WILDER SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER 133

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD

December 8, 2014

“PENDING APPROVAL”

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT STAFF & GUESTS PRESENT

Patricia Clagg, Chairperson Jeff Dillon, Superintendent

Sonny Sarceda Tim Jensen, Principal

Jeb Bechtel Susan Lincoln, Clerk

Christy Tayler Shaunna Noe, Treasurer

Robert Fogg Tom Farley, Fed. Programs Director

Amy White, Attorney, via Skype

Sarah Hoover, Staff Member

Jeremy Hoover, Patron

Alicia Almazan, Staff Member

Kyle Dalsoglio, Staff Member/Football Coach

High School Football Team

CALL TO ORDER

Patricia Clagg called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

CONFIRMATION/CONSENT

Jeb Bechtel moved to approve the Confirmation and Consent Agenda as presented. Sonny Sarceda seconded and the motion carried.

PUBLIC FORUM

REPORTS

Shaunna Noe clarified last month’s bill for PMG. There were four invoices totaling $5,000.

Principal Tim Jensen talked about the High School Football team. He is very proud of them, not only for their performance on the field but also for their behavior off of the field. He has received several compliments from hotel staff and colleagues about their behavior. Coach Dalsoglio introduced each of the players and Mr. Dillon congratulated them.

Mr. Jensen talked about the number of people from the community who traveled to watch the boys play in the State play offs. He was surprised at the large number in attendance and knows that it had a positive impact on the boys.

Members of the Idaho Steelheads will be at the Elementary and the Middle/High School tomorrow for a program with the kids. There will be a community event for those interested, to attend a game in January. The cost is $15 and includes the entry fee, bus ride and dinner.

Mr. Jensen discussed the low scores for the student’s PSAT test. He indicated that they are very low and it is obvious that the students are struggling. Mr. Jensen and staff will make it a priority to work with the students and to put student improvement plans in place.

Mr. Jensen reported that he, Jen Tuttle and Jeannien DeWitt have been invited to speak at the upcoming Middle School Conference on technology for students.

Mr. Jensen reported that the K-12 Holiday Staff party will be held this Friday.

Mr. Dillon reported that the Foodservice Department was awarded a 16 crate milk cooler and a Waring blender with a second pitcher allowing them to make a greater number of smoothies faster. This was awarded by the Idaho Dairy Council.

Mr. Dillon pointed out that the Board will spotlight the Strategic Plan by focusing on the goals and the data. Discussion will be held monthly on this at each school and also the District level.

Mr. Dillon spoke to the Board about some of the changes/updates they’d like to make. One of those is the Athletic Complex. This is estimated to run approximately $900,000. Mr. Dillon suggested that this could be done in phases to make it affordable for the District. Also, he would like to look at grants and possibly donations. Another item on the list is a new Agricultural building. This is estimated to be approx. $400,000. Lastly, the Middle/High School needs some work to bring it up to par. This is estimated at around $300,000. Mr. Dillon will bring this back for more discussion.

OLD BUSINESS

Mr. Dillon updated the Board on the Wall of Fame. This is being planned for March 2015. He will bring more information back to the Board.

Mr. Dillon held a reading of the Administrator Evaluation Standards. Christy Tayler moved to approve the Administrator Evaluation Standards as presented. Jeb Bechtel seconded and the motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Dillon held a 2nd Reading of Policy 202.5 – Conflict of Interest and Policy 202.6 – Trustee Spouse Employment and 701.5 – School Wellness and Policy 905.1 – Community Relations – Sex Offenders. Christy Tayler moved to approve Policy 202.5 – Conflict of Interest and Policy 202.6 – Trustee Spouse Employment and Policy 701.5 – School Wellness and Policy 905.1 – Community Relations – Sex Offenders as presented. Jeb Bechtel seconded and the motion carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Mr. Dillon spoke to the Board about the Athletic Facility they would like to build. Discussion was held. This will be brought back for further discussion.

Mr. Dillon held a 1st Reading of the Substitute Manual. Discussion was held. This will be brought back to the Board.

There were no requests to the Administration.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

REGULAR SESSION

ADJOURN

Patricia Clagg adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan Lincoln

District Clerk

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