HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022_09_14 Board MinutesIDAHO FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT #91
BOARD BUSINESS MEETING (Wednesday, September 14, 2022)
Generated by Jessica Cushman
Board Members present: Administration Present:
Elizabeth Cogliati, Trustee Dr. Jim Shank, Superintendent
Hillary Radcliffe, Vice Chair Kelly Coughenour, Assist. Supt. Elementary Education
Lara Hill, Chair Dan Keck, Assist. Supt. Secondary Education
Larry Wilson, Treasurer Angela Pendlebury, Director of Finance
Paul Haacke, Clerk Gail Rochelle, Director of Federal Programs
Margaret Wimborne, Director of Communication
IFEA Present:Jessica Cushman, Deputy Clerk, Recording
Julie Nawrocki, President Kris Smith, Director of Curriculum and Professional Development
Jessica Donnelly, President Elect Ralph Frost, Director of Transportation
Legal Counsel:
Aaron Tolson, Tolson and Wayment Freedom Law
Board Business Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairwoman Hill. Chairwoman Hill welcomes Board Legal Counsel, Aaron Tolson,
and states that he will be joining all Board meetings moving forward. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by student body.
ADOPT AGENDA
Chairwoman Hill requested a motion to adopt the agenda. Trustee Radcliffe made a motion to adopt the agenda, second by Trustee
Wilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried, Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
REPORTS/INPUT/INFORMATION
A. Student Reports
Skyline High School - Student Representative Arianna Burgen reports Skyline High has been preparing for Homecoming
week with the Disney theme. She stated the coronation is tomorrow during the school da y to nominate each classes royalty. She
states the royalty will be in the homecoming parade on Friday at 1 PM and she invites the Board to attend. She also adds the
Homecoming football game is on Friday at 7 PM against Hillcrest and the Homecoming dance is on Saturday. She states the theme
for the dance is Cinderella, " A Dream is what your heart makes" and it is at the Brickyard. Ari states the carnival is on the 29th
from 6 to 8 PM. She talks about the Hope Squad focus at Skyline High School for mental health and to help spread cheer in the
school. She then talks about program they are working on when they chose a student in each class and inform them of all the
things happening in the school and that student will then go back and relay the information with their class.
Idaho Falls High School - Student representative Miriam Smith reports about Student Government welcoming students back to
school and getting ready for all of the upcoming fall events. She states they planned Freshman day to help new students get
acclimated to their new school, helping them find classrooms, and giving tours. She then states they planned a school assembly to
shout out to all the Fall sports and had activities such as dodgeball and having the cheer team lead the school in many cheers.
Mimi states that Student Government has been planning upcoming fall events that include Emotion Bowl and Homecoming. She
states they are excited to plan these events and see how they turn out.
Compass Academy - Student representative Mia Brown introduces herself as the Communications Director. She states they are
working on Emotion Bowl activities to do throughout all of next week. She stated the first da y of school they held a welcome back
to school assembly and also a new student day to introduce them to their new school to help them out with anything they
needed. She then states they will be working on a Haunted House fundraiser for after the Emotion Bowl.
B. Celebrations
Celebrating National Merit Semifinalist from Compass Academy. Principal Shelly Smede celebrates Clara McCartin as one of
the National Merit Semifinalist. Clara states that she is a Senior and studied hard for the test beforehand while taking AP classes.
She also states that she is thinking of going to Med school.
Celebrating National Merit Semifinalist from Idaho Falls High School. Principal Chris Powell celebrates Suzannah Schuck as
one of the National Merit Semifinalist. Principal Powell states that the National Merit is 1.5 million high schools apply for it and the
top 50,000 qualify for some form of recognition. He then states both of our semifinalist qualified in the top 16,000 students and
notification for finalist will come later. Suzannah states that she is currently a senior and is planning on attending BYU and
studying science.
The Board congratulates both students on their accomplishments.
C. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent Shank introduces Mike Clements from Bateman-Hall. Mike Clements, CEO of Bateman-Hall, provides a facilities update
and he has provided a summary that is attached to the board agenda. Trustee Haacke states that he went out to Ravsten to see the
painted track and it looks fantastic.
D. High Reliability School's Report
Kelly Coughenour, Assist. Supt. Elementary Education introduces Principal of Templeview Elementary, Sarah Childers. Principal Childers
presents a PowerPoint, which is attached in board agenda. Dan Keck, Assist. Supt. Secondary Education introduces Principal Shelly
Smede from Compass Academy. Principal Smede presents a PowerPoint, which is attached in board agenda.
E. Finance Update
Angela Pendlebury, Director of Finance, has no update to report and states an audit report will be done at the October Board work
session. Angela states that she is working with both Caldwell and Bonneville for state reporting and hopes good news will come from that.
She also states that she met with Trustee Radcliffe to cover some of the financial state reporting and she has ordered the Board members
books on how to interpret it so that prior to the statement coming out in October, if people have questions before the Bond, the Board will
have some ready access stuff they can refer to. She also states the Board can ask her questions, if needed.
F. Patron Input (Sign-in required) No comments were provided.
G. Investment in Education Update
Hillary reports we are moving forward with educational outreach on the bond. She states they have met with lots of community groups,
talking to teachers, staff, and everyone for the importance of the bond. She states she appreciates everyone's efforts in participating and
feedback. She asks that everyone continue to talk to people and encourages them to talk to people about the importance of the bond to
get as much information out there that we can. Trustee Haacke states Supt. Shank will be presenting with Kawanis Club tomorrow and
many school events. Chairwoman Hill thanks Trustee Radcliffe and Trustee Haacke for heading this charge.
H. IFEA Report Julie Nawrocki, President reported. Julie talks about the IFEA Pizza night and introduces the IFEA 22-23 Board.
Documents are attached in board agenda.
I. Other Items
ISBA Region 6 Meeting, Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 6:00 PM
SHS Homecoming Parade, Friday, September 16th at 1 PM.
IFHS Homecoming Parade, Friday, September 30th at 1 PM.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes
August 10, 2022 Board Business Meeting
August 23, 2022 Board Annual Retreat
B. Review of Payment of Claims
August 2022 Bill List $11,810,708.03
C. Staff Actions
Eagle Rock Middle School Industrial Tech Jointer/Planer $2399.99
E. Student Travel
Idaho Falls High School Debate , Layton, UT, December 2-3, 2022
F. Surplus Property
Edgemont Elementary to discard old computer lab tables.
Sunnyside Elementary to donate or discard misc. furniture.
A.H. Bush Elementary to donate, sell, or discard older stage.
Theresa Bunker Elementary to discard old computer lab tables.
Westside Elementary to discard old computer lab tables.
Westside Elementary to discard old filing cabinets.
Taylorview Middle School to donate, sell, or discard old MIG welder.
New Hires:
Name Position Location
Heather Turner 5 Grade Dora Erickson Elementary
Holly Holm Special Education Eagle Rock Middle School
Yesenia Camacho Counselor Taylorview Middle School
Emergency Hires: A hiring emergency exists, as declared by the Board of Trustees, for the following positions:
Name Position Location
Anna Kimbro 6 Grade – Alt. Authorization Theresa Bunker Elementary
Shannon Taylor English/Yearbook – Alt. Authorization Compass Academy
Danielle Clarke English – Alt. Authorization Emerson Alternative High School
Resignations:
Retirees:
Transfers:
Craig Anderson To: Special Education From: Idaho Falls High School
From: Special Education From: D91 Online
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D. Matching Funds
G. Approval of Consent Agenda
Chairwoman Hill requested a motion to approve the Consent agenda 3A through 3G.
Motion by Hillary Radcliffe, second by Larry Wilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
PROPOSALS
A. CTE Graduation Requirement
Bev Hott, CTEC Coordinator thanks the Board for everything they have done for the CTE students with the phenomenal facility and hands
on learning. Superintendent Shank asks Bev to speak about their meeting with the INL and Jennifer Jackson toda y. Bev states that we
did a memo of understanding with the INL to improve our facility, programs, and equipment. She states that they are working with
Jennifer Jackson again to hopefully get more help from the INL. She states that we ha ve a long list of items that are still needed for the
CTE Center and have ideas moving forward to promote the program more and get more equipment for students. She states they look
forward to that continued partnership. Superintendent Shank states that 40 students participated in their internship. Bev states 11 or 12
where from our district. She explains that the students are hired by the site as an intern and they get paid. She states the INL hopes to
expand that program next summer. Bev states last year they signed a student up for the welding apprenticeship program and another 1
or 2 students will sign up next week. She explains the apprenticeship program pays $34 an hour, include all benefits, 401K, retirement,
and pay for their education. Trustee Haacke asks that we promote this good news in the District. Trustee Wilson asks what the current
enrollment is at CTEC. Bev answers around 350 total students with morning and afternoon sessions and she explains the breakdown in
dual credit college courses for many of the programs. Bev Hott presents it to the Board a summary of the CTE graduation requirements
and it is attached to the board agenda.
B. State Graduation Math Requirement
The State graduation math requirement was provided by Lisa Armstong, Secondary Curriculum Coordinator. She has provided a summary
that is attached to the board agenda. Trustee Haacke comments this recommendation comes from the state so it is clear we should mo ve
forward with it, but he states that he thinks that math should be taught all four years. He states that he would love to see a focus group
to get feedback from math teachers, department heads, and administration. Trustee Radcliffe adds that finding out what the cost benefit
analysis is on the three year math requirement compared to the four year math requirement would be beneficial. The Board agrees on
getting this focus group together and the feedback needed.
Kris Smith, Director of Curriculum and Professional Development states that there is a District Curriculum oversight committee that one
Board member will need to participate in. He states it will be on September 26th at 6 PM.
C. First Reading- Board Policy Revisions & Review
Section 4110 Public Complaints and 4110F Public Complaints Form- Adopted
Section 8245 Unpaid School Meal Charges Policy and Procedure - Revised This policy will replace Support Services-Child
Nutrition and Wellness- Section 408.1 Financial Management and Administrative Procedure AP 408.1.
Chairwoman Hill asks if the Board has any questions on the two policies presented. Superintendent Shank states there were a couple
questions that came up, one being to add "This form is confidential" to the Public Complaint Form. He also stated that one Trustee had
questions on the Unpaid School Meal policy. Trustee Cogliati stated she spoke with both Jess and Angela and her questions have not been
fully answered but is requesting a meeting to discuss further. No further questions from the Board.
ACTION ITEMS
A. New Bus Bid
Superintendent recommends approval of New Bus Bid, as presented. Trustee Radcliffe makes a motion to approve the New Bus Bid, as
presented. Trustee Radcliffe asked Director of Transportation, Ralph Frost, if there was a delivery date on new buses. He states they said
June 2023 but we are still waiting on the last of the new buses.
Motion by Hillary Radcliffe, second by Larry Wilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
B. Athletic Gate Admission Fee Increase
Superintendent Shank states that Pat Lloyd, Athletic Director is present to answer any questions the Board has regarding this action item.
Pat Lloyd states the $1 increase is High Country Conference wide, all districts that participate in the High Country Conference ha ve
agreed to propose the fee increase. He states this increase is to help cover the increased costs they are seeing, for example an official is
costing about $10 more per official per game and will increase again next year. He states the districts included in High Country
conference are schools from Pocatello to Madison that are 4A and 5A. Trustee Haacke asks Athletic Director Pat Lloyd if the athletic
budget is based off of game fees. Pat states that it is not based off of game fees. Trustee Haacke asks why the district should increase the
fee and states he personally does not see the need for the increase. Trustee Haacke states he does not want to put that burden on
families to pay more to come to games and events. Pat states that he thinks it is important to be consistent with the other schools in the
High Country Conference. Trustee Haacke speaks further regarding not needing to increase the fee at this time. The Board discusses if
there is a need to have the fee increase with Angela Pendlebury, Director of Finance. Trustee Cogliati makes a motion to approve the
Athletic Gate Admission Fee Increase. Trustee Radcliffe seconds the motion. Chairwoman Hill asked if there is any further discussion.
Trustee Wilson asks Angela what happens with the gate fees currently. Angela answers that the gate fees come back into the district in
athletic revenue. She also states this budget also pays the ticket takers, stipends for coaches, participation fees, bussing etc. at the
district level. Trustee Wilson asks Pat what sports collect gate fees. Pat answers that at all football, boy/girls basketball, baseball,
volleyball, and wrestling. He states also track meets and soccer games that are played at Ravsten. Angela states any event that the
district can control the access is when gate fees are taken. Trustee Radcliffe asks if the gate fees will ever go back to the sports. Angela
states they are currently tracking revenue by sport and planning on meeting in the spring to see if the numbers are evening out. She
states currently the sports are back to the point they are supporting themselv es. Trustee Cogliati wants to know the consequence is in
not doing the fee increase. Angela states we would be losing $1 per tick et and explains the lump sum amount that is tracked for gate fees
and it is not how many tickets are sold and what kind of tickets are sold, example adult, children, senior tickets. Pat states that Emotion
Bowl is the only game that they really keep track how many people come into the stadium, due to the capacity of the stadium. Trustee
Cogliati asks who the High Country Conference is and why they are suggesting this increase. Pat states the High Country Conference is
the conference our district belongs to that is the governing body that controls our rules and regulations for operating sports and
tournaments. Trustee Cogliati asks if there is a consequence within the conference if we do not increase our fees. Pat states that he is not
aware of a consequence and it would be interesting to see what they would say if we choose not to increase our fees. Chairwoman Hill
asks if we have family passes. Pat states we do have family packages that vary. Trustee Radcliffe asks if we raise this price it will go back
to the athletic program budget. Angela answers no it goes back to the general fund, it used to go back to the athletic fund. Trustee
Radcliffe asks if we are working to get those funds moved back to the athletic fund. Angela states yes we are for tracking purposes and
the expectation would be to give them back their revenue. Superintendent Shank asks Angela if High Country Conference would have
made this recommendation would District 91 have a problem paying its bills at its current rate. Angela states no, we would be fine.
Superintendent Shank states that is the answer we needed, not whether or not High Country Conference wants to raise the fee. Trustee
Haacke discusses the activity participation fee and the proposal increase and how it effects large families. The Board discusses a motion
to table the action item until a later date. Trustee Radcliffe makes a motion to table the action item for the Athletic Gate Admission Fee
Increase.
Motion by Hillary Radcliffe, second by Elizabeth Cogliati.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
C. Approve Continuous Improvement Plan Draft
Superintendent Shank states the draft has a few N/A's that will be filled in when the state provides the information needed. He states
that it is a good plan and appreciates all the effort that has gone into creating the plan. He also states that our goals are at least at state
average or above. Superintendent recommends approval of the Continuous Improvement Plan Draft. Trustee Radcliffe makes a motion to
approve the Continuous Improvement Plan, as presented.
Motion by Hillary Radcliffe, second by Paul Haacke.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
D. 2022-2023 SRO Agreement with City of Idaho Falls Police Department
Superintendent recommends approval of the 2022-2023 SRO Agreement with City of Idaho Falls Police Department, as
presented. Trustee Wilson makes a motion to approve the 2022-2023 SRO Agreement with City of Idaho Falls Police Department , as
presented.
Motion by Larry Wilson, second by Paul Haacke.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill, Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke
ADJOURN
A. Adjourn
Chairwoman Hill requested a motion to adjourn. Trustee Wilson made a motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm.
Motion by Larry Wilson, second by Paul Haacke. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Voting Aye: Elizabeth Cogliati, Hillary Radcliffe, Lara Hill,
Larry Wilson, Paul Haacke