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Richmond-Burton Community High School Board of Education met December 13.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education, District #157, Richmond-Burton Community High School was called to order by Vice President Dave Thomas at 7:35 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance:

Roll Call Members Present: Highley, Thomas, Graham, Keim, Alvarado,

Members Absent: Holtz, Gough

Also Present: Dr. Lind, Superintendent; Mr. Enright, Principal; and Mr. Nolen, Associate Principal

Consent Agenda:

• November 15, 2017Regular Meeting Minutes

• Board Bills: $144,052.00 and Extra Bills $70,366.24

• Payroll: November $484,249.14

• Treasurer’s Report

• Discard Closed Session Audio Tapes: May 28, 2016

Motion by Highley and seconded by Alvarez to approve the Consent Agenda items as submitted.

Roll Call

Ayes: Highley, Alvarez, Thomas, Keim, Graham,

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5 – 0

Public Input:

None

Reports:

The following Reports were reviewed:

• Fund Balance Report, Interest Report, Fund Comparison Report, Imprest Account Report, Activity Account Financial Report

• Principal’s Report – This year Richmond-Burton Community High School had 28 Illinois State Scholars which is consistent with numbers in the past. Illinois State Scholars are determined through a formula that includes ACT scores and class rank. The Scholars’ academic performance is also in the top 10% of all students in Illinois. The 28 Illinois State Scholars will have their names placed on a plaque in the main hallway. Registration for classes will by January 16 thru February 9, 2018. Results from the 5 essential survey will aide in writing SIP Goals. We are working on getting increased participation in the survey.

• Assistant Principal’s Report – Results from the 8th Grade PSAT will be used in course selection for incoming freshman. Mr. Nolen highlighted the 1st Semester Exam schedule.

• Curriculum Director’s Report – The RB Language Arts department along with the Nippersink Middle School Language Arts department met at the District Office to come together on curriculum and growth needed to ensure the 8th graders are ready for Language Arts in High School. SAT scores are out with Illinois setting higher standards. OntoCollege is the SAT Preparation program; it was formerly John Baylor.

• Student Services Report

• Activity Director’s Report

• Lunch Report

• Transportation Report

• Technology Report

• FOIA Request: none

Old Business:

None

New Business:

• Approve 2017 Levy Request Resolutions and Certificate of Levy

Dr. Lind advised the Board to become educators of the community as to the process of the levy decisions. A decision was made to approve the 2017 Estimated Tax Levy Resolution as presented

Motion by Graham and seconded by Alvarez to approve the 2017 Tax Levy Resolutions and Certificate of Tax Levy as presented.

Roll Call

Ayes: Graham, Alvarez, Keim, Thomas, Highley,

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5– 0

• Establish Board of Education 2017 Meeting Dates

Motion by Keim and seconded by Graham to approve the D157 BOE 2018 official meeting schedule as presented.

Voice Vote

Ayes: 5

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5 - 0

• School Calendar 2017-18 Discussion

The Calendar Committee met, the 2018-19 calendar is similar to the past. Work has been done to align the calendar closer to Nippersink District 2 so that Teacher Institute Days can be a duel effort. This will help align curriculum and goals to ensure a smooth transition from Middle School to High School. Final recommendation for adoption will be at the January Board Meeting.

• Board Policy Updates – Adoption

These policies are recommended by Press, to be in place as per the law and stood as first reading in November. No questions were received and no revisions were made. Recommendation is to adopt the policies as presented.

2:210 Organizational School Board Meeting

2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure

4:70 Resource Conservation

6:80 Teaching About Controversial Issues

6:180 Extended Instructional Programs

6:210 Instructional Materials

6:290 Homework

6:330 Achievement and Awards

7:80 Release Time for Religious Instruction/Observance

7:160 Student Appearance

8:70 Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities

6:60 Curriculum Content

Motion by Graham and seconded by Keim to approve the proposed policy revisions as presented.

Voice Vote

Ayes: 5

Nays: 0 Motion Carried: 5 – 0

• Facility Use Request

Jr. Rocket Basketball

Motion by Keim and seconded by Alvarez to approve the Facility Use Request:

Roll Call

Ayes: Keim, Alvarez, Highley, Thomas, Graham

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5 – 0

• Creation of a Permanent Security Committee

Dr. Lind requested the formation of a Security Committee with board members. Board Members Alvarez, Highley, and Holtz expressed interest to start and serve on this committee.

• Facility Use Policy Changes and Updates

Discussion was had pertaining to the need to get the policy and the request forms to align. This will go to the Buildings and Grounds Committee. Board Members Graham, Gough, and Thomas expressed interest to serve on this committee.

• Consideration of Release of Closed Session Minutes

Recommendation is not to release any due to their continued need for confidentially.

Motion by Keim and seconded by Highley to keep all closed session minutes closed at this time due to their continued need for confidentially.

Roll Call

Ayes: Keim, Highley, Thomas,Graham,

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5 – 0

Adjournment:

Motion by Keim and Seconded by Highley to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:12 p.m. Voice Vote: Ayes: 5

Nays: None Motion Carried: 5 - 0

Next Regular Meeting January 17, 2018

Board of Education of Richmond-Burton

Community High School District #157

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