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Woodstock Community Unit School District No. 200 Board of Education met Tuesday, Jan. 24.

Here are the minutes as provided by Woodstock CUSD No. 200:

Woodstock CUSD 200 is located at 227 W. Judd St., Woodstock.

BOARD OF EDUCATION WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS REGULAR MEETING Clay Professional Development Center January 24, 2017

I - CALL TO ORDER

Mr. Gilmore, President, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Mr. Gilmore read the following statement: Board member L. William Nattress III has submitted a request to participate in tonight’s meeting remotely via electronic means. Mr. Nattress notified the Superintendent of this request in advance and his request has met the requirements of the Board of Education’s Policy regarding meeting participation by electronic means.

II - ROLL CALL

Present: Mr. Gilmore, Mr. Goerlitz, Ms. Goodwin, Mr. Meyer, Mr. Miceli, Mr. Nattress (via electronic means), Mr. Shinherr, Dr. Moan, Superintendent, Mr. Brian McAdow, Associate Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations, Mr. George Oslovich, Assistant Superintendent for Middle and High School Education, Dr. Dana Smith, Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood and Elementary Education, and Mrs. Risa Hanson, Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Nattress pulled Consent Agenda Item 2.2.5, Approval of the 2018-2019 School Calendar, noting that the proposed calendar did not include trimester end dates.

Mr. Gilmore suggested bringing the amended 2018-2019 School Calendar including trimesters to the Board for approval at the next Board of Education meeting.

III - CONSENT AGENDA

MOTION -- Moved by Ms. Goodwin and seconded by Mr. Meyer to approve the Consent Agenda including minutes; personnel matters with addendum; financial reports; bills payable; and a Woodstock High School German Club/Delta Epsilon Phi co-curricular fundraising request, with roll call vote as follows:

Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Nattress - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

1. Approval of Minutes

1.1 Regular Meeting of January 10, 2017 1.2 Closed Session of January 10, 2017

2. Approval of Routine Personnel Matters

Employment Approve the employment of Josh Mairet as Special Education One-on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6.75 hours per day, 5 days per week, $10.95 per hour, plus $1.00 per hour personal hygiene differential. (CSMS)

Approve the employment of Carly Nihan as Special Education One-on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6.25 hours per day, 5 days per week, $10.95 per hour, plus $1.00 per hour personal hygiene differential. (OES)

Approve the employment of Madison Ahsmann as 1st Grade Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year at a pro-rated salary of $18,186, including Board-paid contribution to TRS. (WWE)

Approve the employment of Michelle Ventouras as Special Education One- on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, $10.95 per hour. (PWE)

Other Correct the records to show Brooke Piller will be employed in a position as PLC Lead Teacher (not PreK Lead Teacher) for the 2016-2017 school year, at a corrected stipend amount of $1,020. (VDELC)

Approve a change in hourly rate for Nicholas Damiano to $13.76 per hour for the 2016-2017 school year based on proof of 30 hours of college credit. (CSMS)

Approve the transfer of Mary Beth Martin-Bellavia to a position as LRC Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 4 hours per day, 5 days per week. (PWE)

Approve the transfer of Linda Olesen to a position as RtI Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6 hours per day, 5 days per week. (OES)

Approve the transfer of Brenda Fischer to a position as Special Education One-on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week. (PWE)

2. Approval of Routine Personnel Matters (Con’t)

Other (Con’t) Approve the transfer of Gretchen Guenther-Hutchens to a position as Special Education One-on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week. (NWMS)

Approve the transfer of Traci Slavin to a position as Special Education One-on-One Associate for the 2016-2017 school year at 6.75 hours per day, 5 days per week. This position includes the $1.00 per hour personal hygiene differential. (WNHS)

Approve a change in hourly rate for Joshua Mairet to $11.74 per hour for the 2016-2017 school year based on proof of 30 hours of college credit. (CSMS)

Correct the records to show that Michelle Sadler will receive the $1.00 per hour personal hygiene differential for the 2016-2017 school year. (VDELC)

Resignation Approve the resignation of Adal Gonzalez, currently on an unpaid leave of absence for the 2016-2017 school year, with resignation effective the end of the approved leave. (Dual Language Teacher)

Approve the resignation of Raul Petri Serrano, currently on an unpaid leave of absence for the 2016-2017 school year, with resignation effective the end of the approved leave. (Dual Language Teacher)

Approve the resignation of Camden Harlan, effective April 28, 2017. (WNHS -- Secretary to Athletic Director)

Approve the resignation of Kimberly Marvin, effective January 19, 2017. (VDELC -- Special Education Classroom Associate)

Approve the resignation of Deana Stanek, effective January 13, 2017. (Kids Club -- District Supervisory Associate)

Approve the resignation of Joan Grandrath, effective February 1, 2017. (Clay Academy -- Special Education Associate)

Approve the resignation of Gary Pierce, effective January 8, 2017. (Transportation -- Sub Driver)

2. Approval of Routine Personnel Matters (Con’t)

Resignation (Con’t) Approve the resignation of Sharon Horwath, effective February 3, 2017. (WHS/NWMS --French Teacher)

Leave of Absence Approve a leave of absence under FMLA for Steve Rick from January 23, 2017, and for an initial anticipated 1-2 months (with possible intermittent leave thereafter), using all available paid leave days concurrently, with any balance of the leave unpaid. (WNHS -- Assistant Principal)

Approve an extension of the approved FMLA leave for Keith Kulpinski through an anticipated return on approximately February 6, 2017, using all available paid leave days concurrently per doctor’s written instructions, with any balance of the leave unpaid. (WNHS/Transportation -- Special Education One-on-One/Bus Associate)

Approve a leave of absence for Gail Potoczky from a start date of January 10, 2017, and for length of time yet to be determined, using available paid sick leave days concurrently per doctor’s written instructions, with any balance of the leave unpaid. (Transportation -- Bus Driver)

Approve a leave of absence for Amanda Campbell from an anticipated start of March 13, 2017, and continuing through the remainder of the 2016-2017 school year, using available paid sick leave days until exhausted, with any balance of the leave unpaid. (PWE/NWMS/ CSMS -- Bilingual Special Education Teacher)

Approve a leave of absence under FMLA for Pam Cooper from a start date of January 9, 2017, and for length of time to be determined, using available paid sick leave days concurrently per doctor’s written instructions, with any balance of the leave unpaid. (WNHS -- LRC Associate)

3. Approval of Financial Reports (On File)

3.1 Treasurer’s Report 3.2 Investment Report 3.3 Budget Summary Report

4. Approval of Bills Payable (On File)

5. Approval of a Woodstock High School German Club/Delta Epsilon Phi Co-

Curricular Fundraising Request (On File)

1. Top Scorers, 2016 ACT

The American College Test (ACT) is one of two standardized college entrance examinations used across the country as a criterion for selection to colleges and universities. Last year approximately 160,000 Illinois high school juniors took the test and earned an average composite score of 20.8 on a 36-point scale. Eighteen Woodstock High School students and 17 Woodstock North High School students exceeded that average considerably by scoring 30 or better on the exam. This accomplishment places them at the ‘‘top of the class’’ when compared to all the students who took the test. Congratulations went to:

Woodstock High School

Vanessa Adams Samantha Jones Timothy Andersson Luke Klinefelter Ryan Baier Dakota McCoy Kathryn Dawdy Kelsi Morefield Paxson Dechant Sophia Rogers Shannon Fetzner Andrew Shelton Spencer Hanson Cora Uidl Luke Hodory Christian Villavicencio Samuel Hughes Benjamin Woodson

Woodstock North High School

Daniel Blalock Bradley Kohler Amy Carr Alyssa Massman Zachary Emricson Jonathan McCoy Wesley Ford Alec Molve Braeden Given Laura Nicks Ryan Hanson Colin Ritter Matthew Haynes William Taylor Anthony Killam Matthew Zinnen Timothy Killam

2. 2017 Illinois State Scholars

Twenty-three Woodstock High School seniors and 24 Woodstock North High School seniors have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars for 2017. The honor is awarded annually by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (IASC) which is the state’s central provider of college aid. Only the top ten percent of seniors from the nearly 800 high schools in Illinois qualified for this distinction which is based on a combination of SAT or ACT Exam scores, academic performance, and class rank at the end of the junior year.

2. 2017 Illinois State Scholars (Con’t)

While the recognition does not provide a monetary award, being named a State Scholar is an impressive honor that can be listed on applications for college admission and scholarships. Each recipient has received a certificate from the IASC. Congratulations went to this year’s Illinois State Scholars for their outstanding academic accomplishment.

Woodstock High School

Vanessa Adams William Maidment Timothy Andersson Dakota McCoy Cameron Brand Kelly Read Samantha Curtis Gabriella Scolio Kathryn Dawdy Lauryn Stewart Paxson Dechant Justin Tillman Shannon Fetzner Cora Uidl Jillian Hampston Christian Villavicencio Spencer Hanson Audrey Wojnicki Samuel Hughes Benjamin Woodson Samantha Jones Connor Zankle Luke Klinefelter

Woodstock North High School

Daniel Blalock Alyssa Massman Emilee Campisi Jonathan McCoy Amy Carr Alec Molve Zachary Emricson Caelan Moreno Wesley Ford Isabella Mutert Keara Halliday Laura Nicks Ryan Hanson Joshua Powell Matthew Haynes Colin Ritter Anthony Killam Brendan Smith Timothy Killam William Taylor Bradley Kohler Peyton Wood Bria Livengood Matthew Zinnen

3. Risa Hanson, ASBO Meritorious Budget Award for 2016-2017

The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) has once again bestowed one of its highest honors on District 200, which has earned its sixteenth Meritorious Budget Award for excellence in budget presentations. Chief Financial Officer Risa Hanson and her staff have achieved this significant accomplishment every year since 2002. The purpose of this award is to recognize school districts which demonstrate the highest standards of school budgeting. Only those that meet ASBO’s strict selection criteria are honored. MOTION -- Moved by Ms. Goodwin and seconded by Mr. Meyer to introduce the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Board of Education of Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 wishes to recognize the contributions of these individuals, and WHEREAS, District 200 has benefited as a result of these accomplishments; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 hereby bestows special recognition and a certificate of achievement on behalf of the citizens of the District, with roll call vote as follows:

Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Nattress - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

Mr. Nattress left the meeting at 7:13 p.m.

Mr. Gilmore informed the Board of Education of the need to go into Closed Session after the regular Board meeting to discuss personnel.

V - COMMUNICATIONS

1. A Woodstock North High School parent addressed the Board with concerns regarding the educational impact that closing Woodstock North High School would have on current and future students.

VI - SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1. Dr. Moan informed the Board that the next Facilities Review Committee meeting was scheduled for January 26, 2017 and committee members would review the facilities survey results at that meeting. He added that the meeting would be live streamed to assist with public access. Dr. Moan also mentioned that he would hold a Community Forum on January 31, 2017 to review the facilities survey results with the public.

2. Dr. Moan informed Board members that the second annual Technology Night was scheduled for Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Woodstock North High School. Much like last year, a variety of sessions on a number of topics relating to technology in our schools will be offered. In addition to presentations, the District is expanding the student demonstration area and there will be dozens of student presentations utilizing technology in our schools.

VII - UNFINISHED BUSINESS

There was no unfinished business.

VIII - NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval of Summer 2017 Life Safety Projects

Chief Financial Officer Risa Hanson explained that all Category A (Urgent) items from the approved 10-year Life Safety Survey were completed during the summer and fall of 2016. Mrs. Hanson added that administration has been consulting with the District’s architects to prioritize summer 2017 project work which includes Category B (Required) items and additional work that has been identified since the survey. The proposed summer 2017 projects include roof top HVAC systems at Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center and Greenwood Elementary School and masonry and tuckpointing at Mary Endres Elementary School, Olson Elementary School and Woodstock High School. The estimated $570,668 cost of these projects would be paid for from Life Safety funds.

Dr. Moan added that if the projects were approved, it would be important to bid the HVAC projects early so as not to impact the school schedule. MOTION -- Moved by Mr. Goerlitz and seconded by Ms. Goodwin to approve the use of Life Safety funds in order to perform the summer 2017 Life Safety project work, with roll call vote as follows: (On File)

Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

VIII - NEW BUSINESS

2. Second Quarter Review of the 2016-2017 Budget (On File)

In her quarterly review of the status of the budget, Chief Financial Officer Risa Hanson reported that revenues and expenditures are within their expected range for the midpoint of the school year in the Education Fund and Operations and Maintenance Fund. The O&M fund has continued to keep expenditures down by utilizing fixed rate utility costs. The Insurance Fund balance continues to remain stable and Mrs. Hanson anticipates this trend to continue.

3. Approval of Rosecrance, Inc. Mental Health Counseling Services

Agreement This item was included on the agenda so the Board of Education could approve an agreement with Rosecrance, Inc., to offer counseling services to District 200 high school students.

Dr. Moan explained that District 200 and Rosecrance, Inc., which is a McHenry County Based Behavioral Health Agency, propose to enter into an agreement to provide counseling services for high school students who are covered by Medicaid insurance or a Medicaid managed plan insurance. Counseling services would be provided to students who have both student and parental consent on file with Rosecrance. Rosecrance Mental Health counselors would be available on a part-time basis at both Woodstock High School and Woodstock North High School to offer counseling services that would be direct billed to parents.

Dr. Moan added that parental consent forms were updated to include information regarding mandated reporting that was requested by the Board of Education after their review at the January 10, 2017 Board meeting. MOTION- Moved by Mr. Meyer and seconded by Mr. Goerlitz to approve the agreement with Rosecrance, Inc., to provide counseling services for high school students who have parental and student consent on file with Rosecrance, Inc., with roll call vote as follows: (On File)

Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

IX - COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Mr. Meyer reported that the Education Foundation is meeting weekly in preparation for their annual fundraising event scheduled for February 11, 2017. Event tickets are on sale at the District Office and reverse raffle tickets are still available for purchase. Mr. Meyer reminded Board members that they each owe him $35 for the digital/electric smoker that he purchased as the Board’s donation for the fundraising event.

X -- CLOSED SESSION

MOTION -- Moved by Mr. Meyer and seconded by Mr. Goerlitz to go into closed session at 7:41 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity, with roll call vote as follows:

Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

The Board Returned to Open Session at 7:48 p.m.

XI - ADJOURNMENT

MOTION -- Moved by Ms. Goodwin and seconded by Mr. Meyer to adjourn the meeting at 7:49 p.m., with roll call vote as follows:

Ms. Goodwin - Yes Mr. Meyer - Yes Mr. Goerlitz - Yes Mr. Shinherr - Yes Mr. Miceli - Yes Mr. Gilmore - Yes

Carl W. Gilmore, President