Red Wing School January Minutes

Independent School District #256

Red Wing Public Schools

The Red Wing School Board held its first monthly meeting on Monday, January 7, 2013 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. Acting Chair Kramp called the meeting to order at 5:30pm.

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

3. Reorganization of the School Board

3.1Oath of Office: Chair Kramp administered the oath of office to newly elected/re-elected Board members.

3.2Election of Officers:

Chair: Board Member Christensen nominated Heidi Jones. With no other nominations, Christensen moved to close nominations and cast an unanimous ballot for Jones, second by Kramp, motion carried 7-0.

Vice-Chair: Chair Jones asked for nominations. Board Member Kramp nominated Mike Christensen. With no other nominations, Board member Kramp moved nominations cease and an unanimous ballot be cast for Christensen, second by Jones, motion carried 7-0.

Treasurer: Board Member Christensen nominated Paul Kramp for Treasurer; motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to cast an unanimous ballot for Kramp, motion carried 7-0.

Clerk: Superintendent Anderson announced that a realignment/reorganization will be examined for this position; Director Johnson agrees to begin the year in the position while that proceeds. Board Member Kramp nominated Brad Johnson for clerk; motion by Kramp to cast an unanimous ballot for Johnson, second by Baldwin, motion carried 7-0.

4.0 Communications

4.1Recognitions: Chair Jones mentioned girls basketball achievements; Macy Kelly achieving 1,000 points and Tesha Buck 2,000 points. Board Member Anderson questioned why cheerleaders are not at all games. Superintendent Anderson stated that other priorities took place but he will bring it to the upcoming Personnel Committee and the goal is to report at the next Board meeting.

4.2Public Comment: none

4.3Middle School Update: Principal Chris Palmatier and Assistant Principal Craig Mares presented information on programs at Twin Bluff for intervention and enrichment, including PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports). They estimate a 20% discipline reduction. Mr. Palmatier is also working on a true Middle School schedule.

4.4Reports: Chair Jones reminded members that she and Director Kevin Johnson will do an energy presentation at the MSBA meeting this month. The legislative committee met with Senator Schmit last week. Director Brad Johnson updated the Board on lease and bid progress on the clinic. Board member Kramp asked for operating procedures and suggested a meeting prior to the clinic’s opening to explain how it works. Superintendent Anderson updated the Board on negotiation meetings.

Background Information

4.1Board minutes for December 17, 2012

4.2Claims & Accounts for December 1-15, 2012

Fund 01 – General Funds$778,308.98

Fund 02 – Food Service19,601.89

Fund 03 – Transportation186,099.88

Fund 04 – Community Services25,126.11

Fund 05 – Capital Expenditures 21,540.70

Fund 06 – Building Construction 0.00

Fund 07 – Debt Service 0.00

Fund 08 – Auxiliary12,493.35

Fund 09 – Trust Agency 2,621.12

Fund 21 – Student Activities 28,092.59

Fund 45 – OPEB Trust Fund13,800.01

Fund 47 – OPEB Debt Service0.00

Fund 50 – Student Activities3,156.56

Total $1,090,841.19

Payroll – December 14, 2012 $737,961.04

4.3Transfer: Dana Willis-Jick, Special Ed. Paraprofessional at Sunnyside Elementary School, effective January 2, 2012 (due to a resignation); Kimberly Mann, 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Twin Bluff Middle School, effective 2013-2014 School Year (due to a retirement).

4.4Medical Leave: Jane Wassink, School Social Worker for Burnside Elementary and Tower View Alternative School, effective December 18, 2012 thru January 25, 2013.

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

5.2Board Meeting Schedule: Superintendent Anderson briefly explained the proposed calendar. Motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to approve the calendar as presented, motion carried 7-0.

5.3Official Newspaper: Motion by Kramp, second by Baldwin to designate the Red Wing Republican Eagle as the official newspaper of the district, motion carried 7-0.

5.4Depositories: Finance Director Johnson explained the list of depositories submitted. Motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to approve the list, motion carried 7-0.

5.5Legal Counsel: Motion by Christensen, second by Ryan to approve Kennedy-Graven as the District legal counsel, motion carried 7-0. Motion by Christensen, second by Farrar to allow the Board Chair, the Superintendent and Director of Finance to initiate contact with the legal counsel, motion carried 7-0.

5.6Electronic Fund Transfers: Motion by Anderson, second by Ryan to approve Finance Director Johnson and Superintendent Anderson as initiators of wire transfers, motion carried 7-0.

5.7Corporate Credit Cardholders: Motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to approve the list/limits of corporate credit cards, motion carried 7-0.

5.8Salary of Board Members and Officers: Motion by Christensen, second by Farrar to keep Board salaries the same as last year, motion carried 7-0.

5.9Committee Objectives & Assignments: Superintendent Anderson explained the list of committees and objectives. Chair Jones, Finance Director Johnson, Director Joe Jezierski, and Superintendent Anderson will meet and propose something for the next meeting. Some discussion on committees occurred. Board Member Ryan asked about a curriculum committee.

5.10Custodial Contract: Superintendent Anderson outlined the main points of the contract. Board Member Kramp questioned a number of contract components and asked if salary comparison were done to the private sector (no). It was noted that the word “eligible” was incorrect at one point. Motion by Anderson, second by Baldwin to approve the contract with the word correction, motion carried 7-0.

5.11Cooks Contract: Superintendent Anderson explained the main change points of the contract. Board Member Christensen mentioned that the word “eligible” should be changed. Motion by Baldwin, second by Christensen to approve the contract with the word change, motion carried 6-0 (Board Member Anderson abstained).

Motion by Anderson to adjourn, second by Christensen, motion carried 7-0. Chair Jones adjourned the meeting at 7:26 PM.

Brad Johnson

Board Clerk

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Independent School District #256

Red Wing Public Schools

The Red Wing School Board held its second monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at the Little Theatre at the High School. The Board members, Superintendent Karsten Anderson, Board Clerk/Director of Finance Brad Johnson, staff and public were present. Chair Jones called the meeting to order at 5:30pm.

Motion by Anderson, second by Christensen to approve, 7-0

3. Reorganization of the School Board

3.1Recognitions: none

3.2Public Comment: none

3.3Reports/Committee Notes: Board members gave updates on the recent MSBA conference and training. Chair Jones thanked Director Kevin Johnson for his energy presentation. Attending board members Christensen, Ryan, and Farrar reported on workshops they attended. Student Council representatives updated the Board on recent activities at the high school such as Snow Week and a semi-formal. Director Brad Johnson updated the Board on the clinic progress; Youth Outreach will consider finalizing the lease on Monday and Kevin Johnson has been preparing the bidding process. Superintendent Anderson updated the Board on long-range planning and other items..

Background Information

4.1Board minutes for January 7, 2013

4.2Claims and Accounts for December 16, 2012-January 15, 2013

Fund 01 – General Funds$952,994.76

Fund 02 – Food Service37,229.77

Fund 03 – Transportation207,344.74

Fund 04 – Community Services43,454.98

Fund 05 – Capital Expenditures47,727.02

Fund 06 – Building Construction 0.00

Fund 07 – Debt Service 0.00

Fund 08 – Auxiliary21,347.84

Fund 09 – Trust Agency 17,778.26

Fund 21 – Student Activities 4,843.66

Fund 45 – OPEB Trust Fund200.00

Fund 47 – OPEB Debt Service0.00

Fund 50 – Student Activities10,689.22

Total$1,343,610.25

Payroll – December 28, 2012 $738,259.91

Payroll – January 15, 2013 $712,802.70

4.3New Hire: Eric Klein, Long-Term Sub for Language Arts at RWHS, effective January 17, 2013 (due to an unpaid leave of absence); Cameron Forsberg, Special Ed. Paraprofessional at RWHS, effective January 21, 2013 (new position).

4.4Resignation:Ashley Kincaid, Community Ed. secretary and part-time sub assistant lead with Kids Junction, effective January 4, 2013.

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

5.1Cheerleading: Superintendent Anderson explained that a parent had complained about the limited number of games that the cheerleaders attend. He had spoken to the parent, our activities director, and the personnel committee. Cheerleading had 14 participants in the fall and 9 in the winter season. Two coaches work both seasons. There has been a high turnover in coaches. No recommendation will be made to change programming mid-stream. Board Member Anderson wants to continue to look for solutions as it is important to school spirit.

5.2Athletic Conference: Superintendent Anderson presented the rationale for a shift in conferences. The Big Nine is the best fit for Red Wing. Activities Director Matt Schultz recommends an application to the Big Nine. Motion by Kramp, second by Anderson to direct the Activities Director to proceed with an application to the Big Nine, motion carried 7-0.

5.3Programs of Study: Superintendent Anderson explained drafts had been distributed at previous meetings with some minor changes from Mr. Cashman for Towerview. Principal Borgen was available for questions. Board Member Kramp wished the process would work backwards from core classes, insuring optimal class sizes at that level, before adding other classes. He also questioned the structure of the academies and SOAR, particularly the limit on students on the latter. Board Member Christensen questioned the structure of the yearbook as a class. Board members extensively discussed different aspects of the programs, particularly SOAR, Yearbook, the academies, and AP scores. Motion by Kramp to approve the program of studies with the exception that we open SOAR to those who wish to participate, but we need a stronger curriculum; second by Anderson. The Board discussed the class size for SOAR, and Kramp offered an amendment to limit the class size to whatever is appropriate. Board members debated setting a hard number for the limit, and Board Member Kramp withdrew his motion. Motion by Anderson to approve the curriculum as presented with the caveat of expanding SOAR if the instructor and administration sees fit, second by Christensen, motion carried 7-0. Board Members Kramp and Anderson both expressed interest in receiving information earlier.

5.4School Board Committee Objectives and Assignments: Superintendent Anderson presented the draft list of assignments; it is the Chair who appoints but traditionally the board has approved. Motion by Ryan, second by Christensen to approve, motion carried 7-0.

5.5Overnight Trip Request: An overnight trip for the Towerview Robotics team was presented. Several grants have covered most of the program expenses. Board Chair Jones recognized the donors, and the Board expressed an interest in having a presentation on this activity at a future Board meeting. Motion by Anderson, second by Farrar to approve the trip, motion carried 7-0.

Chair Jones updated the Board on meeting dates: February 4 and February 19. Superintendent Anderson announced that the 2013-14 calendar will be on February 4 agenda. Motion by Christensen, second by Anderson to adjourn, motion carried 7-0. Chair Jones adjourned at 7:34PM.

Brad Johnson

Board Clerk

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