Bob Moore, District Auditor, presented the district’s financial report for fiscal year 2017 to the Board of Education. The district is on the state’s financial watch list with the estimated financial profile summary score of 2.55, which may change based on timing of mandated categorical payments. Final score will be calculated by ISBE.
Motion was made by Mr. Fricke and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 19, 2017. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Colvis and seconded by Mr. Fricke to approve the minutes of the executive session of October 19, 2017. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
The Board received a monthly grade school maintenance report fromTim Paulus:
• Several exhaust fan motors are worn out on the roof and not working.
• HSG fixed the impellor bearing and replaced a pump motor in the boiler room.
• HVAC installed in the band room.
• Mrs. Klump’s classroom will be moving to the sensory room and the sensory room to the board room.
• Placed a flood light on the back of the building where the old gym was, as well as one at the back entrance to the junior high area.
• Johnson Controls will be inspecting our air valves since we seem to be having some issues changing from cooling to heat.
• Rehung pads on the gym wall.
• Architect has been contacted regarding an issue with the natural gas lines on the roof.
The Board received a monthly high school maintenance report from Brian McMath:
• Purchased two new vacuum cleaners for the high school.
• Having issues with the drivers education golf cart.
• The boilers have been cleaned and tested.
• Received the new chairs for Colbert Gym. The hardware should arrive shortly for the chair cart.
• Began winterizing all the outer buildings.
• We have had to change from A/C to heat and back again this month.
• Having some issues with the sinks in the new science rooms with the acid traps.
David Kaiser presented a grade school athletic report to the Board of Education:
• Boys and girls basketball have started playing games; they each have 24 games over the next 3 months.
• 5/6th grade basketball has begun holding open gyms. Games will begin the end of November.
• Started working on spring sports. The volleyball schedule is complete and am still building the track schedule.
Jeremy Blechle presented a high school athletic report to the Board of Education:
• Volleyball played in the regional championship game falling to Pinckneyville. The volleyball team won the conference this year as co-champs with Trico. They finished with an overall record of 24-8.
• Football finished with a record of 5-5. Their season ended in the first round of playoffs.
• Cross-Country girls won conference this year and advanced to sectionals.
• We had two golfers advance to sectionals; Jacob Wingerter and Jarrett James.
• CHS has been awarded to host a 2A softball regional this year.
• Basketball practice has begun. Boys have 33 athletes and girls have 15 participating this year.
• Basketball pocket schedules are set to print and should be available within the week.
• JV football made us all proud allowing an Edwards County football player to score a touchdown.
• Organizing the athletic storage room that is attached to the metal shop.
• Beginning to hire officials for Fall of 2018
• Confirming dates and opponents for spring sports.
Shirley Stegmann presented a curriculum report to the Board:
• SAT score summary presented to the Board.
• ELL data updated in SIS and ACCESS test materials have been ordered.
• Submitted online paperwork requesting PARCC paper testing for grades 3 and 4.
• Will begin the process of entering PARCC, SAT and ACT test accommodations for students with an IEP.
• Discussing the possibility of offering the ACT to juniors on a volunteer basis.
• Purchasing tables to administer tests onsite in Juergens Gym.
• In the process of holding departmental curriculum meetings at the high school prior to the start of scheduling for next year.
Grade School Principal Tim Lochhead presented a monthly report to the Board:
• Held a Reading Week Assembly on October 20.
• Great American Shakeout on October 20.
• A district administrative meeting was held on October 24.
• Sonitrol training held October 25.
• Parent/teacher conferences were held on October 26 and 27. The Board received results from the parent survey.
• Star Stinger Assemblies held October 30.
• Environmental Consultants conducted air quality testing on October 31.
• Junior Jacket tutoring began November 2 for 60-70 students.
• Veterans’ Day Assembly held November 9.
• November 16 is our 5th grade band concert.
• Book Fair recently held.
Melissa Meyer, High School Principal, reported the following to the Board of Education:
• Parent/teacher conferences were well attended.
• School Report Card went live on November 3.
• Discussing onsite ACT testing.
• Looking into the Board policy regarding Advanced Placement Courses.
• Department meetings taking place, hope to begin working on next year’s schedule in January.
• Mr. Guebert attended the Skyward Convention in Peoria and has also begun Junior Academic Reviews.
• Held our first Veterans’ Day breakfast on Thursday, November 9, and was well attended.
Superintendent Pasero reported the following to the Board of Education:
• HVAC in band room is complete. The engineer recommends replacing other ventilation units rather than updating the controls.
• IL School Report Card
• Legislative Report: Senate proposal on tax freeze, something to keep an eye on.
• FOIA requests
o American Watchdogs Inc. – Paris, IL o
Illinois Hunger Coalition
• Indoor Air Quality (Environmental Consultants)
O Reports on all three buildings indicated no major problems but a number of items to monitor and maintain, primarily in terms of ventilation and water intrusion.
Motion was made by Mr. Colvis and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to enter into executive session at 7:40 p.m. for the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees 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. Upon roll call Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Fricke to return to open session at 8:25 p.m. Upon roll call Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Colvis to approve the district bills in the amount of $1,070,634.67 and the district payroll in the amount of $441,494.77. Upon roll call Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Fricke and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to approve the following consent agenda items as presented. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
• High school boys’ basketball team approved use of the cafeteria to hold a fundraiser on December 8, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.
• Request of Chester Sports approved the use of the grade school gym to hold a K-4 Basketball League from January 6 through February 24, 2018.
• Request from S.I. Falcons Fast Pitch approved the use of both high school gyms on weeknights upon availability.
• Board of Education regular board meeting dates and times set for 2018 as listed.
o All meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month, unless otherwise specified, at 7:00 p.m. in the Chester Community Grade School Conference Room, 650 Opdyke Street, Chester, IL 62233.
January 18, 2018 May 15, 2018 (third Tuesday) September 20, 2018 February 15, 2018 June 21, 2018 October 18, 2018 March 15, 2018 July 19, 2018 November 20, 2018 (third Tuesday) April 19, 2018 August 16, 2018 December 20, 2018
Motion was made by Mr. Colvis and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to approve early graduation requests for two high school students upon verification of their completion of required coursework, as recommended by administration. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Fricke to approve a drum set as surplus inventory and to accept a $100 donation from Chris Mathis to be given to the Music Patrons. Upon roll call Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Colvis and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to approve the purchase of a 2008 4x4 F250 truck/plow, pending inspection, in the amount of $19,265, amount includes title and document fees. Upon roll call Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Fricke voted nay, Mr. Welge voted yea. 3 yea, 1 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
The Board tabled the approval of the district audit until the December meeting for further review.
Motion was made by Mr. Fricke and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to approve the tentative 2017 Tax Levy as presented by Superintendent Pasero with an overall increase of 7.27%. The Board will hold a hearing at the December meeting. Upon roll call Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Fricke to accept the resignation of John Watkins as high school custodian, effective November 15, 2017. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Fricke and seconded by Mr. Colvis to approve George Riley Welborn as a high school boys’ volunteer basketball coach for the 2017-18 school year. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Colvis and seconded by Mr. Fricke to employ Jade Jolly as 5/6th grade girls’ basketball coach for the 2017-18 school year. Upon roll call Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mrs. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Colvis to employ Patricia Handel as a kindergarten teacher for the second semester through the Title II grant beginning January 3, 2018, as recommended by administration. Upon roll call Mr. Fricke voted yea, Mrs. Caraway voted yea, Mr. Colvis voted yea, Mr. Welge voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
Motion was made by Mr. Fricke and seconded by Mrs. Caraway to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Upon roll call all members voted yea. 4 yea, 0 nay, 3 absent; motion carried.
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