May 19th, 2014

May 19, 2014


The School Board of District 261 met in regular session on May 19, 2014 in the Ashby School Media Center.  Chair Wing called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM with members Hoff, Johnson, LaRue, Nelson, Rylander, and Wing present.  Absent:  Spangler.  Also present were Superintendent Allan Jensen, Principal Shane Tappe, Renee Melby, Jeff Risbrudt, and Perry Butler.


The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.


Rylander moved to approve the agenda.   LaRue seconded.  MCU.


LaRue moved to approve the following consent agenda:

• Approval of April 21, 2014 minutes.
• YTD Financial Report.
• Approval of bills:  April Handpayables: $24,282.89, April Wire Transfers:  $56.664.17, and May bills: $54,559.33.

Nelson seconded.  MCU.


Communications/Delegations
None


Board Reports
Nelson gave a report on Region 1 and Lakes Country Service Coop.


Hoff gave information on the development of the Ashby Community Scholarship Fund.


Wing thanked all the staff and students that helped at the Knick Family Benefit.


Principal’s Report
Mr. Tappe reported on the following:

• The Early Childhood Teacher and Classroom Aid position has been posted on EdPost.
• The new math curriculum training will be held on June 3rd.
• The School Counselor position shared with Battle Lake has been filled.
• Ashby High School has received notice of receiving the Bronze rating from the U.S. News and World Report “Best High Schools of 2014”.  A banner will be purchased to display the award.
• Mr. Tappe, Mr. Jensen, Heather Dewey, and Barb Kraemer attended a workshop at Lakes Country Service Coop on the World’s Best Work Force.
• The two Elbow Lake Fire Department Grants have been awarded in the amount of $2,500 each and will be used for technology and enhancing math curriculum.
• A mailing will be going out in conjunction with the City of Ashby showcasing information and photos about Ashby, the Ashby School, and area businesses.
• The Rachel’s Challenge “Ashby Day of Caring” planning has been made with good response from the area on the needs of the community.
• The Math Corps position currently has one application.
• Senior Awards will be May 23rd at 8:30 am, Graduation will be May 25th, 2:00 pm, and Elementary Track and Field will be May 28th.

 
Superintendent’s Report
Mr. Jensen reported on the following:

• Bus maintenance issues, the need for a new bus, and the plan for van replacement in FY15.
• There could possibly be up to four CEP workers this summer and there may be a need to add an additional adult staff custodian for supervision.
• The District has been informed that the previous Audit Firm Carlson Highland will not be doing School Audits for this fiscal year.  The District has partnered with 2 area schools to do a Request for Proposals for Audit Services.
• A Legislation update was given on the Education Policy that is before the Conference Committee.
• Roof repairs were discussed.

Mr. Risbrudt reported on High School Math and Football.


Discussion Items
An update was given on the World’s Best Work Force.


Technology upgrades for 2014-15 were discussed.  Johnson made a motion to approve $28,000.00 in technology upgrades.  Nelson seconded.  MCU.
 
Action Items
Johnson made a motion to approve Minnesota State High School League Membership Resolution.  Rylander seconded.  Roll call vote:  Hoff – yes, Nelson – yes, LaRue – yes, Rylander – yes, Johnson – yes, Wing – yes.  Absent:  Spangler.  MCU.


LaRue made a motion to grant tenure to Troy Mickelson, Chad Akerson, and Ruth Umlauf and to extend the Probationary Period for Jessie Simon.  Rylander seconded.  MCU.


Nelson made a motion to approve work agreement for Meghan Roley as Summer Rec Director.  LaRue seconded.  MCU.


Rylander made a motion for elimination of the School Social Worker Position and corresponding work agreement with JoAnn Larson.  Johnson seconded.  MCU.


Johnson made a motion to approve the purchase of a Blue Bird bus.  LaRue seconded.  MCU.


Rylander made a motion to approve the shared School Counselor Contract with Battle Lake.  LaRue seconded.  MCU.


Chair Wing called the meeting adjourned at 8:07 pm.


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                                                                                    Warren Nelson, Clerk