1)Date: February 21, 2018
2)Present were: Misty Schafer, Duane Johnson, Angela Riehl, Nicole Schurhamer, Superintendent Meier, Principal Seiler, Assistant Principal Hettich, and Business Manager Kirchmeier. Other attendees Brett Thompson, Vicky Bender, Alyssa Meier, Sarah Selle, Brianna Busch, and Cheryl Sawicki.
3)Regular Board Meeting: The Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM with the Pledge of Allegiance.
4)Approval of Agenda: Riehl/Schurhamer moved to approve the agenda. All in favor. Motion carried.
5)Approval of Consent Agenda: The Consent Agenda includes the minutes of previous meetings, the presentation of bills, and the financial reports. Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve the consent agenda. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
6)Presentation of Bills:
7)Standing Reports
a)Athletic report:Girls Basketball is in their post season. They took 2nd in the district tournament. Jade and Lauren Koski and Taylor Bergquist made the all -tournament team. Lauren and Jade Koski made the all -district team. They will begin regionals on Monday February 19th. To be continued. All Region Academic 2nd team (3.30-3.69): Kiara Johnson and Emilie Filipek. 1st Team (3.7-4.0): Jade Koski and Lauren Koski, Tya Shiele, Sarah Selle, Taylor Bergquist, Erin Thompson, Tatelyn Schurhamer, Haley Vollmer, Hannah Fisher, Abbie Mehlhoff. These athletes will receive a certificate and all schools will be listed in the media. Boys Basketball is heading into post season with district tournament ahead of them starting February 23. We already know that the boys all region all academic 2nd team will be: Logan Quinn, Cole Leintz, Nick Backman. 1st team Tucker Scheile, Tanner Earsly, Justin Inglis. We have two players Nick Backman and Tate Dickson that scored their 1000th career point this year. They will be added to the plaque on the wall by the gym. JHBBB ends in March and 4-5-6 boys’ basketball and girls VB will begin. We are currently looking for track and field coaches for this spring. The openings have been posted. We have also posted an assistant volleyball position. We had a co-op meeting between Wilton and Wing to continue working on the agreement that was updated in the fall of the year. There were many discussions and concerns at this meeting regarding our co-op and the Southern McLean Co-op. Cheerleading season is over. All in all, we believe it was a good first year. We had some spirited girls that were willing to step out of the box and we appreciate all they did. We look forward to next year. FFA groups have been busy attending competitions around the state. Archery has also been very busy with meets. WE just had a very successful meet in Wilton. There were many schools attending and the meet was run very well, and all went smoothly. Coaches had many archers getting awards, as well as some team awards. There will be a compiled report at the end of the season. Speech is underway with about 5 competitors. They will attend various meets around the state. Close-up group is very close to their DC trip. They have been working very hardat raising the money. They sponsored an adult dinner and dance as their last fundraiser. More discussion to follow. The staff participated in a Super Bowl challenge. The teams totaled their points they received from exercising and working out on Super Bowl Sunday, it was a challenging task, considering the day! Its Winter Olympic time for the staff this month. We are participating in various “Olympic” style fun activities that range from trivia to match to speed skating. We can’t wait to see who wins the Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals.
b)Technology report: Purchase of four 16 inch markerboards to go along with projector replacement project. Approximately $2704.95 (free Shipping over $2000). Riehl/Johnson moved to approve the purchase of the markerboards for $2704.95. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried. NDSA is from March 14 – May 18. This is a new test. Mr. Thompson attended a training on Feb 14 on test administration and changes. We renewed our NWEA agreement. We will continue to take Math and Reading tests and have added in NWEA skills. Skills is a suite that allows us to meet specific student needs as indicated by NWEA data. Mr. Thompson presented a draft technology budget for 2018-2019.
c)Principal report:The Continuous Improvement Team has been working hard on getting ready for our AdvancEd Engagement Review in March. We had parents, staff, and students complete surveys and gave prizes to the winning participating staff and parents. We had our Wilton Staff Christmas Party at Dickies Barbeque Pit and we had about 60 people in attendance. We heard great feedback and were very happy with the turnout! The MTSS Team went to training in February. They are working hard to figure out the behavior and academic pathways. The 100th day of School was January 29th. The students and staff members had a dress up competition to celebrate being 100 days smarter! Bingo for books was also help on January 29th. Over 100 new books went into the hands of kids! We also had a book swap with an entire room full of books! 2 of our students competed in the County Spelling Bee. Both will continue to the State Spelling Bee. Miss Hettich went to the NDAESP conference at the beginning of February and connected with many of the surrounding principals to hear the great things they are doing and took away great ideas. Our paraprofessionals participated in behavior training in January. Teachers and administrators are leading Juniors in ACT Prep sessions to get them prepared for their test in March 20th. FCCLA week was last week is happening now. Every day they have had something fun for students to do and participate in! Jump Rope for Heart was held in January and students did a great job of raising money for the American Heart Association. Upcoming: Students have been working hard to prepare for Student Led Conferences that will be happening at the end of the month. Hebron teachers will be coming to watch our teachers implement MTSS. March is Reading Month. They have great things planned to get students excited about reading! National Honor Society students are her to tell you what they have been up to! Sara Selle presented a summary of all the activities they have been doing. Mrs. Durkin would like to extend National Honor Society to also include Jr. National Honor Society (7th – 9th grade). Johnson/Riehl moved to approve adding of Jr. National Honor Society. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
d)Superintendent report: We have had several audits in the last few months: Federal Title Programs and Ledgers, WSI, Annual Audit. Mrs. Meier gave update on Summer Program. The AdvancED review is March 28 and March 29. Mrs. Meier presented a budget update and Aide time and hiring for next year. Teaching contracts will be ready to go out March 1st. Mrs. Meier attended Main Street ND and Innovation Plans. She shared the shortages and openings state wide in education. Superintendent Evaluation will be at the March meeting, March meeting was moved up to March 14th.
e)Special committees:
i)Building level committee:Technology Committee – Electro-watchman presented to the committee right before the board meeting. We received bids for updating the camera system. Mrs. Busch gave the board an overview of the building level technology committee – we have Tech Tuesdays, Peer-led Tech Tuesday were teachers help teachers with tech needs and teaching ideas.
ii)School Board committees:Transportation/facilities – projects, air condition bids and committee recommendations on who to go with, floors, playground, sinks and faucets. Co-op – had a meeting Feb. 7th discussed fiscal agent and football co-op. Technology – we met today regarding camera system.
8)Unfinished Business:
a)Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve the transfer of $500 from previous grad class fund to the Close-up fund. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
9)New Business:
a)Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve the open enrollment applications for the following families Kraft, Leifson, Traxel, and Jacobs. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
b)Business Manager Kirchmeier will present the timelines and recommendations set by North Dakota School Board Association. Riehl/Johnson moved to approve the 2018 school board election to be held on June 12, 2018. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
c)Letters of resignation from Rob Erlandson for Bus Driver at the end of this school year and Kelly Erlandson for Cheerleading Coach. Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve resignations from Rob Erlandson Bus Driver and Kelly Erlandson Cheerleading Coach. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
d)The recommendation from the building committee is to accept the bid from Lindtech for the elementary air conditioning project. Johnson/Riehl moved to approve the bid with Lindtech for $82,995. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
e)School Board Policy
i)Riehl/Schurhamer moved to approve the first reading of policy KAAD with the following changes: add “and posting” after distribution in line 3, add “and collection of signatures on petitions,” after material in line 3, add “KAAD-BR” after regulation in line 6, add employee, or other individual on school property” after student, in line 7, remove lines 13-16 stating “The allowances delineated in this policy do not apply to the paid advertising and direct solicitations. No Paid advertising of commercial product/services or direct solicitations shall be permitted in school buildings, on school grounds, or on district property.” Add “This policy does not apply to the pre-approved sale of goods on school property. The Superintendent shall develop separate criteria governing this matter, which shall, at least, limit direct sales to those having a school-related purpose, which is consistent with the district’s mission statement. This policy does not apply to district acceptance of paid advertising and third-party sponsorship. The Superintendent shall develop separate criteria governing this matter, which shall, at least, require advertisers and sponsors to have a purpose and/or mission consistent with the district’s mission.” under the heading Non-Applicable Provisions.” Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
ii)Reihl/Johnson moved to approve the first reading of KAAD-BR as presented. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
iii)Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve the first reading of policy FFB with the following changes: add “Student attendance is the responsibility of the parent(s)/guardian(s) and students. Enrolled students must attend school regularly. Attendance records will be maintained for each student. Each teacher is responsible for accurate reporting of daily attendance. The Board believes that excessive absences are a form of misconduct and authorizes the Superintendent to establish grade-appropriate academic and disciplinary guidelines. Students will be afforded appropriate due process rights based on the severity of the penalty that the District is considering imposing.” under the heading Attendance and Absences, remove “North Dakota law contains compulsory attendance requirements for students ages seven through sixteen. In order to comply with and enforce these requirements, the Board establishes the following attendance policy. Section 1”, remove “For purposes of compulsory attendance reporting under NDCC 15.1-20-02.1 (1-2):”, remove “that the district will not use in determining if a compulsory attendance violation occurred. Any absence may be excused if it is” after absence in line 7, add “and any absence beyond ten days in a semester unless accompanied by applicable documentation” after absence in line 14, remove Section 1.B, replace Section III: Documentation Requirements with “Verification of Absences”, remove Section III, remove “what constitutes a compulsory attendance violation.” After defines in line 55, add “compulsory attendance requirements for students ages seven through sixteen and what constitutes a compulsory attendance violation” after defines in line 55, add “and applicable regulations” after policy in line 62, and remove “make available to parents annually” in line 63. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
iv)Johnson/Riehl moved to approve the first reading of FFB-BR with the following changes: remove section Disciplinary Consequences for Unapproved Absences lines 1-14, remove “and/or unapproved” after unexcused in line 21, replace “unapproved” with “unexcused” in line 25. Add “Excessive Absences Guidelines A student is limited to a total of ten absences per class per semester. Any absence beyond ten will be marked as unexcused unless accompanied by applicable documentation. To inform parents of excessive attendance: 1.) A letter will be sent on the sixth absence of the semester. 2.) A second letter will be sent on the ninth absence of the semester. 3.) A final letter requesting a meeting with administration and the school resource officer will be sent on the tenth absence of the semester to review attendance, develop an intervention plan to avoid further absences, and determine if there was a truancy violation under NDCC 15.1-20.02.1(3). The only exceptions to the above absence limit are school-sponsored activities, in-school suspension, and absences with applicable documentation stating the specific time that the student was not able to be in school. Unusual situations or exceptions will be considered by the administration. High School students will be placed on a credit recovery program after ten absences in any class in one semester. Failure to complete credit recovery will result in loss of credit. “after line 25.Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
v)Schurhamer/Riehl moved to rescind Wilton School Board policy AAC. The North Dakota School Boards Association has provided the Board with an updated policy which will be adopted to replace the former policy. Past practice will govern district operations covered by the former policy until replaced by the new policy adopted by the Board of the Wilton School District. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
vi)Schurhamer/Riehl moved to approve the first reading of policy AAC as presented by North Dakota School Boards Association.Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
vii)Riehl/Schurhamer moved to reaffirm policies FCAF and FDB-BR with no changes. Roll call vote: Schafer – yes, Johnson – yes, Riehl – yes, Schurhamer – yes. Motion carried.
10)Other Items: Discussion on previous graduate surveys. Leader News Coverage was amazing in last paper.
11)Announcements:
12)Next Meeting: March 14th, 2018 at 6:30pm. Policy/Curriculum Committee Meeting March 14th, 2018 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
13)Motion to Adjourn: Riehl/Johnson moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:13PM. Motion carried.
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Board PresidentBusiness Manager
School BoardAdministration
Lodee Arnold, PresidentAmanda Meier, Superintendent
Misty Schafer, Vice PresidentCourtney Seiler, Principal
Angela RiehlMacy Hettich, Assistant Principal
Nicole SchurhamerJenna Kirchmeier, Business Manager
Duane Johnson