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Alden Hebron School District 19 Board met March 20.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

President Norton called the meeting of the Board of Education of Alden-Hebron Community Consolidated Unit School District #19 to order at 7:06 pm.

Roll Call

Present: Mr. Norton, Mrs. Combs, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Stauss, Ms. Coulman

Absent: Mr. Winkelman (in at 7:12), Mr. Eskridge

Also Present:

Dr. Debbie Ehlenburg-Superintendent, Tim Hayunga-MS/HS Principal, Tiffany Elswick-ES Principal, Pat Syens-Treasurer, Scott Redden-Buildings & Grounds, Cyndie ErckfritzTransportation, Karen Fallon-Kindergarten Teacher, Kristen Norton-ELL Teacher, Davina VanderPal-Academic Advisor, Jareli Aguilar, Caroline Norton, Karly Strand, Morgan Baldwin, Melanie Nielsen, Leigha Erckfritz, Madison Baldwin (Student Ambassadors).

Correspondence:

Correspondence received: FOIA request on 03/02/18 from SmartProcure for information regarding vendors and purchase orders. The request was satisfied on 03/06/18 by Mrs. Alfonso.

Communications:

Public Comments

Mr. Hayunga introduced Mrs. VanderPal and the HS Student Ambassadors. Mrs. VanderPal stated that, as the Academic Advisor, it is her ambition “to inspire the next generation of young leaders to make a positive impact at Alden-Hebron.” She described the Student Ambassadors’ purpose as working closely with herself and Mr. Hayunga to assist with tasks, programs and events while demonstrating leadership, pride and professionalism. The Ambassadors explained that it is their goal, through greater involvement in the school and the community and maintaining positive attitudes, to improve Alden-Hebron Schools. It is their intention to encourage school spirit, lead 6th Grade and Freshman orientation, and work with transfer students to help them adapt to District 19. So far, the group has helped decorate and host the Veteran’s Day Ceremony; organized a District-wide Pep Assembly, a “Freestyle” Boy’s wrestling meet, and a “Batman Blackout” event at a HS Boy’s Basketball Game. They have also designed and had printed a brochure for the program and a “Welcome” folder to be distributed to incoming 6th Graders, Freshman, and transfer students, containing helpful information about the school. In the coming school year, the Ambassadors propose to design spirit wear t-shirts that would grant entry to any MS or HS home athletic event for anyone who purchases one. Finally, Mrs. VanderPal shared the criteria and the process for becoming a member of the Ambassadors, which include being an incoming Freshman (or older), and submitting an application essay.

Staff Comments:

None

Board Comments:

Mr. Madsen commented that the Student Ambassador projects and activities are a great idea. Mr. Norton thanked Mrs. VanderPal and the Ambassadors for their presentation and their dedication and enthusiasm to improve the District.

Mr. Winkelman announced that Spring Sports are underway, asking that everyone continue to support the student athletes and sharing that the HS Baseball team won their game this afternoon 7-4.

Consent Agenda:

The following were reviewed under the consent agenda.

*A. Approval of February 20, 2018 Regular session minutes

*B. Recap of February 2018 Expenditures

*C. Treasurer’s Report for February 2018

*D. Approval of Current Invoices & Payroll

*E. 2017-18 IHSA Membership

*F. Personnel Report

*G. Fund Raising Request: HSBB & SB, Crandall’s dinner 3/12/18

*H. Overnight HSBB & HSSB trip, 3/30/18

*J. Approve 8th Grade Recognition date: 05/24/18

*K. At-risk Summer School

*L. SpEd Summer School

Mr. Stauss moved, Mrs. Combs seconded to approve the consent agenda, corrected as follows:

The 2017-18 IHSA Membership was removed because it is the wrong year.

Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Combs, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Stauss, Ms. Coulman

Nays: None

Absent: Mr. Eskridge

Motion Carried

Business

Administration:

Elementary Principal Report – as presented

Mrs. Elswick added:

•PARCC testing has been completed

•Girls on the Run has begun with 24 girls and 4 coaches

•The 5th Grade Service Learners have been invited to attend the WE Day Illinois event at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont on April 25.

MS/HS Principal Report – as presented

Mr. Hayunga added:

•MS/HS is almost finished with PARCC testing

•SAT/PSAT will be given on 4/10/18, followed by the Science Assessment

•The Student Ambassadors are doing a great job!

Dr. Debbie Ehlenburg – Superintendent – as presented

Dr. Ehlenburg presented a draft of a letter to be sent to potential District Facilities Committee members. She also distributed a copy of the proposed 2018-2019 school calendar.

Village:

•Ms. Coulman attended the Village meeting on 3/19.

•The maintenance and the painting of the water tower will begin.

•The police chief will begin giving free gun locks to citizens who request them.

•Village is looking into getting Dial-a-Ride services

•Considering getting decibel meters to measure and combat noise pollution during the summer months

Finance:

Mrs. Syens stated that work has begun on the FY19 budget and 3-year projection.

Physical Structures/Maintenance:

Mr. Redden reported that the boiler that was fixed in January is now broken beyond repair. He has begun research and is getting quotes for having it replaced. He is also getting quotes for locker repairs. The Building and Grounds Committee meeting was set for Monday, April 9th at 6:30 pm in the District Office.

Transportation:

Mrs. Erckfritz shared that the Bus Driver Refresher Course has been completed for all of the drivers.

Curriculum And Policy:

1st Reading of Policies

School Board

2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure

Operational Services

4:40 Incurring Debt

Personnel

5:20 Workplace Harassment Prohibited

5:170 Copyright

Communications

Public Comments:

None

Staff Comments:

None

Board Comments:

Mrs. Combs thanked all who attended the HS Baseball/Softball Dinner at Crandall’s. 420 people were served.

Mr. Norton moved, Mr. Madsen seconded to go into Executive Session at 7:54 pm for the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees; and pending litigation.

Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Combs, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Stauss, Ms. Coulman

Nays: None

Absent: Mr. Eskridge

Motion Carried

Returned to Open Session at 8:26 pm

Adjournment:

Ms. Coulman moved, Mr. Stauss seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:26 pm.

Motion Carried

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