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Alden Hebron School District 19 Board met May 15.

Here is 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 7:01 p.m.

Roll Call:

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

Absent: Mr. Eskridge

Also Present:

Dr. Debbie Ehlenburg–Superintendent, Tiffany Elswick-ES Principal, Tim HayungaMS/HS Principal, Pat Syens-Treasurer, Scott Redden-Buildings & Grounds, Colleen Geils-Media Specialist, Michelle Cashmore-Dean of Students, Karen FallonKindergarten, Pattie Peisert-1st Grade, Lisa Janowski-1st Grade, Marlene Trznadel, Annette Menge, Dan Menge, Antionette Menge, Danielle Menge, John Prentice, Cory Prentice, Riley Prentice, Gabby Prentice, Arthur Gritmacker, Renee Gritmacker, Justin Gritmacker.

Correspondence:

•4/27/18-Thank you note from the family of Jack Wightman, former superintendent of District 19 and Mrs. Peisert’s father, for donation made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his memory.

• 5/1/18-FOIA from ballotready.org requesting information on process of and requirements for seating BOE members and hiring a superintendent; satisfied on 5/3/18.

• 5/3/18-Thank you note from Village President, Kimmy Martinez for the invitation from Mrs. Geils and the Third Graders to come and see their projects on the history of Hebron

Communications:

Public Comments

Mrs. Cashmore presented awards to AHMS students who participated in the NOETIC Learning Math Contest. The biannual Middle School competition encourages interest in math while helping students develop problem solving skills. 33,000 students participated in the nationwide competition on April 5th. AHMS had 21 students take part in the contest. Winning awards for AHMS were: Riley Prentice, 6th grade—Team Leader and Honorable Mention; Jessica Webber, 6th grade—Honorable Mention; Justin Gritmacker, 7 th grade—Team Leader and National Honor Roll; Danielle Menge, 7th grade— Honorable Mention; Benjamin Gaddini, 8th grade—Team Leader and Honorable Mention. Mr. Norton commended the students for their fantastic work.

Staff Comments:

Dr. Ehlenburg extended thanks to Mrs. Cashmore and Mrs. Geils for all of their hard work with the 5th through 8th grade Service Learners and their project this year. Students and teachers did a great job under their leadership. Also, thanks to Mrs. Fallon for the work on Kindergarten Program that was held on Monday, May 14th.

Board Comments:

Mr. Winkelman mentioned that Alden-Hebron is hosting the HSSB Regionals and encouraged everyone to come out and support the teams as they are finishing out their seasons.

Consent Agenda:

The following were reviewed under the consent agenda.

*A. Approval of April 17, 2018 Meeting Minutes

*B. Recap of April 2018 Expenditures

*C. Treasurer’s Report for April 2018

*D. Approval of Current Invoices & Payroll

*E. Personnel Report

*F. Fund Raising Requests:

Class of ’20—Chocolate bar sales, 4/20-5/20/18; Class of “21—Culver’s 4/27/18

*G. Raise lunch price for SY19 from $2.80 to $2.90 as shown by the 18-19 PLE indicator

*H. Approve contract with Bradley & Bradley Architects

*I. Approve new audio system for MS/HS Gym

Mrs. Combs moved, Ms. Coulman seconded to approve the consent agenda as presented.

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

Nays: None

Absent: Mr. Eskridge

Motion Carried

Business Administration:

ES Principal Report – as presented:

Mrs. Elswick added a thank you to Hebron United Methodist Church. The church started a GoFundMe page to raise money for their building and included that they would be sharing funds raised with the ES library. Representatives from the church will be here to present $560 to the Library on Thursday, May 17.

Mrs. Elswick also shared with the BOE her proposal for developing a Science/STEM/STEAM program/position for the ES for the 2018-2019 school year. The plan can be implemented without adding personnel.

MS/HS Principal Report– as presented:

Mr. Hayunga mentioned the hosting of the HSSB Regional. Also, end of year state reporting is underway.

Superintendent Report– as presented:

Dr. Ehlenburg reminded the BOE that HS Graduation is this Sunday, May 20 at 1:00pm in the MS/HS gym and 8th Grade Recognition is Thursday, May 24 at 7:00pm, also in the MS/HS gym.

She also shared that the next meeting of the District Facilities Committee will be on Monday, June 4. Ms. Schallmo from PMA Securities will be in attendance to discuss funding and finances. Mr. Norton commented that there has been a decent turnout at the DFC meetings and that good information has been shared. The committee came to a unanimous decision to investigate a new MS/HS building. He stated that the committee needs to educate the rest of the community about what they are learning. Mr. Stauss added that there needs to be a discussion about what will be done with the current MS/HS building and property, should there be a new building built. Also, perhaps schedule a public meeting to address community concerns. Mrs. Combs suggested developing a list of frequently asked questions to share with the community. Finally, Dr. Ehlenburg added that she will be ready to propose support staff raises at the June meeting of the BOE.

Village:

Mr. Norton stated that the Village meeting will be next week.

Physical Structures/Maintenance:

Buildings & Grounds Report - as presented

Mr. Redden added that sealcoating of the ES parking lot will be done the second week of June. He has gotten four quotes for the boiler repair/replacement. His staff has been working on getting the buildings and grounds ready for summer school and summer camps. Dr. Ehlenburg, Mr. Norton, and Mr. Madsen extended thanks to Mr. Redden and his staff for their hard work.

Transportation:

Transportation Report – as presented

Dr. Ehlenburg shared that the District will not be getting a new bus this year, but will be budgeting for another vehicle.

Communications:

Public Comments

Staff Comments

Board Comments:

Mr. Norton suggested everyone get out and see the final athletic games of the school year.

Adjournment:

Ms. Coulman moved, Mr. Winkelman seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:31 pm.

Motion carried.

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