INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 93 CARLTON, MINNESOTA, MARCH 19, 2012, REGULAR MEETING

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 93

CARLTON, MINNESOTA

MARCH 19, 2012

REGULAR MEETING

The Board of Education of Independent School District 93, Carlton, Minnesota, met in regular session on Monday, March 19, 2012. Emerson called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Members present: Walton, Johnson, Hagenah, Gibson, Emerson, Bennett, and Superintendent Haapala. None were absent.

With the addition of 9.1 regarding HOOPS sponsored basketball and 4.4 for noteworthy band achievements, Johnson recommended the approval of the Meeting Agenda; Gibson supported. A unanimous vote passed the motion.

No Public Comments were offered.

Emerson read the following congratulations and commendations:

-Thanks to SAPPI for the $300 donation toward the purchase of SmartBoard clickers for the High School math classrooms.

-Mrs. Schwoch and the Board recognize Brittany Hanson, a recent student teacher, for the donation of time working with kids after school hours in February.

-The boys' basketball team and Board express gratitude to the HOOPS Club for the $980 donation for the new shooting shirts and jerseys.

Connolly added commendations to the High School band for receiving three superior ratings at state competition last week. She is quite proud of the 35 students and Director Janovick for making the most of their gifts and talents.

Motion by Hagenah, with support from Gibson to approve the Consent Agenda

-Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting February 27, 2012

-Approve hiring of Lucas Wiersma as Part-time Paraprofessional, effective March 5, 2012 per current contract agreement by ISD 93 and Local Union No. 346

-Policy 214, the Out of State Travel Policy, first reading

-Policy 524, the Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy, second reading

-Approve hiring Ryan Schmidt as Head Baseball Coach at $2,971.00 for the 2011-2012 season.

-Approve hiring Lorin Peterson as Assistant Baseball Coach at $1,700.00 for the 2011-2012 season.

-Approve hiring Denny Johnson as Head Softball Coach at $2,971.00 for the 2011-2012 season.

-Approve hiring Callie Langdon as Assistant Softball Coach at $1,700.00 for the 2011-2012 season.

-Approve hiring Aaron Jarecki as the Assistant Track Coach at $1750.30 for eight weeks of the 2011-2012 season.

After discussion the motion passed 6-0.

Beckie Connolly gave report on High School activities and events. South Terrace Elementary Report was given by Principal BJ Berg. Superintendent Haapala reported on district projects and progress. District Financial Report presented by Renee Eiffler, Business Manager.

Johnson made motion to approve February Payroll for a total of $261,241.35, wires summative at $71,354.63 and March Finance checks in the amount $208,000.78 as presented and order them paid. Second by Walton. Motion passed.

Walton read the following resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Education approves the Discontinuing and Reducing Educational Programs and Positions as follows:

WHEREAS, the School Board of Independent School District No. 93 adopted a resolution on February 27, 2012, directing the administration to make recommendations for reductions in programs and positions, and

WHEREAS, said recommendations have been received and considered by the school board,

BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 93, as follows:

That the following programs and positions, or portions thereof, be discontinued:

1. General Education, K-12 - English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Industrial Arts, Art, Physical Education, Music

2. Special Education

3. Federal program staff

4. Support staff

5. Extra-curricular programs and staff

The resolution was supported by Gibson and seconded by Hagenah and duly declared adopted on the following vote:

Yea: Emerson, Gibson, Walton, Johnson, Hagenah, and Bennett

Nay: None

The resolution passed 6-0.

Motion to approve the request for continuation of medical leave to Susan Rollefson was offered by Hagenah. Second to the motion was called but none was offered. Motion died. Discussion tabled to April meeting.

Johnson reported from the Extra-Curricular Committee that Hoops offered to financially cover the 10% schedule cut mandated last year. Discussion to be addressed at the next working meeting. No motion was made.

Future meetings scheduled and confirmed: Certified Negotiations meeting March 29 @ 5:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole work session April 9, 2012 @ 7:00 p.m. Finance Committee meeting April 16, 2012 @ 5:30 p.m. Regular School Board meeting - April 16, 2012 @ 7:00 p.m.

Motion to adjourn by Bennett with second from Gibson carried and meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Board Chair

Board Clerk

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