Central Office, 202 E. Washington St.
Monday, January 8, 2007 – 7:00 p.m.
The Alexandria School Board met on Monday, January 8, 2007 at the Central Office, at 7:00 p.m. for a regular Board Meeting. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Board members in attendance were as follows: Thomas Gaunt, Dan Baker, and Gary Libler, and Jeff Montgomery.
Approval of Executive Session Minutes of December 11, 2006
Board Members approved the Executive Session minutes of December 11, 2006. Motion GL/DB. Carried 3-0-1. Abstention Jeff Montgomery.
Approval of Minutes of December 11, 2006
Board Members approved the regular Board Minutes of December 11, 2006. Motion GL/DB. Carried 3-0-1. Abstention Jeff Montgomery.
Claims Approval:
Voucher #30658-2 through voucher #30820-2
Payroll # 5670-2 through payroll #6023-2
Direct Deposit #12168-2 through Direct Deposit #12522-2
Bank #1-None
Motion JM/GL to approve. Carried 4-0
Reorganization of Board of Finance
Reorganization of the Board of Finance for 2007 was conducted. Thomas Gaunt made a motion to approve Jeff Montgomery as President with a second by Gary Libler. Jeff Montgomery then made a motion to approve Thomas Guant as Secretary with a second by Dan Baker. Both motions were carried 4-0.
Approval for Revised Specifications for Bus Routes
Mr. Willey asked the Board to approve revised specifications to the bus routes. Motion GL/JM. Carried 4-0.
Request Approval to Advertise for Bids for Contracted Bus Routes 2008-2012
Mr. Willey requested permission to advertise for bids for contracted bus routes for 2008-2012. Motion DB/JM. Carried 4-0.
Approval to Obtain Quotes for New Corporation School Bus
Mr. Willey requested approval from the Board to obtain quotes for a new corporation school bus. Motion GL/DB. Carried 4-0.
Administrator’s Comments
Lucy Schmidt announced the new sign is in place at the intermediate school and looks good.
The administrative offices have been moved to utilize the space in the front offices more effectively.
This Thursday has been set aside as band night to see if there is interest by intermediate school students in joining the band. Michael West, who was introduced at this time, expressed an eagerness to get started. He will be covering the intermediate and high school buildings.
Mrs. Schmidt ended her comments by informing the Board that today was the first day for remediation at the intermediate school.
Jim Regenold reported the high school library has been painted and carpeted and looks very nice.
Mr. Regenold informed the Board he received a letter from the Lion’s Club after a performance by our Crescendo Choir under the direction of Rhonda Bargerstock that was very complimentary.
Jim announced the next home ballgame will feature presentations to two of our former graduates and athletes who have excelled in their areas. Jodie Howell, Miss Basketball, now playing for Purdue University and J.D. Closser who has become a pro athlete in baseball. Both will be in attendance.
Mr. Regenold thanked Matt DeVault for the years he spent coaching football for the high school. Due to his recent resignation applications have been taken for a replacement. An interview team made up of Chris Schnepp, Doug Bellar and Rachel Young, are looking to narrow down the search to eight applicants who will receive interviews and then the field will be narrowed down to three candidates who will be given a second interview before a decision for a new football coach is made.
Dick Sizelove complimented his custodial staff for their work over the holidays. The elementary building looks great. Mr. Sizelove has had the Community Center request usage of their gymnasium for youth basketball. Dick will be looking into the possibility of hiring someone during the time they use the building to keep kids from running though the halls and make the building safe and secure for all involved. He will report on his efforts at a later time before he will allow the facility request to go through.
Scott Zent reported we will be purchasing books for reading and handwriting this year and will be attending an upcoming textbook fair.
Scott reported he and Amy Roberts are working together to host a special education bus seminar for the region.
Amy Roberts announced the special education teachers are gearing up for case reviews. Reviews are due annually and scheduled before a twelve month period has elapsed on each special ed student.
The first training session for paraprofessionals will take place next week. Amy reported she is looking at the possibility of piloting a web based IEP for our schools.
Superintendent Report
Mr. Willey reiterated the sign is now in place. He thanked the maintenance department for working with the sign installation in the rain. He also thanked Dan Ice for his work downloading software and preparing the sign to be functional.
Mr. Willey reported the intermediate school basketball goals are now in place.
He thanked Michael West for his willingness to work with our band and announced he will also be doing substitute teaching for us as well.
Jim Willey announced our principals have been busy with remediation efforts and we are looking at utilizing someone from Indiana University to help us make improvements in our special education program.
Dr. Gaunt asked who will be responsible for the messages that will be posted on our new sign. Mr. Willey informed him those duties will be assigned to our principals.
Leave Request Agenda
A motion to accept the Leave Request Agenda as presented was called for. Motion GL/JM. Carried 4-0. A copy is on file at the central office.
Personnel Request Agenda
A motion for accepting the personnel request agenda as presented was called for. JM/DB to approve. Carried 4-0. A copy is on file at the central office.
AEA Report
Dennis Shaw stated he had nothing to report.
Board Comments
Gary Libler welcomed Michael West to Alexandria Schools and stated he had already had the opportunity to check out the new basketball goals at the intermediate school with his daughter. He encouraged principals and staff to keep the academic momentum going for second semester.
Dan Baker thanked Mr. Willey for the work he did in getting our new sign delivered and installed. Mr. Baker also commented he was proud of the turnout from Alexandria schools for the County Basketball Tourney.
Jeff Montgomery also welcomed Michael West and told him not to hesitate calling him if he needed anything. Mr. Montgomery apologized for not attending the last Board meeting but was out of town on business.
Thomas Gaunt asked Mr. Regenold to give details again on their search for a football coach and wished them success as they pursued a new coach. He stated it was nice to be back from the holiday and hoped second semester will go well.
Public Comments
Linda Erwin stated she appreciated the principals and Mr. Willey bringing in someone to try to revive the band program in our schools.
Warren Brown, parent and concerned citizen, thanked Mr. Regenold for making the cafeteria available for the Alexandria Community Vision meeting to be held on January 25, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. He invited all interested parties and Board members to attend.
Bonnie Long, teacher, commented how much she appreciated the staff breakfast that was held in each building before the holiday break. She stated it was great to feel appreciated by administration and wanted to encourage anyone interested that heart shaped pancakes for Valentines might be a good idea.
A motion was made by DB/GL to adjourn the meeting. Carried 4-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Secretary, Daniel Baker
The next regular Board Meeting will be February 12, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the central office, 202 E. Washington Street. Executive Session will be held at 6:00 p.m.
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