Anna Community Consolidated School District 37 Board of Education met March 20.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
Board President Grant Capel called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Roll Call
Present Absent Arr. Late
Grant Capel ____X_____ __________ __________
Cheryl Ligon __________ __________ ___5:36___
Josh Gooden by phone__ __________ __________
Pam Needling ____X_____ __________ __________
Dave Sullivan ____X_____ __________ __________
Austin Walker ____X_____ __________ __________
Jim Hammer ____X_____ __________ __________
Superintendent, Julie Bullard
Principals, Mark Laster, Angela Clay, Rob Lannom
Staff, Julie Bonner, LaDonna Miller, Candace Linton, Tricia Shaffer, Candice Sauerbrunn, Shelly Cark, Tonya Hammer, Lisa James, Lori Rich, Anna Rodriguez, Holly Newman, Stacey Plott, Barbara James, Clarissa Ralls, Hannah Youngman, Jennifer Osman, Jenny Sadler, Andrea Feloni, Jenny Hall, Erica Goines
Visitors, Linda LaFoon, Jon Shaffer, Adam Sauerbrunn, Alison Smith, Shane Osman, Ryan Dodd (Dodd Architects), Kelly Dallas, Mark Chamness, Kacey Chamness, Jason Hall
A motion was made by Jim Hammer and seconded by Dave Sullivan to approve the agenda for the meeting. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Pam Needling and seconded by Grant Capel to approve the consent agenda of the following items: Minutes of the January 19, 2023 Regular Meeting, Minutes of the January 30, 2023 Special Meeting, Minutes of the February 13, 2023 Special Meeting, Financial Reports: Activity Fund, Revolving Fund, Treasurer’s Report, Cafeteria Report, Insurance Report, Approve Bills and Payroll, Set graduation date for May 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m., Interagency Working Agreement with Archway, FY 2022 Audit Report, Amended 2022-2023 School Calendar. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
Mark Chamness gave public comment praising the district as a good school district and thanked the teachers for showing up and caring for children. He voiced his support of the teachers and worry regarding the no confidence vote.
Shane Osman gave public comment regarding Hannah Youngman’s letter about safety concerns. He discussed the secondary locks and the no confidence vote. He stated his opinion on the investigation.
Kelly Keller gave public comment concerning Mr. Brad Colwell, who has been recommended for the investigation.
Linda LaFoon gave public comment concerning Facebook posts by Board Members regarding other candidates.
AEEA presented an amended version of the Resolution letter. The food provided at parent/teacher conferences was delicious and much appreciated. The business expo was also very well received.
Ryan Dodd, Dodd Architects discussed secondary locks. Installation and asbestos processes were explained. A company is scheduled to come during spring break.
A motion was made by Dave Sullivan and seconded by Jim Hammer to create a disc golf activity fund. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Cheryl Ligon, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Cheryl Ligon and seconded by Pam Needling to approve the 2023-2024 School Calendar as presented. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Cheryl Ligon, yea; Josh Gooden, nay; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, nay; Austin Walker, nay; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
Action on the job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position was tabled at this time.
Superintendent Bullard reported on the following:
a.) IASB Update
b.) FOIA Request(s)
c.) Anna Community Consolidated School District #37 Educational Foundation Update
d.) Staffing Needs
e.) Finances
f.) Building Construction & Improvements Update
∙ Summer 2022 Projects (Lincoln Bathrooms and HVAC)
∙ Safety Grant Items (Door Locks, Window Film, Fence Wrap, Street Barricades)
∙ Davie Roof (Pre-bid meeting scheduled for 3/22/23)
∙ Parking Lot (Survey two weeks away, few minor issues with property lines)
Principal Laster reported IAR testing began on March 14 and is going well, with only one minor, state-wide issue so far. More comprehensive structure and guidelines are in place for Jr. High students during lunch and recess. This is going well. Minor issues were discussed at the building rep meeting on February 27 and have been dealt with. Preparations are beginning for ISA testing, which is given to all 5th and 8th grade students annually. Kindergarten screening will be held on March 28th. We have met with Gary Dahmer from the city to look at stop arms for traffic control after school and during emergencies. Third quarter grades are in. Report cards were sent home, and parent teacher conferences will be held March 16th and 21st. We are continuing to monitor student progress and any students in danger of retention.
Assistant Principal Lannom reported that volleyball season has ended, and golf and track are beginning. The bowling team had two members make it to state. There were three in-school suspensions and four out-of-school suspensions.
Assistant Principal Clay reported success with March Madness at Lincoln. Lincoln will host a Book Fair, and Reading Night is scheduled for April 27th.
A motion was made by Cheryl Ligon and seconded by Dave Sullivan to enter Executive Session for the purpose of 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 or against legal counsel for the public body to determine its validity. 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) and security procedures, school building safety and security, and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public, or public property. 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(8) Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
Board entered Executive Session at 6:32 p.m.
Board returned to Open Session at 8:39 p.m.
A motion was made by Cheryl Ligon and seconded by Jim Hammer to approve the executive session minutes from the February 23, 2023 Regular Meeting, the March 6, 2023 Special Meeting, and the March 9, 2023 Special Meeting. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Pam Needling and seconded by Austin Walker to hire Amanda Rich and Autumn McMahan as elementary teachers to begin with the 2023-2024 school year (pending successful completion of all required authorization forms, medical certifications, qualifications, etc.) Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Austin Walker and seconded by Cheryl Ligon to accept the resignation of Alan Mighell effective March 9, 2023. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Dave Sullivan and seconded by Jim Hammer to accept the resignation of Matt Lang as golf coach effective immediately. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Josh Gooden and seconded by Cheryl Ligon to hire Jason Leek as golf coach for the 2023 season. Roll call vote: Grant Capel, yea; Josh Gooden, yea; Pam Needling, yea; Dave Sullivan, yea; Austin Walker, yea; Jim Hammer, yea. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Dave Sullivan and seconded by Jim Hammer to adjourn at 8:54 p.m. with the next meeting being a regular meeting scheduled for April 17, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. Voice vote: Motion carried.
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