Alden-Hebron School District #19 Board of Education met Dec. 21.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
President Norton called the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Alden-Hebron Community Consolidated Unit School District #19 to order at 7:03 p.m.
Roll Call
PRESENT: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
ABSENT: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
ALSO PRESENT: Katie Beck-SSC, Aaron Butler-MS/HS Principal, Nick Ciccotosto, Ray Stalker, Steve Fritsch
Present REMOTE:, Colleen Geils-Instructional Coach
CORRESPONDENCE
• 12/14/22—FOIA from Vince Espi at LocalLabs (publisher of Prairie State Wire), wanting information about D19’s BOE members. Satisfied on 12/14.
• 12/16/22—FOIA from SmartProcure requesting information about purchase orders and vendor records since 7/21/21. Satisfied by Mrs. Alfonso on 12/19/22.
COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments
None
Staff Comments
Mrs. Elswick congratulated staff and students, the first semester is nearly over—Great Job and Happy New Year.
Board Comments
None
Consent Agenda
The following were reviewed under the consent agenda:
*A. Approval of November 16, 2022 Regular and Executive Session Meeting Minutes
*B. Recap of November 2022 Expenditures
*C. Treasurer’s Report for November 2022
*D. Approval of Current Invoices & Payroll
*E. Personnel Report
Mr. Winkelman moved; Mr. Madsen seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
Eric Slocum-ES Principal Report-as presented
Aaron Butler-MS/HS Principal Report-as presented
Tiffany Elswick-Superintendent Report-as presented
Mrs. Elswick added:
• She is happy that Mrs. Elizabeth Stroh, who has been a long-term substitute art teacher for D19 will be joining the district on January 6, 2023, as the full-time District art teacher.
• Ms. Katie Rosio will be student-teaching in first grade starting with the 2nd Semester.
• Presented the FY24 School Calendar for approval.
Mr. Madsen moved; Mr. Winkelman seconded to approve FY24 school calendar.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
Village
Regarding the 12/08/22 VOH Board Meeting—Pledge of Allegiance was recited, Executive Session was held.
Alden Township
Mr. Madsen attended the Alden Township meeting. He reported that the township bills were paid and discussion was held regarding the Township/Road Fund.
Hebron Township
Mrs. Johnson attended the Hebron Township meeting. Items discussed included:
• Water bill assistance
• Reviewed/adopted levy
Physical Structures and Maintenance-as presented
Mr. Hoss added that the RTU will be fixed next week. Mrs. Johnson inquired about the gate at the ES
being fixed and/or obtaining “movable” fencing. Mrs. Elswick agreed to look into that.
Facilities Update
Regarding the replacement of the RTU’s at the ES—Helm submitted a proposal of $355,000. Along with fees from Wold and Gilbane, total cost would be $900,000.
Mr. Norton moved; Mr. Madsen seconded to reject the bid from Helm to replace the RTU’s at the ES building.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
Mr. Norton moved; Mrs. Johnson seconded to approve the MOU from Schneider Electric.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
Mr. Madsen suggested that in the future, research be done on other companies that provide the same services.
Transportation Report-as presented
Curriculum/Policy
Mrs. Johnson stated that the Policy Committee met to review the policy updates suggested by PRESS.
Changes of note include:
• The state has extended the time within which a school district needs to seat a new board from 28 days to 40 days following the election
• Waivers for student fees/fines
• Required cash reserve balance to be disclosed at budget and levy hearings
• Amount of time long-term substitute teachers and short-term substitute teachers may sub in a district for a particular teacher.
First Reading of Policies:
2:20 Powers and Duties of the School Board
2:30 School District Elections
2:50 Board Member Term of Office
2:100 Board Member Conflict of Interest
2:105 Ethics and Gift Ban
2:210 Organizational School Board Meeting
2:250 Access to District Public Records
2:265 Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Procedure
3:10 Goals and Objectives
3:50 Administrative Personnel Other Than the Superintendent
3:60 Administrative Responsibility of the Building Principal
4:10 Fiscal and Business Management
4:120 Food Services
4:140 Waiver of Student Fees
4:165 Awareness and Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Grooming Behaviors
4:190 Target School Violence Prevention Program
5:10 Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment
5:20 Workplace Harassment Prohibited
5:120 Employee Ethics; Code of Professional Conduct; and Conflict of Interest
5:190 Teacher Qualifications
5:200 Terms and Conditions of Employment
5:220 Substitute Teachers
5:250 Leaves of Absence
5:270 Employment At-Will, Compensation, and Assignment
5:280 Duties and Qualifications
5:290 Employment Termination and Suspensions
5:320 Evaluation
5:330 Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays, and Leaves
6:15 School Accountability
6:20 School Year Calendar and Day
6:50 School Wellness
6:60 Curriculum Content
6:65 Student Social and Emotional Development
6:160 English Learners
6:220 Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) Program; Responsible Use and Conduct
6:250 Community Resource Persons and Volunteers
6:255 Assemblies and Ceremonies
6:260 Complains About Curriculum, Instructional Materials, and Programs
6:270 Guidance and Counseling Program
6:280 Grading and Promotion
6:300 Graduation Requirements
6:310 High School Credit for Non-District Experiences; Course Substitutions, Re-Entering Students
6:340 Student Testing and Assessment Program
7:10 Equal Educational Opportunities
7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited
7:50 School Admissions and Student Transfers To and From Non-District Schools
7:70 Attendance and Truancy
7:100 Health, Eye, and Dental Examinations; Immunizations; and Exclusion of Students
7:180 Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
7:190 Student Behavior
7:250 Student Support Services
7:285 Anaphylaxis Prevention, Response, and Management Program
7:290 Suicide and Depression Awareness and Prevention
7:340 Student Records
Special Education- SSC Report-as presented
Mrs. Beck added that the PFA and PI grants have been extended for 2 more years and that PFAE can be written for full-day attendance.
Future Agenda Items
Facilities planning options:
• Start back up in January
• Wait until new BOE is seated in April, 2023
COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments
Mr. Fritsch wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and thanked everyone for their
hard work.
Staff Comments
None
Board Comments
• Mrs. Johnson wished the staff and administration a healthy break.
• Mr. Norton stated that his term as BOE member/President is up and he will not be seeking reelection. He loved being a part of the BOE and the school district.
• Mr. Winkelman stated that Mr. Norton and Mrs. Norton have given a lot to the District. They are part of the District family and will be missed.
Executive Session
Mr. Eskridge moved; Mr. Madsen seconded to go into executive Session at 7:56pm for the purpose of the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance of specific employees, and semiannual review of Executive Session Minutes.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
Returned to Open Session at 8:59pm.
Actions resulting from Executive Session:
Mrs. Johnson moved; Mr. Winkelman seconded to release the following Executive Session Minutes:
08/17/2022, 07/20/2022, 06/17/2022.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Eskridge, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mrs. Smith, Mr. Berg
Motion Carried
Adjournment
Mr. Winkelman moved; Mr. Madsen seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:02pm.
Motion Carried.
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