Red Wing Schools- June Minutes

Independent School District #256

Red Wing Public Schools

Call to Order:

The Red Wing School Board held its first monthly meeting on Monday, June 4, 2012 at the Red Wing City Council chambers. The Board members, Superintendent Karsten Anderson, Board Clerk/Director of Finance Brad Johnson, staff and public were present. Board Chair Boldt called the meeting together at 5:30PM.

Agenda: Motion by Christensen, second by Anderson to approve the agenda as submitted, motion carried 7-0.

3. Communications:

3.1Recognitions: Superintendent Anderson thanked the High School math staff for $7,500 grant application that was recently funded. Alyson Schwartau/FFA member, is a Princess Kay of the Milky Way finalist. Board Member Jones thanked the public and business community for support of the graduation party at the YMCA. Chair Boldt congratulated the 2012 graduates. Board Member Anderson recognized our baseball team; Girls golf and track were also recognized.

3.2Public Comment: None.

3.3Strategic Plan Update: Dr. Kathy Radmer and Brian Cashman presented the year-end report on strategic plan. She explained the monitoring methods and components of the plan. Each building was evaluated where they were on their progress. Brian presented goal growth on five key components at three measurement dates. The highlights as of June 2012: growth in intervention, growth in teacher and administrator effectiveness, and growth in culture and behavior. Secondary ranks lower on goal scores, possibly as it is harder to establish systematic change at secondary than elementary. Board Member Kramp asked what the Board could do to assist. Dr. Radmer stated resources, such as social workers or guidance counselors. Secondary may be affected due to students having multiple teachers unlike elementary. Next steps include: implement Balanced Literacy Framework and Responsive classroom at Sunnyside. The Strategic plan data matches with other analytic data. Board Member Jones recognized Dr. Radmer’s 37 years of service; her expertise will be irreplaceable. Some staff are worried if they can maintain the growth of last year, but growing is important.

3.4Reports/Committee Notes: Superintendent Anderson reported that a public session on the referendum was held May 24; another will be held this summer. DLR has suggested a time in July and a fourth meeting in August. The Collective impact framework is making progress. Four board positions will be open. Board Member Anderson brought up feedback from parents on the enforcement of clothing policies, and it seems the District hasn’t been able to get anything done. Male staff cannot enforce female dress; the kitchen staff were told they can enforce policies and they don’t feel the administration is correct. Teachers are being paid to supervise lunchroom and should.

4.0 Consent Agenda

Background Information

4.1Board meeting minutes for May 21, 2012

4.2Claims & Accounts for May 1-15, 2012

Fund 01 – General Funds$755,178.34

Fund 02 – Food Service12,642.01

Fund 03 – Transportation1,665.35

Fund 04 – Community Services10,952.39

Fund 05 – Capital Expenditures35,362.75

Fund 06 – Building Construction0.00

Fund 07 – Debt Service 0.00

Fund 08 – Auxiliary 4,016.25

Fund 09 – Trust Agency 1,179.86

Fund 21 – Student Activities 27,687.11

Fund 45 – OPEB Trust Fund0.00

Fund 47 – OPEB Debt Service0.00

Fund 50 – Student Activities965.66

Total $849,649.72

Payroll – May 15, 2012 $724,821.70

4.3Parental Leave: Megan Damman, 1st Grade Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School, effective October 26, 2012 thru March 29, 2013.

4.4Resignation: Jessie Prettyman, Speech Therapist at RWHS, effective June 6, 2012.

Motion by Kramp, second by Porter to approve the Consent Agenda, motion carried 7-0.

5. Unfinished Business:

None

5. New Business.

5.1Resolution for General Elections: Two resolutions were presented, one for the election of four board members on November 6 and a second directing the clerk to accept candidate filings from July 31-August 14, as provided by Statute. Motion by Porter, second by Christensen to approve the resolution calling the general election for four board positions, motion approved by roll call: voting aye: Anderson, Christensen, Jones, Porter, Kramp, Baldwin, Boldt, voting nay: none. Motion by Anderson, second by Jones to approve the resolution establishing filing dates, resolution approved by roll call, voting aye: Baldwin, Kramp, Porter, Jones, Christensen, Anderson, voting nay: none.

5.2Budget for FY13: Finance Director Brad Johnson summarized the proposed 2012-13 budget. It will have deficit spending as provided in the five-year plan/referendum model for the General Fund. Motion by Jones, second by Anderson to approve the proposed budget for 2012-13, motion carried 7-0.

Revenues Expenditures

General Fund (1)$28,268,874 $29,424,030

Food Service (2)$1,308,407 $1,308,246

Community Serv (4)$1,990,724 $1,798,173

Debt Service (7)$1,455,842 $3,213,097

Trust&Agency(9)$326,615 $326,615

OPEB Trust (45)$350,000 $882,261

OPEB Debt Serv (47)$2,382,910 $2,344,460

5.3First Reading of Policy 807: Building and Grounds Director Kevin Johnson presented the Health & Safety Policy. The Legislature changed prior process and wants Boards to create a policy. The policy follows all state and federal requirements and covers 31 programs. Mr. Johnson reported recent projects and that the recommissioning of the Middle School would start this year.

5.4 Closed Session: Board Member Kramp moved to close the meeting to discuss labor negotiations, second by Anderson, motion carried 7-0. Chair Boldt closed the meeting at 6:43PM. Motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to close the closed session, motion carried 7-0. Motion by Christensen, second by Anderson to reopen the regular meeting, motion carried 7-0. Chair Boldt reopened the meeting at 7:27PM. Motion by Porter, second by Kramp to adjourn, motion carried 7-0. Chair Boldt adjourned at 7:27PM.

6. Upcoming Meetings: Chair Boldt announced upcoming meetings: a Board workshop on June 18 at the Middle School, a regular meeting July 16 and on August 6 at City Council Chambers.

Brad Johnson

Board Clerk

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Independent School District #256

Red Wing Public Schools

Call to Order:

The Red Wing School Board held its second monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 as a workshop at the Twin Bluff Middle School IMC. The Board members, Superintendent Karsten Anderson, Board Clerk/Director of Finance Brad Johnson, staff and public were present. Board Chair Boldt called the meeting to order at 4:00PM.

Agenda: Chair Boldt announced that item 5.8, Closed Session for Superintendent Review, would be deleted and re-scheduled for a number of reasons. Motion by Anderson, second by Baldwin to approve the agenda as amended, motion carried 7-0.

3. Communications:

3.1Recognitions: Chair Boldt recognized the baseball team for efforts at state and recognized other teams also.

3.2Public Comment: None.

3.3Reports/Committee Notes: Superintendent Anderson reminded the Board that filing for 4 Board positions will soon open. Notes on committee meetings are included.

4.0 Consent Agenda

4.1Board meeting minutes for June 4, 2012

4.2Claims & Accounts for May 16-31, 2012

Fund 01 – General Funds$570,988.00

Fund 02 – Food Service34,988.89

Fund 03 – Transportation174,833.16

Fund 04 – Community Services27,245.54

Fund 05 – Capital Expenditures13,568.66

Fund 06 – Building Construction 0.00

Fund 07 – Debt Service 0.00

Fund 08 – Auxiliary 20,941.00

Fund 09 – Trust Agency 8,385.96

Fund 21 – Student Activities 16,790.18

Fund 45 – OPEB Trust Fund0.00

Fund 47 – OPEB Debt Service0.00

Fund 50 – Student Activities14,946.09

Total $882,687.48

Payroll – May 31, 2012 $734,252.98

4.3New Hire: Amy Rak, Kindergarten Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School, effective August 2012 (due to a transfer). Craig Borey, Student Services Coordinator for Sunnyside Elementary School, effective July 1, 2012 (new position).

4.4Transfer: Kasi Nelson, 2nd Grade Teacher at Burnside Elementary School, effective August, 2012 (due to a transfer), Kristin Thum, FACS Teacher at RWHS, effective August 2012 (due to a retirement).

4.5Recall: Gaye Menke, .4 FTE Physical Therapist District Wide, effective August, 2012; Karin Meyer, .5 FTE ECSE Teacher at Colvill Family Center, effective July 1, 2012.

4.61 Year Unpaid Leave of Absence: Jennifer Herdina, Science Teacher at RWHS, effective 2012-2013 school year.

4.73-Year Unpaid Leave of Absence: Craig Borey, EBD Teacher at Burnside Elementary School, beginning 2012-2013 school year.

4.8Resignation: Holly Tauer, SLD/EBD Teacher at RWHS, effective August 16, 2012; Catherine Buss, Special Ed. Assistant at Sunnyside Elementary School, effective May 23, 2012.

Motion by Kramp, second by Porter to approve the Consent Agenda/minutes; motion carried 7-0.

5. Unfinished Business:

None

5. New Business.

5.1Collective Impact Initiative: Members of the Jones Foundation presented information on a collective impact initiative. Education is a community issue, and similar successes have been visited in Connecticut and Cincinnati (STRIVE). Common themes from interviews with teachers and administrators focus on Early Childhood and school readiness. An organizational model to bring business, community, and education together was presented. Board member expressed interest and support for the program.

5.2Director of Teaching and Learning: Superintendent Anderson presented information on the finalist for the position, Mr. Joe Jezierski. Annualized salary would be $117,500 with a $350 mileage stipend, but he will not start until August and the salary will be adjusted accordingly. Motion by Christensen, second by Jones to approve the hiring at terms described, motion carried 7-0.

5.3Fund Balance Transfer Resolutions: Finance Director Brad Johnson presented two required resolutions to repay Community Education Fund for the 2003 loan to remove the deficit from building Prairie Island Arena. The funds, $158,196.19, will be moved from the proceeds of the Bergwall Arena sale earlier this year. Motion by Porter to approve the transfer resolution, second by Anderson, resolution passed by roll call 7-0: voting aye: Kramp, Baldwin, Anderson, Jones, Christensen, Porter, Boldt, voting nay: none. Motion by Jones to approve the second resolution regarding “not diminish instructional opportunities”, second by Anderson, resolution approved by roll call: voting aye: Anderson, Jones, Christensen, Kramp, Porter, Baldwin, Boldt, voting nay, none.

5.4First Reading of Policies: A list of School Board policies up for approval was presented for first reading.

5.5Second Reading of Policies: Motion by Kramp, second by Jones to approve the Health and Safety policy (807), motion carried 7-0.

5.6Overnight Trips: Superintendent Anderson presented a list of several overnight trip requests for the coming year. Finance Director Johnson asked if the Board may want to hold off on activities such as FFA and SOAR that are running deficit balances. The Board discussed this issue and raised concerns over actual cost and what costs were already committed. Motion by Kramp to approve the first three (ones upcoming in June and July) on the list for FFA and SOAR and table the remainder. His motion is contingent on a positive fund balance, or bring in a plan to the Finance Director to produce a positive balance by June 30, 2013. The Board discussed adjusting that for SOAR due to the large deficit to perhaps a 10% improvement. The motion was seconded by Baldwin, motion carried 7-0.

5.7Levy Discussion: Mr. Keon Blasingame of DLR presented information on the various space/construction options. Operational costs have not been analyzed but may have weight (transportation and staffing). Costs ranged from $4.6 million to $11.0 million. Finance Director Brad Johnson presented information on referendum structure, questions, and timing.

6. Upcoming Meetings: Chair Boldt brought up upcoming meetings, public hearing June 26, referendum meeting July 9, and Board meeting July 16. Motion by Jones, second by Baldwin to adjourn, motion carried 7-0. Chair Boldt adjourned the meeting at 8:00PM.

Brad Johnson

Board Clerk

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