HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000_10_24 Board MinutesIDAHO FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Business Meeting Minutes
October 24, 2000
Executive Session: The Boazd of Trustees met in Executive Session to review Negotiations, Section
b7-2345Q, IDAHO CODE
'Good News' School Program
Principal Wendy Cavan led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Bel Canto Choir conducted by Bruce Ford
performed two numbers. The 8`" and 9`" grade dance teams performed dance routines. Principal
Cavan presented a plaque to Lisa Holbrook for her volunteer efforts. Angela Brown and Tyler Larson
presented narrative readings. A video presentation of activities and programs offered at Eagle Rock
was also presented.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Edgemont Principal Cody Claver introduced his secretary Kris Horsburgh and presented her with a
plaque in honor of her being named the District's Emissary of Excellence for October.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
It was moved by Jerry Wixom and seconded by Ernest Jensen to adopt the agenda as presented.
Motion passed.
CONSENT AGENDA
It was moved by Ernest Jensen and seconded by Sharon Parry to approve the minutes of the October
10, 2000, meeting as written. Motion passed.
REPORTS
Patron Input: The following information was presented to the Board of Trustees:
• A patron asked that the Board reconsider the teachers' request for higher wages as provided by the
State.
• A parent asked the Board to reconsider the requirement that all seniors successfully complete a
research paper prior to graduation.
• A patron spoke regarding the negotiation process.
+ A patron expressed his opinion regarding the State Constitution and the U. S. Constitution as they
relate to citizens, public meetings and elected officials.
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October 24, 2000
INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
2001-02 School Calendar: Dr. Joel LaPray presented the proposed calendar for the 2001-2002
school year for a first reading. The calendar represents Option 3 and is supported by a majority of the
schools reporting back to the Committee. This option provides seven school days at Christmas and
three days over spring break. School will end on June 6 with a teacher workday on June 7. The
calendar will receive one more reading before it is presented for final action.
IFEA Presentation: IFHS Social Studies teacher Jim Francis addressed the Board of Trustees
regarding current employee negotiations. He noted that it is probably the nature of teachers to
provide time beyond their contract to provide the extra things for students. He urged both sides in the
negotiation process to compromise and approve the contract which he considers to be one of the best
in the state.
ACTION ITEMS
Skyline High School Travel Requests: Principal George Boland requested that the following
groups be allowed to travel during the school year:
DECA - 2000 Western Regional Leadership Conference -Phoenix, AZ. Nov. 17-21, 2000.
Cheerleaders - UCA National Competition -Orlando, FL. Feb. 5-12, 2001.
Royal Blue Choir -San Jose State Univ. Invitational Festival -San Jose, CA. Feb. 28-Mar. 3,
2001.
Debate -Whitman Tournament -Walla Walla, WA. Nov. 16-1$, 2000
All of the above travel will include two school day absences. Students are not marked absent during
school travel, but must make up any assignments as requested.
It was moved by Jerry Wixom and seconded by Sharon Parry to approve the requests for student
travel as presented. Motion passed.
Skyline High School Matching Fund Request: It was moved by Sharon Parry and seconded by
Robert Collette to approve a request for matching funds in an amount not to exceed $412.50 for the
purchase of an XL Ellison Letter Machine for the Skyline Media Center. Motion passed.
Total amount of matching funds approved to date: $S,S39.~1
FY2000 Audit Report: Judy Brower of Galusha, Higgins and Galusha presented the FY2000 Audit
report to the Board of Trustees. She reported that the district was in sound financial condition with
the best property value vs. debt status of all surrounding districts. The M & O (General fund budget)
is comparable to last year, but the District is operating at a deficit. The district cannot continue to
operate at deficit spending into the future. District 91 is one of the highest (87.7%) in the range of
salary/benefits. The administration is very prudent in the management of district funds. The
percentage of variance between revenue and budget is very low. There was discussion regarding
ongoing teacher negotiations and the lack of funds that are available in order to keep the district
solvent over the next three years. Ms. Brower noted that the district was not too conservative in its
projection of available funds over the next three years. She recommended a 5 to 10% contingency.
A copy of the FY2000 Audit Report will be forwarded to the Idaho Falls Education Association.
It was moved by Sharon Parry and seconded by Ernest Jensen to accept the FY2000 Audit report as
presented. The report will be entered into the permanent record of the District. Motion passed.
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October 24, 2000
Federal Program Policy: It was moved by Robert Collette and seconded by Sharon Parry to adopt
the Federal Program policy as written. Motion passed.
Technology Report: It was moved by Jerry Wixom and seconded by Ernest Jensen to approve and
sign the technology report. Motion passed.
The Board of Trustees commended all of the staff who have participated in this report and noted that
District #91 is recognized statewide for its technology.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Jerry Wixom and seconded by Ernest Jensen to adjourn the Business meeting.
Tirne: 9:17 P.M. Motion passed.
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