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The mission of the Cardinal Community School is to foster an enriching environment and channel the energies of students to achieve their fullest potential.
Cardinal was but a dream of the delegation which went to Des Moines in December 1955 to discuss with the State Department of Public Instruction the possibility of a merger of several districts into one large area.
In January 1956, this group of forward-looking men united with many others to meet in Bladensburg to lay the foundations of this new educational plan. A steering committee was organized to complete the study of this proposed reorganization. Clifford Moore was first named temporary (and later permanent) chairman of this committee. The aim of the committee was to find a method of giving the best possible education to the most practical number of students at the lowest possible cost to the taxpayers.
Petitions were circulated during the late months of that year and the final decision was to be made at the polls on February 14, 1957. This proposal involved twenty-three school districts in four counties; three of which were high school districts. Despite the failure of this vote to carry, after further study and door-to-door canvass of the area, the steering committee dropped four small districts and circulated new petitions in the remaining area. The second vote was scheduled for May 7, 1957.
This vote passed by an overwhelming majority. Immediate plans were made for the election of a new school board to take office in July. A gentlemen’s agreement was set up which allowed an individual to serve from each of the three high school districts with the other two to come from the rural area. This area was divided into a southern portion and a northern portion.
The board which took office that July included Floyd Harmon from Eldon, Lowell Giltner from the northern part of the rural area, Clifford Moore from the southern part of the rural area, Lloyd Whitham from the Agency area and Max Willhoit from the Batavia area. Willhoit was named president of the board at their organizational meting.
After careful screening of a large number of applicants, the board selected an individual who they felt most nearly fitted the needs of the new school district to serve as superintendent. Robert F. Leland, Superintendent of Schools at Paton, was offered the position and accepted it. He began his duties in August and was faced immediately with the problems that all newly reorganized areas are faced with--such as operating one large district from several small budgets. In addition to these problems, he was faced with others that were unique to this area. Among those was the need for a new high school building which needed to be completed as soon as possible.
Considering the fact that the separate schools had to sacrifice some of their individuality to the uniformity of a single school district and the fact that some things were not always agreeable to all, the first year proceeded with an ever increasing unity which made the group feel confident that they had taken the right step and one for which they would always be grateful.
The name, Cardinal Community Schools, was chosen by the board from among many that had been suggested. It is well liked by everyone because of its meaning--chief and first. The advantage of the larger school is that it can offer a more adequate curriculum to prepare its graduates for life at the most reasonable cost possible.
Mike Kayser, President
Fred Thomas, Vice-President
Mary Campbell
Todd Hart
Carol Streeby
Sherri VanBlaricom, Secretary
Tina Snyder, Business Manager
Superintendent: Dr. Frank Shekleton
Middle School/High School Principal: Rob Campbell
Elementary Principal: Kerry Phillips
Activities Director: Tony Fetter
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Special Board Meeting
Board Room Middle/High School Building
May 19, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
I. Meeting Called to Order:
A. Roll call of Cardinal Board Members
II. Welcome to Visitors and Guests:
III. Approval of Agenda:
A. Items to add, delete, or change in agenda order
B. Motion to approve agenda
IV. Review of the Superintendent Leadership Profile
V. Update regarding the Superintendent and 6-12 Principal search
VI. Approve summer projects
VII. Approve start/end time for 2010-2011 school day
The next regular meeting will be Monday, June 14, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
May 12, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 5:00 p.m., May 12, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Todd Hart, and Carol Streeby.
Also present were Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips, Cindy Shepherd, Jake Munson, Wayne Wixom, Matt Strom, Sara Swanson, Sheila Fetter, Shelley Peters, and Jessie Greiner.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Discussion was held with the teachers that attended the 90/90/90 conference in Chicago and ideas for next school year.
Discussion was held on summer projects.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:34 p.m. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be June 14, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
May 10, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., May 10, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby and Todd Hart.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, Jane Koch, Matt Strom, Tony Fetter, Coral Kopp, Brandyn Martin, Joshua Fuhs, Eugene Cox, Branden Warren, Trevor Kayser, Zach Rupe, Kari Rupe, AJ Rachford, Katie Carter, Marcus Giltner, Michael Ludwig, Rachel Goering, Sarah Bennett, Maggie Pauls, Abby Rupe, Emilee Peters, Kyleigh Kern, Minnie Tangasi, Bethany Hemm, Cindy Shepherd, Caleb Schwartz, Tylor Goodell and Cassandra LaGrande.
The agenda was amended to move Donna Goettsche to item C: under Approve Agenda. Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Mrs. Koch and the following students, Rachel Goering, Emilee Peters, Minnie Tangasi, Maggie Pauls, Abby Rupe, Kyleigh Kern, Bethany Hemm, Sarah Bennett, Tonch Craver, and Michael Ludwig, sang at the board meeting for School Board Appreciation. They did an outstanding job!
Donna Goettsche, from Great Prairie AEA, was here to address the board regarding services provided by the AEA.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the special meetings 4/12/10, 4/20/10, 4/28/10, 4/23/10, regular meeting 4/13/10, and work session 5/3/10, and hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $129,109.60, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed staff attendance and PTO swimming lessons. All students for swimming lessons will be loaded at the elementary this year.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton and Mr. Fetter discussed the gym floor and the sinking spot caused by moisture that was under the floor at sometime.
Summer projects will be discussed at a work session.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the Microsoft Settlement. We will wait until after July 1, 2010 to place orders for next school year.
Dr. Shekleton discussed staffing needs for 2010-2011. He is working on band interviews, and we have openings for science, part-time industrial technology, and special education.
Nothing was addressed under open forum.
Mr. Fetter presented pictures and discussed the condition of the track. This will be discussed at the work session.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the 2010-2011 school calendar. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the Teacher Termination –RIF, for Natalie Krekel, first year teacher, due to declining enrollment and budget cuts. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Board members were recognized for School Board appreciation week for all the time and hard work they donate to the school.
Director Campbell made a motion to accept the resignation of Tasha Shipley, Aide. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to accept the resignation of Jessie Andrews, Special Education Teacher, with regrets. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the resignation of Bill Dunham, Industrial Technology, with regrets. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Campbell made a motion to accept the retirement of Tom Box, Bus Driver, with regrets, at the end of the current year. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to accept the resignation of Jordan Buell, Middle School Baseball Coach. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve a contract with Darren Batterson, Middle School Baseball Coach. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the CEA contract ratification for the 2010-2011 school year. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the adjustment for the 2009-2010 school calendar. June 3rd will be the last day for students with an early dismissal. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Campbell made a motion to approve the High School Chorus Trip to Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia for the 2010-2011 school year. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the recommendation of the administration to participate in the second application for the Race to the Top – MOU. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to not apply for the School Improvement Grant for PLAS. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the first reading of board policies 700 series. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the first reading of board policy 802.4. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the list of potential 2010 graduates pending completion of all requirements. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Campbell made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:18 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be June 14, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
May 5, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 8:30 a.m., May 5, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, and Mary Campbell. Director Todd Hart was absent.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as amended adding Item IV. A. Selection of Focus Groups. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to hire G. Tryon and Assoc. as the search firm for the Superintendent and Middle/High School Principal. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Discussion was held on selecting the Focus Groups for the interview process.
Director Campbell made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:07 a.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
May 3, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 6:00 p.m., May 3, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, Todd Hart, and Mary Campbell.
Also present were Gaylord Tryon and David Haggard, with G. Tryon and Associates.
Discussion was held on the procedures for using a search firm for the Superintendent and Middle School/High School Principal.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular/Closed Session Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building/Board Room
April 23, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular/closed session at 6:30 p.m., April 23, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby and Todd Hart.
Also present was an applicant for the superintendent position and Tina Snyder, Board Secretary.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
At 6:33 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to go into closed session as provided for in Iowa Code sections 21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i), Based upon the written request of an applicant for employment who submitted the employment application with the understanding that it will be kept confidential and whose professional competency is being evaluated for purposes of considering that individual’s application for employment, and based upon the nature and scope of the discussion regarding performance and conduct which must take place in order to fully and frankly evaluate the application for employment, I move that we find that a closed session is necessary to maintain the confidentiality of the application form and to prevent needless and irreparable injury to the individual’s reputation, that we incorporate as part of the basis for this motion the written request for closed session submitted by the applicant to the Board, and that we hold a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Sections 21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i) to maintain confidentiality of the employment application and to prevent needless and irreparable injury to an individual whose professional competency is being evaluated for purposes of considering that individual’s application and who has requested a closed session. Second by Hart. Roll call vote: Hart, aye, Kayser, aye, Streeby, aye, Thomas, aye, Campbell, aye. Vote carried 5-0.
Discussion was held with possible superintendent candidate.
There was no decision made at this time.
At 10:12 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to return to open session. Second by Director Hart. Roll call vote: Hart, aye, Kayser, aye, Streeby, aye, Thomas, aye, Campbell, aye. Vote carried 5-0.
At 10:13 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
April 13, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., April 13, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby, and Todd Hart.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, Cindy Shepherd, Kendra Fults, William Dyer, Winnie Albert, Sara Swanson, Stacy Davis, Mary Lynne Marlay, Darcie Fisher, Joyce Riley, Sheila Fetter, Heidi Kildow, Mary Shekleton, Matt Strom, and Tony Fetter.
The agenda was amended to move item 1: ITBS Presentation under Secondary Principal’s Report after IV: Approval of Consent Agenda Items, add Item K. Microsoft Settlement under New Business, and add item 3. Bus Contract, under Elementary Principal’s Report, and remove Dona Goettsche, as she was unable to attend. Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the March 22, 2010 regular board meeting, March 15, 2010, March 25, 2010, and April 5, 2010 special meeting, and March 17, 2010 work session, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $312,857.99, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Cindy Shepherd and Sara Swanson presented the ITBS scores to the board. Discussion was held on this year’s scores and areas of concern for next year’s scores.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed ITBS scores, bus contract, and Kindergarten Round-up. Mr. Phillips stated there were about twenty-six kids signed up and around forty-two for Pre-School. They served about one hundred thirty meals at round-up.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed ITBS scores. Mr. Campbell stated the science score’s were at 88.6% this year. Mr. Campbell discussed the attendance rates. We are at 94.5% for the middle school and 93.1% for the high school.
Mr. Fetter discussed the sharing of softball for next school year.
Director Streeby made a motion to not share softball with MIU for next school year. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Mr. Fetter discussed the repairs for the dugout. The A-Club will be paying for the repairs. Mr. Fetter stated he is still working on a JH baseball coach.
Discussion was held on the list of summer projects that Dr. Shekleton presented. Mr. Fetter discussed the needed repairs and bid on resurfacing the track.
Discussion was held on the upcoming Graduation. Dr. Shekleton will keep the board informed on the ceremony.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the Promise Jobs opportunity with the board. Individuals employed through Promise Jobs would work in our libraries. This would be of no cost to the district. Background checks would be completed by Cardinal before anyone would start.
Nothing was addressed under open forum.
Under old business, discussion was held on the current mileage rate for shared teachers. Director Hart made a motion to increase the mileage rate to $0.42 per mile starting April 19, 2010. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the resignation from Jennifer Black Cremer, aide. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the resignation from Dr. Frank Shekleton, Superintendent. Second by Director Campbell. Vote carried 4-0. Director Thomas abstained from voting.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve open enrollments for Brianna Clark -OE out from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Daniel Metcalf -OE out from Cardinal to Van Buren, David Garber -OE out from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Tucker Black -OE out from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Taylor Sprouse -OE out from Cardinal to Douds Elementary, Devin Jesus Cortez -OE from Oskaloosa to Cardinal, Joshua Courtney -OE from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Lucas Durflinger -OE from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Alexander Hopkins -OE from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Emma Strayer -OE from Cardinal to Ottumwa. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the contract with FBG for custodial services for five years, with the ninety day out clause. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the School Improvement Grant and PLAS.
Director Campbell made a motion to approve the RIF notices for the certified staff for 2010-2011. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the RIF notices for the secretaries for the 2010-2011. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the 28E agreement with Pekin Schools for sharing a Spanish and TAG teacher. This is for the 2010-2011. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the 28E agreement with Van Buren Schools for sharing a PE, Business, and Ag teacher for 2010-2011 school year. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to accept the bid from Austin Davis for the amplifier for $45.00. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the elementary swim lessons. The item was tabled.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the ISCAP Supplemental Resolution. Second by Director Streeby. Roll call vote: Hart, aye, Campbell, aye, Thomas, aye, Streeby, aye, Kayser, aye. Vote carried: 5-0.
Discussion was held on the 2010-2011 calendar. Dr. Shekleton does not have it completed yet, and will send it out at a later date.
Director Thomas made a motion to participate in the Microsoft Settlement. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:54 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
April 12, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 6:00 p.m., April 12, 2010.
Vice-President Fred Thomas called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Todd Hart, Carol Streeby, and Mary Campbell. President Mike Kayser was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Tom Essary and Tom Boxx.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton presented the counterproposal to the support staff for the 2010-2011 school year.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:07 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
April 5, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 5:30 p.m., April 5, 2010.
Vice-President Fred Thomas called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Mary Campbell, Todd Hart, Carol Streeby. President Mike Kayser was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas opened the meeting up to the public for discussion of the 2010-2011 budget.
Nobody was present from the public regarding the budget.
Director Thomas closed the public hearing.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the 2010-2011 budget. Second by Hart. Roll call vote: Hart, aye, Campbell, aye, Streeby, aye, and Thomas, aye. Vote carried: 4-0.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the mowing bid from Tim Swan for $525.00 per mow for the 2010 year. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
At 6:15 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to move into exempt session for negotiation strategy. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be April 13, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
March 22, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., March 22, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Todd Hart, Carol Streeby, Fred Thomas, and Mary Campbell.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, and Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell. Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips arrived later.
Others present were Jenna Courtney, Stephanie Hart, Chelsea Aschenbrenner, Tyler Phillips, Joel Romas, Curtis Fiedler, William Dyer, Matt Strom, Cindy Shepherd, Felisha Durflinger, Dan Durflinger, Erin Franklin, Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, Tony Fetter, Sheila Fetter, Shelley Peters, and Sara Swanson.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as amended adding: 3: SINA/PLAS under Mr. Campbell, and N: adding exempt session for negotiations under new business. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the February 2, 2010 special meeting, February 11, 2010 regular board meeting, February 15, 2010 special meeting and February 25, 2010 work session, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $162,090.88, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton presented the audit report for FY 2009.
Dr. Shekleton passed out information from Mr. Phillips for PK round-up, student attendance rate, parent teacher conferences, and Grandparent’s day.
Mr. Campbell gave a presentation on the ISPIN grant, parent teacher conferences, and SINA/PLAS.
Mr. Fetter discussed refinishing the gym floors this summer, baseball dugouts, sharing softball, and coaching positions.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton discussed sending teachers and administrators to the 90/90/90 conference for the PLAS schools. The AEA will pay for two registrations and the district will use professional development dollars to pay for four registrations.
Dr. Shekleton also informed the board that he is still getting quotes on the removal of the asbestos, and that the two heaters for the high school lounge area are both broken and non-repairable.
Dr. Shekleton also discussed building keys, snow make up days, PLAS, and a food service survey he is working on.
Under Open forum there was no discussion.
Director Campbell made a motion to accept the resignation of Brian Witzenburg, JH Baseball Coach, Norma Ragen, Bus Driver, and Lori Steffensmeier, Science. Second by Thomas. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve contracts with Steve Pumphrey, Asst. High School Baseball Coach, Jordan Franklin, Asst. High School Softball Coach, Natalie Krekel, JH Girls Track, and Patti Durflinger, JH Girls Track. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve open enrollment applications for Brianna Clark, from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Daniel Metcalf, from Cardinal to Van Buren, David Garber, from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Tucker Black, from Cardinal to Ottumwa, Taylor Sprouse, from Cardinal to Fairfield, Gavin VanVeen, from Cardinal to Fairfield, and Alexander Hopkins, from Cardinal to Ottumwa. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the budget guarantee resolution as follows: RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of Cardinal community school district, will levy property tax for fiscal year 2010-2011 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa, in the amount of $37,939.00. Second by Thomas. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the reduction in force for selected support staff at the end of the current contract. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton informed board that we are in the third year of a three year contract with Drive Quest for summer driver’s education. Driver’s education will not start until the Washington DC trip returns on June 13, 2010.
Discussion was held on summer projects.
Director Campbell made a motion to approve the Early Retirement request from Mike Nuss, at the end of his current contract, with regrets. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the golf sharing agreement with Ottumwa for the 2010-2011 year. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to table the mowing bids until the next board meeting. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to participate in the Alliant Energy lighting project as long as there is no cost to the district. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the peanut free campus. Director Streeby made a motion to table the Peanut Free Campus policy. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the overdue lunch accounts. Director Thomas made a motion to take past due accounts over $150.00 to small claims court. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
At 8:46 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to move into exempt session as provided for in Iowa code section 20.17 (3), strategic meeting/executive session, to discuss negotiations. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 p.m. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be April 12, 2010.
Work Session
Library Middle/High School Building
February 25, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 5:00 p.m., February 25, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, Todd Hart, and Mary Campbell.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Also present were Cindy Shepherd, Jessie Greiner, Matt Strom, Shelley Peters, Maria Youngblut, Sheila Fetter, and Jane Koch.
Discussion was held on the Superintendent’s goals, Alliant Energy Program and Innovative Calendar.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:52 p.m. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be March 22, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
February 15, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 5:00 p.m., February 15, 2010.
President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby and Todd Hart.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Shelley Peters, Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, Matt Strom, Rose Stiles, Tim Honomichl, Steve Pumphrey, Carri Pumphrey, Mary Campbell, Chad LaRue, and Barbara Meyer.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the options to make up snow days.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the recommendation from the administration on making up snow days. The following days, school will now be in session: March 5, 2010, April 1, 2010, April 5, 2010 and April 30, 2010. Starting on March 8, 2010 time will be added to each school day to make up for snow days. Start times will be determined by the administration. With no more snow days our last day of school will be June 4, 2010. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to appoint Mary Campbell to fill the vacant seat on the school board. Second by Director Hart. All ayes, with President Kayser abstaining from the vote.
Director Campbell was sworn in.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:14 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
February 2, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 5:30 p.m., February 2, 2010.
Vice-President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby and Todd Hart. President Greg Greiner was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Shelley Peters, Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, and Matt Strom.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton, representing the school, presented the counter proposal for negotiations for the 10-11 school year. Discussion was held between both parties on the proposals.
Director Thomas made a motion, begrudgingly, to accept the resignation of School Board President, Greg Greiner. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to nominate Mike Kayser as the President. Second by Hart. Director Streeby made a motion to cease nominations. Second by Hart. Paper ballots were cast and the vote carried 3-0, Mike Kayser was elected as the new School Board President.
Director Kayser made a motion to nominate Fred Thomas as the Vice-President. Second by Streeby. Director Hart made a motion to cease nominations. Second by Streeby. Paper ballots were cast and the vote carried 3-0, Fred Thomas was elected as the new School Board Vice-President.
Director Kayser and Thomas were sworn in for their new positions.
Discussion was held on appointing a new board member at the regular meeting on February 8, 2010.
Director Streeby made a motion to rescind 407.4 board policy on Early Retirement. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the Early Retirement Program that will replace the above board policy. Second by Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:07 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be February 8, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session
Library Middle/High School Building
January 26, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 5:15 p.m., January 26, 2010.
Vice-President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, and Carol Streeby. Director Greg Greiner was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, and Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to go into exempt session as provided for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3), Strategy Meeting/Executive Session for discussion on negotiations at 5:20 p.m. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
After the exempt session the board met in a work session to discuss the early retirement policy.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Kayser made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:28 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be February 8, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
January 18, 2010 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., January 18, 2010.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary School Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Heidi Kildow, Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, Cindy Shepherd, Matt Strom, Tony Fetter, and Shelley Peters.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda deleting item: K: ISCAP. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the December 14, 2009 regular board meeting, December 2, 2009, December 4, 2009 and December 30, 2009 special board meetings, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $140,511.34, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Hart.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed the pre-school partnership with SIEDA. Discussion was held on the grants received to off set the SIEDA charges.
Mr. Phillips also discussed the ITBS testing schedule for the elementary building. They will have shorter testing periods, with six days of testing. Parents will serve breakfast this week and we will use the ISPIN grant to cover the costs of the breakfast. All students will eat free breakfast this week.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed Comet Study Club/Fast Pass. These are clubs that have been formed to allow students to come in early or stay late to work on homework. These clubs have been very successful. Fast Pass allows students who have all work completed to go to lunch one minute early.
Mr. Campbell discussed the professional development schedule for January 22, 2010. There will be a speaker from the AEA to discuss the Heart database. ISEA will have a speaker present to discuss the use of social network in the educational setting. This includes items such as face book, MySpace and texting.
ITBS testing will be held the last week of January and the first week of February.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton discussed the Race to the Top Grant/PLAS (Persistently Low Achieving Schools). The secondary level has been placed on this list.
District Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. Discussion will include the PLAS and mission and vision statement updating.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the heat traps that need replaced and the heating unit in the high school gym lobby. There will have to be some asbestos removed before the heat traps can be replaced.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the light bulb replacement program offered through Alliant Energy.
Nothing under Open forum.
Under old business discussion was held on the current mileage rate for shared teachers. Director Kayser made a motion to increase the current rate to $0.38 per mile effective February 1, 2010. This will be reviewed in April 2010, at this time it will be decided to either decrease or increase the rate depending on the price of fuel. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve coaching contract with Darrin Hill for Head High School Softball coach. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the resignation of Hiedi Chance, aide. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve open enrollment applications for Drew and Leah Ostrander from Davis County to Cardinal. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve open enrollment applications for Amanda and Porter Pratt, this meets the good clause guideline. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
The Cardinal Education Association presented their proposal for the 2010-2011 year.
February 2, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. was set as time for the board to present their counter proposal.
Director Kayser made a motion to continue participating in the IDATP program, (Iowa Drug & Alcohol Testing Program). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the number of eighth grade sections. Director Greiner made a motion to approve the increased contract with Natalie Krekel, from .06 time to full-time based on the recommendation from the Administration. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the first reading of the 600 series of the board policies. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:29 p.m. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be February 8, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
January 11, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 5:15 p.m., January 11, 2010.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, and Todd Hart. Director Kayser was absent.
Other present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, MS/HS Principal Rob Campbell, and Matt Strom.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Greiner announced that this is the time, place and date to hold a hearing on the proposed resolution to consider continued participation in the Instructional Support Program.
No one from the public was here for the meeting.
Director Greiner declared the hearing closed.
Following a public hearing on the issue, it was moved by Director Thomas to adopt a resolution approving the district’s continued participation in the Instructional Support Program. Director Streeby seconded the motion to adopt. The roll was called and the vote was: Greiner – aye, Hart – aye, Streeby – aye, Thomas – aye. No Nays. Vote carried: 4-0. A copy of the complete resolution and proceedings of the public hearing approved by the board are attached.
President Greiner declared the resolution adopted as follows: RESOLUTION TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATION IN THE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the participation in the Race to the Top – Federal Grant, as long as the administration and the Board President feel it is in the best interest of the school district. The administration will continue pursuing this grant and consult with the Board President. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:39 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be January 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
December 14, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., December 14, 2009.
Vice-President Mike Kayser called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, and Carol Streeby. President Greg Greiner came in at 6:33 p.m.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Maria Youngblut, Debbie Van Horn, Cindy Shepherd, Jessie Greiner, Sheila Fetter, Tony Fetter, Brittany Allman, Patti Durflinger, Chelsea Fullenkamp, and Heidi Kildow.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as amended adding: M. under new business, At-Risk/Modified Allowable Growth for 2010-2011. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the November 9, 2009 regular meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $244,263.68, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips gave an update on parent teacher conference attendance. They were down about four percent from last year. All elementary teachers are required to call parents if they do not attend conferences.
Mr. Phillips is setting up a “Bus Buddies” program to assist younger students riding the buses. They will have older students to assist them if needed when riding the bus.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed the Apple Distinguished Educator program. Explained this would be a better option for Mac Book training than going to classes.
Mr. Campbell informed the board of the student and teacher of the month. Mrs. Meyer was the teacher of the month; Logan Thorne and Courtney Schinstock were the students for the month of November.
Mr. Campbell went over the Professional Development Calendar.
Mr. Fetter discussed coaching positions, high school gym floor, and the athletic budget.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton discussed the heating situation. Johnson Controls is waiting on the parts to fix the heaters. This is all covered under warranty. Dr. Shekleton has made several calls to Johnson’s regarding this situation. Discussion was held stating that if things were not fixed soon, we would be contacting our attorney.
Dr. Shekleton also discussed district advisory meeting for Wednesday, Call-em-All system for weather related cancellations and professional development.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the 2010-2011 At-Risk/Modified Allowable Growth Budget. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 school calendars. Board likes using the post state fair calendar.
Mrs. Durflinger and Chelsea Fullenkamp talked with the Board about starting a Substance Abuse Task Force here at Cardinal. Chelsea is involved with this in the Ottumwa Community.
Mrs. Greiner and Mrs. Fetter discussed the US Cellular “Vote for your School”. We are currently fifteenth.
Under open forum Deb Van Horn stated her opinion on the cutting of the teacher quality monies.
A public hearing was held for the early start (before Labor Day) for the 2010-2011 school year. No objections on this issue.
Under old business Director Kayser made a motion to approve board policy 710.7, Severe Food Allergies. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to allow Archery Club the use of the school buses. The rate of $2.40 will be charged per mile if Cardinal has to pay a Cardinal employed bus driver. The rate of $2.09 per mile will be charged if the Archery Club has a volunteer driver that is employed by Cardinal Schools. This will need to be adjusted if the price of fuel goes up or down by a quarter at the time of the planned trip.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the use of the facilities by the Archery Club on January 23, 2010. Archery Club will pay for any and all damages if any occur while they are using the facilities. Mr. Campbell stated he would be the administrator here during this tournament. Board requires that a custodian and all snow removal be provided by the Archery Club. Discussion was held regarding the donation of Pepsi products to be sold in the concession stand. It is ok for them to do so, as we are not under contract with Coke.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the reinstatement of Jennifer Black’s contract, according to USERRA requirements, with seniority leave as if she never resigned. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to accept the resignation of Steph Christner, head high school softball coach. Second by Director Streeby. 4-1 vote with Director Kayser voting nay.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the resignation of Jay Olson, asst. high school baseball coach. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve early graduation for Brittany Allman, as long as all requirements are met. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the 403b plan. Cardinal will join the states plan, with the onetime fee of $400.00 being paid for by the district. The district should not incur any other fees for this program. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the resolution to consider continued participation in the Instructional Support Program and schedule a public hearing. Second by Director Kayser. Roll call vote: Greiner, Streeby, Thomas, Hart and Kayser. All ayes.
The public hearing is scheduled for January 11, 2010 @ 5:15 p.m. in the middle school/high school library.
Director Thomas made a motion to send out RFP’s for the custodial outsourcing. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to accept the bid from Rob Campbell for the flail mower in the amount of $151.57. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the bid from Eric Snyder for one table in the amount of $20.00. Discussion held stated that Eric could have as many table as he wanted for that price. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the statewide voluntary preschool program for 4 year olds. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the reduction of the teacher quality funding by 10% due to the Governors ATB cut starting with the February 2010 paychecks. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
At 8:27 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to go into exempt session to discuss negotiation strategy as provided for in the Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:52 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be January 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
November 9, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., November 9, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Cindy Shepherd, Julia White, Tony Fetter, Matt Strom, Sarah Greiner, Erin Franklin, Barbara Meyer, and Chad LaRue.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the October 12, 2009 regular meeting, October 07, 2009 work session, November 2, 09 work session, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $121,841.11, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed the Fall Festival and Apple Festival. He stated that all went perfect and student and parents had a great time.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed training in Omaha for Mac books and possibly having trainers from Mac come back to Cardinal. Mr. Campbell informed board that the Sheriff’s office wants to do a walk through to get more familiar with our buildings and possible drills.
Mr. Campbell also mentioned reviewing the handbook, and making some changes regarding the public display of affection.
Mr. Fetter informed board that the golf tournament went well, and we had around one hundred sixty patrons in attendance for the athletic banquet.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton discussed the IASB Delegate assembly. The school district will not be sending anyone to the meeting because of the cost involved.
Larry Sigel will be having a finance workshop with Waco and Van Buren. Dr. Shekleton will be finding out the cost to see if we want to attend.
Discussion was held on the school calendar. If we continue to share teachers with Van Buren and Pekin we will need to consider having our calendars synchronized.
Negotiations for support staff will start later in January or February.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the outsourcing of the custodial. Board would like to do a request for proposal, as our contract with FBG expires on June 30, 2009.
Cindy Shepherd discussed the co-teaching technique by Marilyn Friend. This was a presentation that the teachers attended on November 4, 2009 as a professional development day.
Sara Greiner and Erin Franklin gave a presentation on the “Warm your Neighbor” program being sponsored by B & B Propane.
Cindy Shepherd also discussed the parent survey that will be handed out at parent teacher conferences this week as part of the iSPIN project.
Dr. Shekleton said that around twenty coats have been donated for the coats for Cardinal Kids.
Discussion was held on the transportation denial with Fairfield. Busses will be allowed to enter our district at the designated stop only in Batavia.
Discussion was held on the sewage lagoons regarding the meeting that Dr. Shekleton had with Mr. Meyer and Mr. Thornburg from French Reneker Associates. Our lagoons are in good shape but are going to need pumped.
Nothing under Open forum.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the mileage rate for one way of $0.34 for shared teachers with other districts. This will be reviewed in January 2010. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the use of the elementary multi-purpose room by the Archery Club. No rent will be charged at this time, and they must follow board policies of the district and quitting times on Wednesday.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the special education delivery plan. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the special education negative balance of -$29,911.40 for the school year 2008-2009. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the first reading of the Peanut Free policy, number 710.7. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Hart made a motion to approve the inclement weather policy, number 711.11, waiving the first and second readings so the policy is in place for the upcoming winter. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve a contract for Ernie Sadler, head high school girls basketball coach. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the verbal resignation of Jen Black, high school aide. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the instructional support levy. Dr. Shekleton will proceed.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the 2009-2010 district advisory committee list. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the early retirement policy.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:29 p.m. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be December 14, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session
Library Middle/High School Building
November 2, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 6:00 p.m., November 2, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, Todd Hart, and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Also present was Cindy Shepherd.
Discussion’s were held on budget cuts, mileage rate, portable building, asbestos testing, bleachers, archery club, grant writing, Taher, district advisory committee, yearbook, academic focus for board meeting, SINA, balance of accounts senior class, sewage lagoons, custodial outsourcing, roof replacement/repair schedule, fundraising guidelines, leave without pay recommendations, maintenance position, and policy update.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be November 9, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session
Library Middle/High School Building
October 7, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 6:00 p.m., October 7, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, and Mike Kayser. Carol Streeby was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Also present was Cindy Shepherd
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion’s were held on IASB conference, enrollment, site visits for 2010-2011, mileage rate, weather related cancellations, peanut free campus, holiday celebrations, board policy review, field trips, portable building, bleachers, middle school water problem in gym, coil and vent unit in middle school gym, roofs, payment of lunch accounts and flail mower and old lunch tables.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Kayser made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be October 12, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library Middle/High School Building
September 21, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 5:30 p.m., September 21, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Paul Kruse, Stacey Davis, Julia White, Cindy Shepherd, Chad LaRue, Roger Davis, Heidi Kildow, Tony Fetter, and Sara Swanson.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as amended moving Paul Kruse with PaySchools to item A1 under new business in first meeting. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the August 13, 2009 regular meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $175,024.63, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held on the current legal expenses for Mr. Snook. Director Thomas made a motion to pay the current legal bills from Engle Law Firm. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Paul Kruse with PaySchools gave a presentation on how to use PaySchools and how it would benefit us. This will allow parents to use credit cards and e-checks to make payments to the district. We will start with lunch and daycare on-line. Director Kayser made a motion to join the PaySchools Program sponsored by ISJIT charging a $0.75 convenience fee per transaction charged to the parents. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the school board election results as given by the Wapello County Auditors Office with Mike Kayser and Todd Hart being elected and being sworn in. Seconded by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Dr. Shekleton was appointed temporary chairman so school board officers could be elected.
Director Thomas made a motion to appoint Director Greiner as the President, Seconded by Director Kayser. Votes were cast on paper with final being 4-0, with 1 abstaining. Vote carried. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to appoint Director Kayser as the Vice- President, Seconded by Director Streeby. Votes were cast on paper with final being 4-0, with 1 abstaining. Vote carried. All ayes. Oath of office was then given by Board Secretary, Tina Snyder to swear in Director Greiner and Director Kayser.
Discussion was held about Director Greiner being on the Wapello County Conference Board. Director Thomas will replace Director Greiner on this board.
Motion was made by Director Kayser to leave the time of the school board meetings at 6:30 p.m. with the day being the second Monday of the month. Seconded by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Todd Hart was appointed as the districts IASB Legislative network member.
Motion was made by Director Kayser to adjourn the organizational meeting at 6:47 p.m. Seconded by Director Thomas. All ayes.
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:52 p.m., September 21, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Todd Hart, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Director Kayser made a motion to amend the agenda, moving Special Education Delivery Plan from New Business to Item A1 under Financial Secretary’s Report at the beginning of the meeting. Seconded by Director Hart. All ayes.
Michelle Deshler with Great Prairie AEA presented the Special Education Delivery Plan to the board. Discussion was held regarding the plan and how determined. The plan must be posted on the website for 30 days. Plan will be approved at a future board meeting.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips reported on enrollment for this year. Mr. Phillips estimates that enrollment is up this year. Certified count day will be October 1st. Mr. Phillips discussed funding for the pre-school. Mr. Phillips is planning an apple festival for the elementary using the apples off the apple tree out front. They will be making apple cider and apple pies. The date has not been set.
Mr. Phillips discussed the pep bus that went to Winfield-Mt. Union for the football game. About 69 students and 8 staff went. All had a good time. Donations were made from Music Boosters and A-Club to fund the trip.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed enrollment numbers stating we should be up in numbers this year. Homecoming Activities are all planned for this week and are very well organized. Discussion was held regarding some e-mail issues involving the Mac books. Mr. Campbell is working on getting these items resolved.
Mr. Fetter discussed athletic savings, athletic budget, and athletic website. Mr. Fetter is working on the athletic website, which is www.gocomets.ihigh.com. This is a free site. Mr. Fetter is planning a golf tournament and we are still in need of a girl’s basketball coach.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton discussed the mileage rate for the district. We currently pay $0.21 a mile. This will be reviewed at a work session. Archery Club will meet with Director Hart and Director Thomas to discuss their status with the school. School delays and cancellations procedures will be discussed at a work session.
Director Thomas and Director Streeby will be on the District Advisory Committee this year.
Dr. Shekleton discussed with the board ideas on seeking Cardinal Graduates that have done great things.
Dr. Shekleton informed the board that we have been removed from the SINA list.
Field Trips and academic focus of board meetings will be discussed at a work session.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the bleachers and the elementary foundation. Dr. Shekleton informed board that the air samples from the elementary building came back Ok.
Cindy Shepherd presented information on iSPIN. It is ok for Mrs. Shepherd to proceed with the program.
Work session was set up for October 7, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Under open forum Julia White addressed the board regarding the adopt a grandparent program.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve a contract with Natalie Krekel as .6 middle school English teacher, and high school librarian. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
No bids were received for the portable classroom building.
Director Kayser made a motion to not allow Fairfield Community Schools buses to enter the Cardinal district. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the bid from Lawn Chief for seeding the high school gym walkway this fall. This was the low bid at $272.00. Second by Director Hart. All ayes.
Sara Swanson discussed the ACT testing with the board. Director Thomas made a motion to let students take either the ACT or Compass Test as a requirement for graduation. Students must pay for the ACT as the school will no longer pay the testing fees. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Discussion was held regarding the garbage collection for the district. Director Kayser made a motion to accept the bid from Waste Management, Option # 2, for $373.00 per month plus fuel surcharge.
Director Hart made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Seconded by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be October 12, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Board Office
August 13, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., August 13, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, MS/HS Principal Rob Campbell, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Sheila Fetter, Cindy Shepherd, Julia White, and Tony Fetter.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the 7/9/09, regular meeting and 7/31/09 special meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports and monthly invoices in the amount of $107,046.05, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Tina Snyder, Board Secretary informed board that the utility pole will be replaced on Thursday, August 20, 2009. School has to pay for half the pole and an electrician.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips gave an update on peanut free campus and observations of holidays. Mr. Phillips explained to board that he has returned calls regarding the observations of holiday questions.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed summer projects and that they were being completed on schedule. Mr. Campbell purchased a new timer for the bell system, and it will be used this year.
Mr. Campbell discussed the new hires for the vacancies that occurred late in the year.
Mr. Campbell also discussed the student handbook and recommendations for changes for the 09-10 year. Director Campbell made a motion to approve the student handbook with the changes discussed with the board. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Mr. Fetter discussed the high school gym floor. It will not be redone this summer as the company hired is running behind schedule. It will be done in June 2010 for the same quoted price.
Mr. Fetter gave recommendations for coaching hires.
Superintendent Dr. Shekleton gave an update on school board election paper’s that were turned in. Mike Kayser and Todd Hart turned in papers. Mary Campbell will not be running again this year.
Dr. Shekleton is very pleased with the summer projects that have been done this year.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the audit, EPA visit and that the middle school was listed as a SINA school, school in need of assistance in both reading and math.
Dr. Shekleton discussed the elementary building and Foundation Recovery System will test the piers before school starts. EMC will be back on August 24, 2009.
Nothing under open forum.
Director Thomas made a motion to set substitute teacher pay at $100.00 per day for 2009-2010. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to set substitute support staffs pay at $7.25 per hour for cooks, aides, and secretaries. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to name Patriot Bank as the district’s depository of funds in the amount of $1,500,000 and Libertyville Savings Bank as a depository of funds in the amount of $200,000. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to name Ahlers & Cooney Law firm of Des Moines as school attorneys for the 2009-2010 school year. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the verbal resignation on August 13, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. of Debb Durflinger, Cook. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation of Kevin Patterson, High School PE, Head Girls Basketball Coach, Head Boys Track Coach, Assistant High School Football Coach, and High School Student Council. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to accept the resignation of Jim Lindsay, High School Science, Head Football Coach, Head Wrestling Coach, and SAT Team Member. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the resignation of Alecia Gardner, High School English Teacher. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Campbell made a motion to accept the resignation of Stephanie Belger, Aide. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation of Lisa Sloan Nordyke, Aide. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to accept the verbal resignation on August 11, 2009 of Heidi Carman, Aide. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve contracts with Amibeth Blaine - Elementary Spec. Ed. – Level I & II,
Stephenie Welch - Elementary Spec. Ed. – Level I & II, Dianne Wakelin - ½ Family and Consumer Science, Darren Hill, TAG, shared with Pekin, Head Football and Head Boys Track Coach, Thomas Lamansky - High School PE., shared with Van Buren, Assistant Football Coach, and Head Wrestling Coach, Jesse Andrews - Co-coach High School Volleyball,
Patti Durflinger - Middle School Volleyball, Steve O’Brien - Middle School Boy’s Basketball, Lori Steffensmeier - Science Teacher and SAT Member, Amanda Totten - Co-coach High School Volleyball. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the open enrollments. Both of these met the guidelines. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:14 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
The next regular board meeting will be Monday, September 21, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library, Middle/High School Building
July 9, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:00 p.m., July 9, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Mike Kayser and Carol Streeby.
Also present were Superintendent Dr. Frank Shekleton, Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Maria Youngblut, Tony Fetter and Tom Essary.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the June 8, 2009 regular board meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports and monthly invoices from June and July in the amount of $272,910.57, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed peanut free campus, learning pods and standards based report cards. Mr. Phillips also informed board of the meet and greet night scheduled for August 25th from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Also Mr. Phillips informed board that Foundation Recovery Systems will be here at 11:00 a.m. on Friday to look at elementary building, the generator need to have some wiring work done and discussed the pre-school ad for Dandy Dollar.
Middle School/High School Principal Rob Campbell discussed painting in the hallways and how nice it looked, relocation of classrooms, and cleaning up of the Principal’s office.
Mr. Fetter discussed the design for the gym floor and coaching positions that are open.
Dr. Shekleton updated the board on the summer projects, painting, and culvert by the back drive. Also discussed was the stimulus money spending guidelines.
There will be a work session on goals for all administrators at a later date.
Discussion was held on the status of outsourcing the food service. We will continue to investigate outsourcing with Taher.
Nothing was addressed under open forum.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the Iowa Association of School Board dues for the 09-10 year. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the Iowa School Finance – Larry Siegel, dues for the 09-10 year. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve registration fees for the 2009-2010 school year as presented to the board. All prices will be the same as last year and lunch prices will be reviewed in December 2009. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to appoint the Ottumwa Courier as the official newspaper for the 09-10 school year. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation of Paula Pollock, Elementary Special Ed Teacher, Amanda Durflinger, Cook, Mike Jones, Middle School Football Coach, and Laura Carter, Head Cook. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve a contract with Crystal Aschenbrenner, Middle School Volleyball Coach. Board would like Mr. Fetter to investigate securing an assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve a contract with Jordan Buell, Middle School Football Coach and Assistant High School Boys Basketball Coach. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to appoint Tina Snyder as Secretary/Treasurer for the 09-10 year. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the master contracts for the teachers union and support staff union for the 09-10. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the Back to School Luncheon at the KD Center sponsored by the Eldon TTT. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the bus bid from School Bus Sales in the amount of $75,251.00, upon checking it meets all the requirements for the BEEP Grant. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
The next regular board meeting will be Monday, August 10, 2009.
Regular Board Meeting
Library, Middle/High School Building
June 8, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 5:30 p.m., June 08, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Stephanie Ferrell, Ava Ferrell, Mike Ferrell, Debbie Van Horn, Maria Youngblut, and Tony Fetter.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the May 11th regular meeting, and May 19th work session meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports and monthly invoices in the amount of $178,097.11, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to allow the business manager to pay end of year invoices. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips handed out end of year reports from the elementary teachers for the boards review.
Mr. Phillips gave an update on the grants he will be working on over the summer.
Stephanie Ferrell addressed the board regarding the new policies for classroom parties and celebrations at the elementary building starting with the 09-10 school year.
Stephanie also discussed the idea of making Cardinal Schools a peanut free campus. This would mean that no peanuts or tree nuts of any kind would be allowed on campus, this is due to the number of children who are developing allergies to nuts.
Director Thomas made a motion to make Cardinal Schools a peanut free campus. Second by Kayser. All ayes.
Mr. Fetter discussed the design for the gym floor and gave a coaching update for next year.
Superintendent Snook gave an update on SILO money, summer projects, and discussed some issues for the 09-10 school year.
Nothing under open forum.
Under old business, Director Kayser made a motion to approve the student handbooks for the 09-10 school year. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation from Jennifer Burton, Elementary Teacher. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation from Arnie Snook, Head High School Boys Track Coach. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignations from Jennifer Burton, assistant high school softball coach and head high school volleyball coach for the 09-10 school year. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation from Jessie Greiner, head girls track coach, pending a suitable replacement is found. Second by Thomas. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignation from Barbara Meyer, national honor society sponsor, pending a suitable replacement is found. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve contract with Kevin Patterson, head high school boys track coach. Second by Thomas. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve contract with Judy Fulton, basketball and wrestling cheerleading sponsor, pending completion of certification. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
ISFIS, Larry Sigel Consulting, and IASB dues for 09-10 were table until the July meeting.
Director Kayser made a motion to appoint Tina Snyder as Board Secretary/Business Manager for the 09-10 year. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the milk bid in cartons, from Anderson Erickson, for the 09-10 school year. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the bread bid from Sara Lee for the 09-10 school year. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve open enrollment applications as follows: Cardinal to Fairfield, Cheyenne Brown, Angelica Rhinehart, and Logan Rhinehart. Cardinal to Davis County, Navy Grooms. These all meet the good conduct clause. Second by Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:42 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
The next regular board meeting will be July 2009.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
May 7, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 8:00 a.m., May 7, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell and Carol Streeby. Director Mike Kayser was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook and High School/Middle School Principal Deron Durflinger.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Discussion was held regarding the High School Principal position for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 8:30 a.m. Director Streeby made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Campbell made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:31 a.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Work Session Board Meeting
Boardroom
April 29, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in a work session at 5:30 p.m., April 29, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell. Mike Kayser and Carol Streeby.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Discussion was held on summer projects. Items discussed were seal coating parking lots and relining, concrete back sidewalk, lagoons, high school gym floor, and painting hallways.
Mr. Snook will get bids.
No decisions were made at this time.
Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 28, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 3:00 p.m., April 28, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby, Mike Kayser and Mary Campbell.
Also present were Superintendent Elect Frank Shekleton.
Director Campbell made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
At 3:02 p.m. Director Kayser made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Interview was held with possible principal candidate for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 4:10 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:11 p.m. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 22, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 6:00 p.m., April 22, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas and Mary Campbell. Directors Mike Kayser and Carol Streeby were absent.
Also present was Superintendent Elect Frank Shekleton.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
At 6:01 p.m. Director Campbell made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Interviews with principal candidate’s for the 2009-2010 school year were conducted.
At 10:24 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:27 p.m. Second by Director Greiner. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 21, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 6:00 p.m., April 21, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Carol Streeby and Mary Campbell. Director Mike Kayser was absent.
Also present was Superintendent Elect Frank Shekleton.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
At 6:02 p.m. Director Campbell made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Interviews with principal candidate’s for the 2009-2010 school year were conducted.
At 8:24 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 17, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 5:00 p.m., April 17, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, and Mary Campbell. Directors Mike Kayser and Carol Streeby were absent.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
At 5:02 p.m. Director Campbell made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Telephone interview with a principal candidate for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 5:58 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting
Library, Middle/High School Building
April 13, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in regular session at 6:30 p.m., April 13, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mary Campbell, Carol Streeby, and Mike Kayser.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook, Secondary Principal Deron Durflinger, and Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips.
Others present were Seth Moore, AJ McElderry, Ryan Giltner, Austin O’Brien, Tanner Thorne, Michael Goering, Linda Anderson, Justin Peters, Morgan Benson, Kendra Olson, Maggie Pauls, Johnna Chance, Conner Schlegel, Jake Scherer, and Matt Smith.
The agenda was amended to move item 2: Senior Presentation under C: Secondary Principal’s Report to item C: under Approval of Agenda Items, add item 5: Conferences and 6: SIEDA Open House under B: Elementary Principal’s Report and add item 9: Strategic Meeting/Executive Session and move Meeting Adjournment to item 10. Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Michael Goering presented his portfolio and discussed with the board about what a great education he received here at Cardinal. He is going to Cornell College on scholarships and will be majoring in the medical field.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the consent agenda items which included the minutes of the March 9, 2009 regular board meeting and March 30, 2009 special meeting, hot lunch, activity and monthly financial reports, and monthly invoices in the amount of $334,966.08, plus payroll as audited. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Linda Andersen presented information and guidelines from the Counselor Academy Classes she is attending.
Elementary Principal Kerry Phillips discussed Grandparents Day. They had 157 grandparents attend. Mr. Phillips also informed board that they had 94% attendance for parent teacher conferences.
Mr. Phillips informed board of grants he is working on and timelines, folding chairs that were purchased with a donation from the PTO, and the SIEDA open house.
Secondary Principal Deron Durflinger informed board they had 76% turnout for parent teacher conferences. Discussion was held regarding the open house at the middle school/high school for the Mac Books. Five districts’ came to view our classes. Apple may want to have an open house here in May.
Superintendent Snook discussed settlements for negotiations. The average settlement is 3.43% for the seventy-seven that have settled. Settlements are dropping as time goes on. Teacher termination’s need to be handed out by April 30th.
Mr. Snook presented the board with the warranty from Johnson Controls. This is a one year warranty and will expire on March 16, 2010.
The board will have a work session on April 29th at 5:30 p.m. to discuss summer projects. This will be held in conjunction with support staff negotiations.
We will wait to renew the contract with FBG after the new superintendent starts. There is still one year left on the original contract.
Mr. Snook discussed the hiring of the 6-12 principal. Of the two candidates he was to contact the out of state gentlemen is still available, but the other gentleman has taken a position elsewhere.
Nothing was addressed under open forum.
Under old business, discussion was held on the 2009-2010 school calendar. Director Campbell made a motion to approve the 2009-2010 calendar. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to accept the resignations from Matt Kayser, high school assistant boy’s basketball coach, Darren Batterson, high school assistant baseball coach, and Heidi Frescoln, wrestling and basketball cheerleading sponsor. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Greiner made a motion to approve contracts with Jay Olson, assistant high school baseball coach, and Brian Witzenburg, junior high baseball coach. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve open enrollments for Richard Bonjour to Ottumwa, Aidan Tabili to Fairfield, and Ashley Kempf to Fairfield. Two meet the timelines, and one is for good cause. Second by Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the early retirement agreement reached with Argena Cathey.
Instead of the original policy, it is being subsidized with the payment of single health insurance and family dental until Argena reaches age sixty-five. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the ISCAP Supplemental Resolution. Second by Thomas. Roll call vote: Greiner, aye, Campbell, aye, Thomas, aye, Streeby, aye, Kayser, aye. Vote carried: 5-0.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the ISCAP Workout Plan. Second by Director Thomas. Roll call vote: Greiner, aye, Campbell, aye, Thomas, aye, Streeby, aye, Kayser, aye. Vote carried: 5-0.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve a contract with Frank Shekleton, Superintendent, for the 2009-2010 school year for $96,000.00. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the 28E agreement with Pekin Schools for sharing Industrial Tech teacher, Spanish teacher, and upper-level math teacher. This is for the school years 2009-2010 and 2010-2011. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
At 7:56 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to go into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session under Iowa Code 20.17(3). Second by Director Campbell. Roll call vote: Greiner, aye, Campbell, aye, Thomas, aye, Streeby, aye, Kayser, aye. Vote carried: 5-0.
Discussion was held on the 6-12 principal applications.
At 8:40 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to return to open session. Second by Director Kayser. Roll call vote: Greiner, aye, Campbell, aye, Thomas, aye, Streeby, aye, Kayser, aye. Vote carried: 5-0.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be May 11, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 8, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 6:10 p.m., April 8, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, and Carol Streeby. Directors Mike Kayser and Mary Campbell were absent.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook.
Director Streeby made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
At 6:14 p.m. Director Streeby made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held regarding the Principal position for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 7:07 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Streeby. All ayes.
Director Streeby made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be April 13, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Board Room
April 8, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 3:00 p.m., April 3, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mike Kayser and Mary Campbell. Carol Streeby was absent.
Also present was a “superintendent applicant.”
Director Kayser made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Discussion was held regarding the Superintendent position for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 3:54 p.m. Director Thomas made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Kayser made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 3:55 p.m. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be April 13, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
Library, Middle/High School Building
April 1, 2009 back to Board Minutes
UNOFFICIAL BOARD MINUTES
The Board of Education of the Cardinal Community School District, Wapello, Jefferson, Van Buren and Davis Counties, State of Iowa, met in special session at 6:00 p.m., April 1, 2009.
President Greg Greiner called the meeting to order. Present were Directors Fred Thomas, Mike Kayser, and Mary Campbell. Director Carol Streeby was absent.
Also present were Superintendent Arnie Snook.
Director Thomas made a motion to approve the agenda as posted. Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to move into Strategic Meeting/Executive Session as provide for in Iowa Code Section 20.17 (3). Second by Director Kayser. All ayes.
Discussion was held regarding the Superintendent position for the 2009-2010 school year.
At 8:04 p.m. Director Kayser made a motion to move out of executive session. Second by Director Thomas. All ayes.
Director Thomas made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Second by Director Campbell. All ayes.
Next regular board meeting will be April 13, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
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