January 14, 2014 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Sheryl Clevenger and Kim Wilson arrived at 6:10pm. Chad Yaw arrived briefly at 6:22pm and departed at approximately 6:35pm. Becky Odens arrived at 6:40pm.

Discussion:  Discussion was briefly held regarding bus repairs.

Discussion:  No comment.

Discussion:  Mr. Hauxwell expressed congratulations to Jill Bauerle, Jodie Liess, Mary Fortkamp,and the Cast and Crew for placing 4th at State One Act play in Norfolk on December 12th. Academic All-State athletes contributing with a GPA of 3.7 or higher announced were Anna Bauerle,Cassie Burpo, Indy Smith, Mindy Castle, Paige Spady, and Sam Haarberg. The logo on the gym floor chipping away is a current concern that is being addressed with Mr. Villareal for repair when time allows. CCS enrollment of 124 classified us C-1 for Football with schedules available on February 12th. The booster club will be purchasing a new bike for the weight room. JH basketball uniforms were purchased with Andy Bauman donations in memory of his son. Hauxwell highlighted strong participation of an average of 70 kids for Saturday elementary basketball, which has been taking place at Wellington. The Chase County wrestling Invitational is this weekend with 17 teams participating. Currently, donations are being sought in order to purchase a track wrestling clock to be used with the meet mgmnt system. Three Peaks Capital Management has again donated $10,000; $5,000 to golf in memory of Thaine Crown and $5,000 to football in honor of Fred Bessler. Principal Sorensen and Hauxwell will be attending the NSAA district 5 meeting in Holdrege January 15th.

Discussion:  Principal Stewart noted the following: -In celebration of the 100th day of school, 2nd grade will again be collecting canned food for the pantry. Last years service project earned Landry McNair, Ashton Robinson, and Morayah Cupp recognition at the state capitol. -Dec. 19 elementary assembly presented awards to students for outstanding character qualities. -Classified staff evaluations will begin second semester. Non-tenured and needs of improvement evaluations will continue. -Response to Intervention (RTI) team and team leaders Jacci Paisley, Becky Odens, and Shannon Waggoner continue to assess decision rules for instructional levels and strategies. -5th grade students Phoenix Barnes, Mason Nordhausen, Valeri Dietz, Cedric Maxwell, Lindsey Mendenhall, and Kora Weiss participated with Prinicipal Stewart in the Region V Leadership Day held in North Platte. -Elementary students have began a weekly mission announced each Monday. -Monthly staff meetings have included professional development regarding Math Academy and Ne state power standards (concentrated NESA testing areas) Elementary dates of interest: -Susan Spicer will be presenting to all elementary for Dental Health Day Jan 17th -Aims Web mid year testing is scheduled for Jan. 20 and 22. -ELL School Improvement Team Jan. 27 -4th grade NeSA writing assessments Jan 28-29. Mr. Ekberg prefaced guidelines with teachers Jan 10. -Elementary assembly Jan 31 at 2:30 -Feb. 14 teacher in-service agenda is complete -Title One School Improvement Committee met noting student achievement goal review April 24, conducted by NDE Title One Consultant Principal Sorensen noted the following: -Welcome Miss Alexandria Rettele,originally from Benkelman, will graduate in May from UNK. She is student teaching eight weeks with Mrs. Bottom and eight weeks with Mr. Al Zuege. -The NeSA Writing window is from Jan 20th to Feb 7th. Principal Sorensen has set Jan 22nd for Juniors and Jan29th for 8th grade. Proctors will be Renae Bottom, Paul Ekberg and Jill Bauerle. All testing is completed online. Fourth grade will test Jan 28th and 29th via paper/pencil. Sorensen emphasized the importance that students be present on these dates for testing. Upcoming Meetings: -Faculty meeting Jan 15 -NSAA Region V meeting @ Holdrege Jan 15 -LB 1184 & Health and Safety meetings Jan 16 -ESU Principal’s meeting @ Trenton Jan 17 -Principal Sorensen will participate in officer interviews Jan 21 and 24

Discussion:  Natl Honor Society will begin tutoring during advisory next week with required attendance for those on down list. Pink out Thursday funds will be contributed to local cancer fund. Sadie Hawkins dance Feb 1st sponsored by Student Councel. Students concern regarding pot holes in the parking lot continued. Member Stromberger recommended community service regarding trash collection in the tree line along 12th street. Student Member Burpo noted she would relay to the student body.

Discussion:  Superintendent Schoeppey would like to coordinate the following committee meetings: Facility,Technology, and Transportation. Schoeppey noted weekly administration meetings have been held addressing weekly concerns, goal implementation, and curriculum building software. Upcoming meetings include Chamber, LB 1184 and Waste Management. LB 1184 will involve social agencies, and local law enforcement, and coordination with Waste Management & the City of Imperial includes current footprint assessment. Parent survey regarding breakfast program has been and continues to be accessible on the CCS website. Member Haarberg inquired regarding bus status. As of now Superintendent Schoeppey said CCS is waiting for the assessment from the mechanic.

Discussion:  Board exited executive session at 7:46pm.

Discussion:  Board exited executive session at 8:49pm. No action was taken.

Discussion:  Goal 1: To continue to improve student achievement, participation, and performance through data driven decision making that addresses the needs of all students. Goal 2: To continually improve staff instructional strategies through quality professional development. Goal 3: To provide prudent stewardship of District resources to best support student success.

Discussion:  Confirmation was made that the proposal has been approved by attorney. Olsen noted his interest in a policy arose as in dealing with minors, he believes parents need to be aware that law enforcement inquiry of their child at school may occurr. Stromberger reinterated her concern as though the school cannot interfere with law enforcement, her concern is that student inquiry during school hours has not always involved school concerns. She is in favor of placing some limits on the interview process. Further clarification of the proposed policy will be made.

Discussion:  Meeting was adjourned at 8:52pm.