May 20, 2013 at 6:00 PM - Regular Business Meeting

Discussion:  4.7.1 removede by copsey. moved to 7.2

Discussion:  Copsey expressed concern about the lack of a time frame in Board Policy _____. The Board recommended provide staff 60 days to get their receipts turned in to the Business Office.

Discussion:  Winn informed the Board that the Curriculum Committee received a great presentaiton from Media Specialist Annie Boggs. Boggs discussed the utilization of Kindle Readers. It is expected that these readers will eventually replace library and text books.

Discussion:  Upp stated that the Facilities Committee met with Brian Sweeney regarding bids for concrete and stadium drainage. Drainage bids ranged from $21,000 to $42,000. The Committee discussed how this project may effect the Jr. High physical education classes. Discussions will continue at the next committee meeting. Bids to add concrete to the North East corner of the High School for additional staff parking ranged from $23,000 to $30,000.

Discussion:  Copsey said that the Business Committee had approved the distribution listing for April. The school district has received a request from the City of Gering to help fund projects in the Council Chambers, to include upgrading electronics, video and audio capabilities. Their quote was $45,000. The Business Committee approved a $10,000 contribution with the condition that some type of written communication be developed to ensure district use of the facility in the future. The committee also discussed a potential summer food program, district secretary hours and other hours within buildings for budget purposes. The Committee opted to not approve a concrete bid at this time, however this project will be listed on the district's Master Facilities Plan. The Committee did approve the bid for drainage at the football/soccer field.

Discussion:  Because Meisner was out of town, Hauge confirmed that the Business Committee reviewed district financial reports at their most recent meeting. Hague stated that funds are in good shape, however there will be a challenge with no state aid coming in during the last two months of the year.

Discussion:  Student Services Director Candy Hubbard provided a verbal recap of a packet that was emailed to Board members earlier. Topics of discussion included Special Education program numbers as of May 17, 2013, referral information, home visits, evaluations and testing. Kindergarten numbers were reviewed, as were test scores and grants. Hubbard also shared highlights from her staff about the program's successes.

Discussion:  Hague invited Board members to attend Friday's Service Awards at the High School. Board members are encouraged to hand out pins and thank staff for their dedication.

Discussion:  Winn attended an Elks Banquet earlier in the month and stated that they had some great awards and scholarships for Gering students. The VALTS graduation was also very nice. Winn encouraged all to read the article on Jesse Neugebauer. Brunner thanked district staff for their hard work and dedication this year. He also encouraged all to keep Oklahoma tornado victims in their prayers. Upp provided kudos to staff who attend graduation parties. He feels that this says something about the staff and their excellent relationship to students. The Gering Graduation Ceremony was awesome. Upp also thanked the track coaches and commended them on their choice for Male Track Athlete of the Year. Copsey thanked the staff for their hard work during the school year and reitterated that Gering had a great graduating class. Doll expressed appreciate of staff efforts throughout the whole year. He enjoyed the mass band concert and Freshman Banquet. He also appreciates the Drug Testing Policy that was implemented this year; he sees it making a difference.