September 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Regular

1. Consent Agenda

1.A. Approval of the 8/12/24 Meeting Minutes

1.B. Approval of the August 2024 Check Register

1.C. Resignation - Trina Goeke, Collins TA

1.D. Recommendation to Hire - Joni Bailey, Collins TA, $15.45/hr

1.E. Recommendation to Hire - Kenneth Monk, Collins TA, $15.45/hr

1.F. Recommendation to Hire - Fred West, Talent Together Jr/Sr High Student Science Teacher, $34,906

1.G. Recommendation to Hire - Julie Cook, Collins School Nurse, $45,000

1.H. Recommendation to Hire - Joshua Bigby, Middle School Math Teacher, $51,608

1.I. Recommendation to Hire - Kimberly Phillips, Collins Title I Reading Assistant, $16.48/hr

2. Student/Staff Recognition

3. Public Comments
"Speakers are asked to express themselves in a civil manner, with due respect for the dignity and privacy of others who may be affected by your comments.  While it is not our intent to stifle public comment, speakers should be aware that if your statements violate the rights of others under the law of defamation or invasion of privacy, you may be held legally responsible.  If you are unsure of the legal ramifications of what you are about to say, we urge you to consult first with your legal advisor.  Each speaker will be limited to 3 minutes.  Delegations of more than five persons wishing to speak on the same topic shall appoint one person to present their views to the Board."

4. Reports

4.A. Superintendent Report

5. Action Items

5.A. 2nd Reading - Motion to adopt policies 2264 and 2266.

5.B. Motion to approve Amazon quote for new rugs/mats for Collins and the Jr/Sr High, $10,321.95 (General Fund)

6. Discussion

7. Board Calendar

7.A. September:

• Monday, September 23, 2024 @ 5:30 PM - Special Meeting of the Board, Board Retreat

7.B. October:

• Review District and School Improvement Plans
• Accept Audit Report

7.C. November:

• Fall count day student enrollment report

8. Upcoming Student Events

8.A. Collins Elementary:

• 9/11 Picture Day
• 9/16 - 9/27 NWEA Testing
• 9/17 Observance of Constitution Day
• 9/19 Friends of Collins Parent Meeting @ 3:00pm 
• 9/19 Fall Family Engagement STEAM Night @5:00pm-6:30pm
• 9/23 - 9/27 Homecoming Spirit Week

8.B. Jr/Sr High School:

• Blood Drive- September 13th
• Homecoming- September 27th (Game) and September 28th (Dance)

8.C. Community Education:

• 9/16 National GED Day (we are holding a test session for students)
• 9/17 Observance of Constitution Day
• 9/25 MiWorks meeting with students at 11:00 a.m
• 10/3 Talent Tour with MiWorks to Lear in Roscommon
• 10/7 Possible first day of GED classes in Crawford Jail

9. Adjourn