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Coal City Community Unit School District #1Board of Education Meeting MinutesMonday, April 20, 2009

President Hamilton called the meeting of the Board of Education of Coal City Community Unit School District #1 to order at 5:00 p.m. at the Coal City Middle School Community Room. Members answering roll call were Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano and Shawn Hamilton. Superintendent Kent Bugg, Director of Business Services Jason Smith, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Tammy Elledge, Jeff Emerson and Karen Vota were also in attendance.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

President Hamilton led the Board of Education and others present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

CLOSED SESSION

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Miller seconded to go to closed session at 5:01 p.m. for the purpose of considering information regarding the selection of a person to fill a public office, review of closed session minutes; the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees; collective negotiating matters, land acquisition and imminent litigation.

Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

When the Board returned to open session, President Hamilton called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with the Board members answering roll call present: Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano and Shawn Hamilton. Other members in the audience included representatives of the press Ann Gill, Mark Malone and Josette Twait.

ACTION AS A RESULT OF CLOSED SESSION

1. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Pogliano seconded to approve the employment of Maura Steinke as special education teacher at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mary Gill, Robert Pogliano, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

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2. Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the employment of Carrie Tessler as special education teacher at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Ken Miller, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

3. Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Michele Hill as 3.25 hour per day special education aide at the Early Childhood Center for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

4. Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the employment of Jennifer Zomboracz as 3.25 hour per day special education aide at the Early Childhood Center for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Ken Miller, Mary Gill, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

5. Mr. Bianchi moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Candice Grunauer as 3.25 hour per day special education aide at the Early Childhood Center for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Mark Jiskra, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

6. Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the employment of Kelli Simpson as full-time special education aide at the Elementary School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


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7. Mr. Pogliano moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the employment of Heather Kramer as full-time special education, one-on-one student aide at the Intermediate School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Robert Pogliano, Mary Gill, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

8. Mr. Jiskra moved and Mr. Grove seconded to approve the employment of Sally Bentson as full-time special education aide at the Middle School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mark Jiskra, Curtis Grove, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

9. Mr. Bianchi moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the employment of Donna Harmon as 3.25 hour per day, special education aide at the Middle School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

10. Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Miller seconded to approve the employment of Daryl D’Agostino as 3.25 hour per day, special education aide at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

11. Mr. Pogliano moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Dawn Rodgers as 3.25 hour per day, special education aide at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Robert Pogliano, Mark Jiskra, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

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12. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Carolyn Purdy as 3.25 hour per day, special education aide at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

13. Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the employment of Dan Jerbi as full-time special education aide at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


14. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to accept the resignation of Mary McCollough, lunchroom/study hall aide at the Middle School, effective June 4, 2009 and to thank her for her year of service to the district.


15. Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to accept the resignation of Tami Rush as Central Office Secretary, effective March 27 and to thank her for her service to the district.


16. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to accept the resignation of Nicole Landefeld as Special Education Teacher at the Middle School for the 2009-2010 school year.


17. Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve Rick Meyer as volunteer for the Middle School Track program pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


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18. Mr. Pogliano moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the employment of Amanda Steinke as business education teacher at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


19. Mr. Bianchi moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Jill Larson as 3.25 hour per day special education aide at the High School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.

Roll Call.Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Mark Jiskra, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

20. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Celeste Sheridan as central office secretary for curriculum, assessment and special populations, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


21. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the employment of Cheryl Attwood as 3.25 hour per day special education aide at the Middle School for the 2009-2010 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements.


APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the consent agenda including the minutes and closed session minutes from the regular meeting of March 16, the Board Study Session of the Whole of April 6, the February Activity Fund Reports; February Treasurer’s Report, the March Monthly Manual Checks report; the March Payrolls, the April Accounts Payable and the following building usage request:

Group Building Ins. DateCoal City Jr. Women’s Club ECC Yes April 1, 2009Coal City Jr. Women’s Club HS Yes April 18, 2009Coal City Area Baseball ES Yes April 1-15, 2009

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Coal City Area Baseball IS Baseball Field Yes April 1-July 30, 2009Coal City Soccer Club ES Cafeteria Yes April 17, 2009Coal City Wrestling Club HS Yes May 9, 2009Coal City Area Baseball MS Yes May 9, 2009

Roll call.Ayes: Curtis Grove, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS

1. Introduction/acknowledgement of guests. President Hamilton welcomed those in attendance.

ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS

A. EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER REPORT

Calender of Events April 2 Mrs. Monk attends a workshop on Using Memory Research to Raise Student

AchievementApril 6 & 7 Interviews for potential Special Education Teaching AssistantsApril 1-9 First Grade Assessment weeks, OLSAT & SATApril 8 Learning Leadership Team Meeting at the Fire BarnApril 14 Meeting with Ann Nordstrom—the Truancy LadyApril 15 Author, Jim Gill presents to ECC studentsApril 21 Family Night Out—5:00 to 6:30April 22 ECC Grandparents Day—3:00 to 4:00 April 20-24 Two for One at the ECC Book FairApril 29 & 30 Preschool Annual Reviews

PersonnelFirst grade staff worked diligently to assist students in completing the OSAT and the SAT. Results from this assessment will predict student success and skills for second grade.Kindergarten staff met and discussed the writing process adopted as our District Writing Initiative. This information will be shared along with First Grade comments at the May Curriculum Early Release Day.

Pupil PersonnelStudents have begun to help in daily announcements. They will be heard announcing the daily lunch menu and day’s end.

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Guidance Curriculum

Social

Worker activities planned for the month of AprilResponsive Services

Continue Social Skills Groups Continue individual counseling with at-risk students (behavior and social/emotional issues)

Guidance Curriculum Second Step

System Support Bi-monthly Student Services meeting

Kailee Marketti, MS Social Work Intern, will be helping me out with some Second Step lessons and social skills groups.

Staff RecognitionStaff continues to work as a team for the good of students. The newly adopted curriculum has been a challenge with the depth of activities that can be presented. Conversations at staff meetings have begun to compare the expectations at the two levels, (K,1). Where first grade is a challenge, kindergarten has called for some benchmarks to be supplemented.

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Student contacts during the month of March

Responsive Services 47Guidance Curriculum K -153 + 153 + 153

1st – 165 +165 +165Total = 954


B. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REPORT

CALENDAR OF EVENTSApril 2 OLSAT Testing 3rd GradeApril 6 & 7 Special Ed. Aide InterviewsApril 6 Board Study SessionApril 7 PSO Meeting – 6:30pm – CCESApril 8 LLT @ CC Fire BarnApril 10, 13 NO SCHOOL – Easter BreakApril 15 2nd Grade Music Program – 7:00pm – CCHSApril 17 CCES Career Fair April 20 Board of Education MeetingApril 21 RTI Day at CCESApril 23 CCES 3rd Grade to GAVC – Morris

Grandparents Day – 3:00pm

CCESGrade Teacher Males Females Total Special NeedsSecond Hausman 11 10 21

Kaye 9 11 20Masters 12 9 21Petersen 9 11 20Provance 10 10 20Rutkowski 7 12 19 2 f, 1 mTerrel 8 12 20 2 f, 1 mVironda 11 10 21

Total 2nd = 77 85 162Third Adkins 10 9 19 2f, 2 m

Bernstein 10 11 21Doster 11 8 19 2 f, 1 mFeeney 10 10 20Hanley 11 8 19Skubic 11 9 20Watson 8 12 20Zafran 9 11 20

Total 3rd = 80 78 158SN = 2nd/3rd Cuchra 5 8 13

Grand Total 162 171 333

PERSONNEL*We would like to congratulate Cris Bernstein who recently became engaged to Mel Bormet Jr. Ms. Bernstein is planning on a June 2010 wedding.

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*On March 3, Robert Brovont and I attended the IL State University Job Fair in Normal, IL.

*On March 11, I attended a training session for the FEMA visit at Coal City Middle School.

*On March 17, CCES held a RTI Day to check the academic progress of students that are involved in the Response to Intervention process. We currently have approximately 17-18 students in RTI.

*On March 19, I attend the FEMA Disaster Response Meeting at Coal City Elementary School.

MONTH IN REVIEW

*On March 2, CCES students observed Casmir Pulaski’s birthday.

*On March 3, PSO held their annual monthly meeting. Items discussed at the meeting included the updating of PSO’s by-laws, upcoming elections and open position on PSO Board and the upcoming Greek Games.

During the week of March 3 and March 9, CCES 3rd grade students took the IL Standards Achievement Test (ISAT). The students were tested in the areas of reading, math and writing. The students did an outstanding job of taking the tests and worked incredibly hard. I was very proud of their effort and look forward to seeing how they performed on the tests. I also wanted to recognize all of the work and effort the 3rd grade teachers put into preparing our students for these important tests. I am confident the students will continue the tradition of high student achievement at CCES.

*On March 16, CCES held a tornado drill to prepare students to take cover in case of dangerous weather.

*On March 20, CCES students participated in an assembly presented by the Joliet Jackhammers Baseball Organization. The assembly promoted good choices and the Reading Buddies reading program where CCES students have the ability to earn free tickets to a Jackhammer game this summer.

*On March 20, 3rd quarter report cards were sent home with CCES students.

*CCES students and staff members were on spring break during the week of March 23 – 27. Students returned to school on Monday, March 30.

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Social Worker activities planned for the month of AprilResponsive Services

Individual counseling with at-risk students (behavior and social/emotional issues) Social Skills groups continued Divorce groups continued

Guidance Curriculum Second Step – Second Grade Steps to Respect – Third Grade Introducing Steps to Respect (Bullying prevention program from the makers of Second

Step) to one additional Third grade classSystem Support

Parent letter: Steps to Respect Bi-monthly student services meeting

C. INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL REPORT

Calendar of Events April: National Poetry Month (Poems over PA System!)

National Library Week (14 th – 17 th ) *Student Council Sponsored Used Boook Sale!*Coal City Public Library Bookmark Contest!National Turn Off the TV & Read Month!*Jammer Book Buddies Reading Program!Tue. Apr. 7 PSO Mtg. @ CCES Café – 6:30 PM.Wed. Apr. 8 4th Grade Music Program @ CCHS 7PM!

Market Day @ CCIS Café ~ 4-5:00 PMASAP (M,T, & TH) 3-4 PMFri. Apr. 10-13… No School – Easter BreakTue. Apr. 14…… Gus Macker Basketball Advisory!Fri. Apr. 17…… CCIS School Store OPEN for Business!Mon. Apr. 20…… Unit #1 School Board Mtg. @ CCMS!

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Responsive Services

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Guidance Curriculum

2nd – 1423rd – 239


4th Qtr. Progress Reports Due!Tue. Apr. 22…….Earth Day @ CCIS!

5th Grade Music Program @ CCHS 7 PM!Art Buddies Each Thursday! Thur. Apr. 23…… Cabaret Night @ CCHS 7 PM!Fri. Apr. 24…… 4th Quarter Progress Reports Home!

Arbor Day! Green Day – Student Council!

Administration: Bus Slips: 0 – Great Year! School Rules: Parental Phone Calls! Recess Detentions!

Pupil Personnel (April is “Conflict Resolution / Feelings” Month at CCIS)All Intramural Programs have been completed (volleyball & Basketball)!CCIS ISAT Tests have been shipped for scoring! Famous ISAT Parade Send-Off !CCIS has completed all emergency drills (3X); Last Sheltering 4/6; Last Evacuation 4/7!5th Grade Step-Up-Day will be conducted via individual homerooms in May (7 classes).Fifth Graders took the OLSAT Ability Test (IQ) on Thursday, April 9th @ 8:15 AM.Flowers planted at CCIS (Earth Day 4/22 & Arbor Day 4/24). Student Council Initiative!4th Grade Ag Jeopardy Team to compete in Regional Contest = May 1st @ Saratoga!Camp Invention (July 20 – 24) to invade CCIS this summer (good student #’s to date).

Congratulations to Kylee Kripple ! She earned a 2nd Place Award for her illustration submitted to the Office of Economic Education’s Economics Poster Contest. The contest is all about introducing students to the importance of economic principles. Kylee’s illustration, Goods & Services, showed that she has a good understanding of economic principles. The contest is sponsored by Governors State University. Kylee will receive a book about money for her efforts. She entered the contest through Mrs. Miller’s Social Studies Class. Way to Go!

Congratulations to this year’s 4 th Grade Ag Jeopardy Team ! The following students will compete against other area schools in this year’s tournament (5/1 @ Saratoga – 6:30 PM). CCIS is PROUD of you….Kenady Clayburn, Drew Pierce, Clayton Cash, Ashley Jackman, Alyssa Esposito, & Allison Norris. The team is coached by Mrs. Jelm. Best of Luck!!

Congratulations to the CCIS “Doodle for Google” Winners! Students at CCIS participated in the “Doodle for Google” Contest to illustrate & explain what they wish for the world. The contest, sponsored by the CCIS Student Counci prompted students to think how we can make the world a better place. All students at CCIS were eligible to submit their doodle to the student council. All entries were narrowed down, by vote, to the top six entries to send to Google. The six finalists will have a chance to

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win various, impressive prizes from Google, such as college scholarships, laptops, and trips to Google’s Headquarters in New York City! Way to go & Best of Luck….Hannah Batuzich, Alyssa Gernenz, Julia Caceras, Nick Micetich, Destiny Horkavy, and Allison Neumann. Way to Put CCIS on the MAP!

Month in Review (March was “Health & Prevention” Month!)On February 27th, CCIS ISAT Spirit Assembly (Great School Spirit; North Gym)On March 2nd, there was no school in lieu of Casimir Pulaski Day! Read Across America Day; Dr. Seuss 105 yrs. old; Students pledge to read on their own.On March 3rd, the monthly PSO Mtg. took place at the CCES Café!*ISAT TESTING: March 3rd – 13th – ISAT Center Set-Up in 5th grade hallway! *EXPECT SUCCESS trinkets distributed to students by student council members.On March 6th, Dad’s Night Out (4th) was a lot of FUN ~ Sponsored by the PSO!On March 11th, the greater community arrived at CCIS for Market Day!On March 13th, Dad’s Night Out (5th) was a BIG HIT ~ Good Attendance = BIG FUN! March Madness College Shirt Day @ CCIS sponsored by the student Council. On March 16th-20th, CCIS students enjoyed roller skating at the Family Skate Center. Students skate through PE Class…incentive for doing their best during ISAT Testing! On March 17th, Green Day sponsored by the Student council! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The World Famous ISAT Parade took place today! One of the BEST parades EVER!On March 18th, Cabaret Night Auditions were conducted at CCHS! Good Luck CCIS!On March 19th, the inaugural CCIS Science Fair took place! Fantastic – What a Crowd! This event received an incredible amount of feedback, more to come in 2009-2010. 3rd Quarter Report Cards were mailed home today.On March 20th, Hawaiian Shirt Day was sponsored by the Student Council! Spring Begins! The CCIS School Store was OPEN for Business ~ Thank You parent volunteers! The Joiet JackHammer’s mascot Jammer arrived at CCIS ~ Initiate Reading Program!*SPRING BREAK: March 21st – March 29th! Classes Resumed on Monday, March 30th!

Coal City Intermediate School Student Services


Responsive Services 6Individual Planning 58Guidance Curriculum 0

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Social Worker activities planned for the month of AprilResponsive Services

Meetings with students at-risk (academic, attendance/truancy, behavior/suspensions, social/emotional issues)

Meeting and collaborating with teachers, administration, and staff about students with immediate concerns.

Work with families who are identified as homeless. Work with families who their children are having attendance issues.

Guidance Curriculum Second Step Curriculum for 4th grade students(did not complete in March). Look at Steps to Respect Curriculum and plan for end of this year/beginning of next

year. Individual Planning

Parent conferences with teachers in regards to student concerns. On-going individual counseling On-going groups: social skills, divorce, anger management, grief and student success

skills.System Support

Called parents and sent letter to students with 5-7 days absents and 5 or more days tardy. Co-coordinating the Art Buddies/Big Brother Big Sisters Program, meetings every

Thursday, last meeting May 7th. Bi-monthly Student Services meeting. Attend NTTF meetings Attend Operation Snowflake monthly meetings Research RTI and PBSI and my role in assisting implementation

D. MIDDLE SCHOOL REPORT

Calendar of Events: April 1 – 8th Grade Gown MeasurementApril 8 – Spring Sports PicturesApril 23 – 4th Quarter Progress Reports mailed homeApril 27 – Madrigals perform for 8th Grade

Recognition: Students of the Month for March were: Jake Czaja, Nate Chapman, and Leslie Lopez.

The Spelling Bee was held on March18th with the following results: third place, Haley Collins, second place, Tony Norris, and in first place Amy Popovich. Representing CCMS at the Conference Spelling Bee on April 21st in Mazon will be Tom Gillum, Becca Stiles, and Tony Norris.

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The 2007 CCMS Mathletes took third place overall in the IVC math contest on April 1. Individual winners were Josh Rodgers and Tony Norris (2nd place) in eighth grade and Bailey Durkin(4th place) and Will Berg (3rd place) in sixth grade. The 8th grade team took 1st place, the 7th grade team placed 4th, and the 6th grade team finished in 3rd place in the grade level competition.

The Scholastic Bowl Team took 1st Place at the IVC Tournament on April 4th at Elwood. The team is 20-1 and is seeded first in the regional, which will be held on April 29th.

Congratulations to Zack Landers, who took 13th at the Chemist Challenge State Competition on April 1. Zack is the first CCMS student to advance to the state finals of this competition.

Corey Jurzak, Ryland Tondini, Jake Czaja, Terry Blondin, Casey Brown, Ryan Naples, and Allen Potter advanced to the state wrestling tournament and captured 6th place as a team. Corey Jurzak capped an undefeated season by pinning his opponent in 36 seconds to capture 1st Place in the 65 pound weight class!

CCMS currently has approximately 140 students participating in track this year.

Month in Review: The 8th grade students attended the HS musical “The Sound of Music” on March 12th. Megan Gotz, an 8th grade student at CCMS, was cast as Marta von Trapp.

The CCMS Solo & Ensemble Contest was held at CCMS on Saturday, March 14th. Thanks to Miss Morris for providing our music students with this opportunity.

A tornado drill was held at CCMS on March 19th.

On Friday, March 20th, the students were rewarded for their fundraising efforts with a FUNdraiser day. The students had met their goal of raising $1,000 dollars for needy families in December. The students were to have their FUNdraiser day on the afternoon December 19th, but the weather caused the cancellation of school that day. The students rotated between the gyms and the commons playing board games and basketball and dodgeball. The students did a great job and we hope to make this a regular event.

Current Enrollment Figures as of April 1, 20096th grade = 130 + 16 Sp. Ed. Students = 146 total 7th grade = 149 + 22 Sp. Ed. students = 171 total 8th grade = 160 + 17 Sp. Ed. students = 177 total 494 total on campus (497 Total)

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3 Coal City Middle School students housed elsewhere. 39 New Students, 31 Transfer students to date.

Discipline Report for March 2009 Aggressive Behavior 2Bus Misconduct 1Disobedience of Class Rules 15Disruption, Disrespect, Disorderly Conduct 1Disobedience of School Rules 3Tardiness 13Total 35

Detention 19In-School Suspension 1Lunch Detention 3Verbal Warning 12 Total 35

Coal City Middle School Student Services

Student contacts during March Responsive Services 5 (SW) = 5Individual Planning 62 (SW) = 62Guidance Curriculum 18 6th-8th gr. Peer Mediators

14 6th-8th gr. Mix It Up volunteers

Counselor & Social Worker activities planned for AprilResponsive Services

Meetings with students at-risk (academic, attendance/truancy, behavior/suspensions, social/emotional issues)

Guidance Curriculum Relational Aggression presentation to 8th grade girls during PE ((did not accomplish

in March.) Plan Internet Safety presentation (coming in May.)

Individual Planning Calls with Parents concerning possible retention/summer school Student Success Skills Groups Social Skills Groups Coping Skills Groups Stress Management Group

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New Student Group Divorce Group

System Support Finalize Master Schedule for 2009-2010 school year Facilitate ASAP coordination Peer Mediation Follow-up CCMS Office Student Assistance Team meeting Bi-monthly Student Services meeting Continue to work with secretaries/staff in the Student Management System and

Gradebook program Monthly meeting with Operation Snowflake Committee Research RTI interventions and PBIS Research Second Step and Steps to Respect Programs in other school districts. Begin assisting in the planning of 8th grade promotion

E. HIGH SCHOOL REPORT

Calendar of EventsApril 22nd & 23rd ACT/PSAE/Plan-Explore TestingApril 23rd Cabaret Night 7:00April 27th May 1st Operation Prom ActivitiesMay 2nd Prom Walk 4:30 CCHS

Prom at Willowbrook Banquet Center 7:00May 2nd Promfest@Brunswick Zone Romeoville 11pm-

2:30amMay 6th Early Dismissal 11:55May 12th Academic Awards Night 7:00 auditoriumMay 14th Senior PicnicMay 15th Senior Breakfast & Graduation practiceMay 17th Graduation 2:00May 20th Band / Chorus Concert 7:00 auditorium

Recognition: March Student’s of the Month are Kelsey Walker, Katy Summers, Charles Bessenhoffer, Alicha Grachan, Bailey Wheet, Jessica Smith, Brandon Offdencamp, Christina Grachan, and Jessica Mack. Value for the month of March was Responsibility.

On March 9th the National Honor Society sponsored the spring blood drive at CCHS. Nice job Mrs. Lyons and the National Honor Society for your efforts. 24 Units were donated by CCHS students and staff.

Congratulations to the following students who placed at the BPA State Leadership Conference on March 5-7. Cisco 1st place Nathan Ingalls and Cisco 4th Place Ryan Kunz. The Website Design Team of Lizzie

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McGuire, Ryan Kunz and Eric Galanos, placed 3rd and Alex Bauman placed 6th in PC Servicing and Troubleshooting.

The Grundy HOSA State Leadership Conference resulted in Devon Bernard receiving a 3rd place and Michelle Christensen a 4th Place on the Healthcare Issues Exam. Michelle Christensen received a 1st Place for her State Essay. Spencer Weck received a 7th Place on her Knowledge Tests on human Growth and Development. Devon Bernard received 8th Place on her Extemporaneous Health Poster. Chase Odeen received 6th Place on his Career Health Display and Andrea Bippus received 2nd Place for Health Education.

GAVC Director Award Winners for February are Nathaniel Peters for Computer Maintenance Tech, Ryan Kunz for CISCO/CMT II, Allison Daniels for Criminal Justice, and Ryan Sorenson for Electricity/Robotics.On March 23rd the following Science Club members took time away from their Spring Break to do some spring cleaning around town and assist with landscaping, Dana Nelson, Vicky Szczypkowski, and Lucero Torres.

On March 7th the following Chorus members placed at the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest at Clifton Central High School. Those receiving a I Rating were Katelyn Harrington, Jessica Echevarria, Chris McBride, Alex Castelan/Briana Brovont, Raven LeClaire, Chris McBride, Katie Sullivan, Emily McCullough, and Brittney Anderson, Leland Curl, Briana Brovont, Megan Zelinko, Jeff Young/Teah Trammel, and Madrigal Singers. Those receiving a II Rating were Emily Royer, Alex Castelan/Alyssa Brummerstedt, Alex Castelan/Briana Brovont/ and Alyssa Brummerstedt, Leland Curl/Nikki Cardwell/and Kacy Frese, Tim Sheehan/Austin Grimes, Jake Thomas, and Kelly Peters.

Board secretary Mary Gill commended the high school’s FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) members who competed at the state leadership conference last weekend. Three students competed in the food events and earned two gold and one silver medal. Gill noted that the school was well represented by the six students who attended.

Month in Review:

Greek Games was held on April 3rd and we would like to thank the PSO for the time and efforts to make Greek Games a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for all students who took part.Donations were made to each class.

The Varsity Club made its annual trip to the Shriners Hospital in Chicago on March 5th and presented them with a check in the amount of $156.

National Honor Society Induction ceremony was held on March 17th. The following new members were inducted into the Pete Dipaolo Chapter: Corinne Benson, Matt Certa, Ryan Collier, Jessica Frese, Alisha Grachan, Anthony Hakey, Leslie Herman, Alyssa Johnson, Dan Knowles, Kristina Korilko, Kellee Mahaffay, Tiger Onsen, Megan Petty, Ben Ryan, Hunter Sayers, McKenna Sheridan, Jerry Shirtino, Kelly Sisk, Lucero Torres, Corey Trammel, Kirsten Verdun, Krista Watson, Blake Yerkes, Stephanie Zitella. Mrs.

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Lyons and the present members performed a very nice induction ceremony.

On March 13th,14th, and 15th CCHS presented the musical “The Sound of Music”. Mrs. McDowell, Mr. Dooley, and Mr. Baer did a nice job of preparing some very talented students to present this year’s musical. Thanks, also goes out to Rita Wise and Deb Scudder for her work on the set designs. Those involved with the musical had an enjoyable experience.

April 15th will be the last day for the ACT Prep Class at CCHS. 65 students took part in the classes.

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In April, the student services department will be finalizing next year’s schedules and preparing students and staff for the upcoming standardized testing on April 22nd and 23rd for Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors. They will also be meeting with all Seniors to finalize post graduate plans and assist with preparation for graduation.

Current Enrollment Figures as of April 1,20099th Grade 148 10th Grade 15911 th Grade 162 12 th Grade 142 Total 611@ CCHS*25 students housed elsewhere Total 635

Discipline Report for March 1 – April 9 2009Disobedience of Class Rules 5Disrespect/Disorderly Conduct 2Class/Detention Cuts 10Electronic Device 25Improper Checkout 1Forgery /Lying 0Harassment 0Insubordination 1Truancy 2Possession of Drug/Smoking 2Driving/Parking Violations 1Inappropriate clothing/materials 2Theft 1Threat 1Vandalism 1Tardiness 5Total 59

Coal City High School Student ServicesStudent contacts during the month of

MarchResponsive Services 136Individual Planning 191Guidance Curriculum Like Skills presentations

in Health classes174

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A. Counselors & Social Worker activities planned for the month of April

Responsive Services On-going meetings with targeted students (academic, attendance/truancy, behavior/suspensions, social/emotional issues) Outreach to new referrals Consultation with teachers and parents Social Skills groupGuidance CurriculumLife Skills presentations to freshmen in Health classesIndividual Planning Final individual Senior exit conferences & discussion on post-high school

plans Parent contacts with students in danger of not graduating Process applications/write recommendations as neededSystem Support Student Services Department planning meetings (Apr. 6 & 27) PSAE Pre-ID small group sessions with juniors HS RTI committee meeting (Apr. 9) Staff inservice for room supervisors involved in April testing

Inservice for room supervisors and readers involved in PSAE special accommodations testing Publicize/promote local scholarship opportunities to seniors Collect scholarship applications with April 1 & April 15 deadlines Complete master schedule for 2009-10 Organize /prepare for April testing sessions (PSAE/PLAN/Practice PLAN) GAVC Counselors meeting (Apr. 7)

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F. CURRICULUM REPORT

Department Information:

Departments are making plans for summer work. Each department in the district will be working in some capacity this summer. Fine arts and CTE will begin the curriculum writing process. Physical Education/health/driver’s education will be writing assessments. Foreign language will be rewriting curriculum (since all students will now have a year of Spanish completed) and they will be starting the process of assessments at the lowest grade levels. Social studies, language arts, mathematics, and science will be working on assessments and finalizing curriculum from some classes. Special education will be continuing work on all curriculum and assessments not completed. We are currently in the process of hiring a new special education department chair to coordinate curriculum and assessment work this summer.

Jen Rink, science department coordinator has been working hard to get things planned for our first Camp Invention which will be held July 20-24 at Coal City Intermediate School. We have met our minimum number of student attendees for the camp to run.

Testing:

PSAE Testing Grade 11 April 22-23PLAN Testing Grades 9-10 April 22-23

All other standardized testing has been completed for the year. We should receive preliminary ISAT data sometime in May.

Staff Development:

The last early dismissal will be May 6th; we will hold K-12 department meetings, National Board Certification information meetings as well as building level activities that day.

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Web Site Information:

Hits to our site are shown in the table below:Unit Main

CCHS Main

CCMS Main

CCIS Main

CCES Main

CCECC Main

Vacancy Board

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G. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Bugg reported on:

1. The first collective bargaining meeting with the Association has been set for April 27th.

2. Dr. Bugg reviewed a memo from Whitt Law regarding current school funding issues. Three issues that may have an impact on future school funding are; reregulation of electric generation, the school funding lawsuit filed by the Chicago Urban League and property tax reform. Whitt Law will continue to monitor these issues.

3. Dr. Bugg provided an update on the progress of the Diamond Ridgeport TIF. The Joint Review Board, consisting of all taxing bodies within the TIF, recently met to determine if the area will meet the statutory requirement for a TIF. The Joint Review Board approved the eligibility and the process will go in front of the Diamond Board on May 12.

4. Dr. Bugg reported that Coal City TIF district plans are moving forward. Dr. Bugg will be meeting with Village Administrator Matt Fritz to discuss details.

5. Enclosure A. Monthly student enrollment figures

DATES TO REMEMBERApril 20 4th Quarter Progress Reports DueApril 23 Cabaret Night, 7pm @ HS AuditoriumMay 2 PromMay 4 Board Study Session

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H. SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE REPORT

Mr. Pogliano reported:

1. Approved the summer enrichment programs, Camp Math and Camp Read.

2. Approved the new Classroom Assistant Performance Evaluation Tool, which developed and reviewed collaboratively by the GCSEC Administrative Team and the Special Education Employees of Grundy County Association.

3. Approved the contract with Peoria Medicaid Services as its administrative claim and fee-for-service vendor at a cost of 7%.

4. Superintendent Dave Middleton of Minooka HS District provided a report from the LD Billing Subcommittee. The Committee is recommending a change in billing practices which would result in billing being based on a per staff basis as opposed to a per student basis. This proposal will be brought back for further discussion at the April Board meeting.

5. Accepted the resignation of Stephanie Johnston, program assistant, effective March 2, 2009.

6. Approved the employment of Celeste Sheridan and Laura Hajduk as part-time program assistants for the remainder of the 2008-2009 school year.

7. Approved the employment of Kristen Roman, school psychologist, for the 2009-2010 school year.

I. GRUNDY AREA VOCATIONAL CENTER REPORT

Mr. Hamilton reported:

1. Dr. Halloran and Mr. Copes presented the idea of Morris HS and GAVC sharing a technology director position for the 2009-2010 school year. The Board thought the idea deserved more research, so it will be discussed again in April.

2. Approved B.P.A. student and sponsors to attend the national competition May 6-10 in Dallas Texas.

3. Approved the FY2010 GAVC School Calendar.

4. Approved the re-employment of the following nontenured staff.Jim Cebulski Tiffin MisenerJim Falbo Ruth Ann SquellatiLaura Gast Andy KacenaJeff Hanley Debra EungardCraig Williamson

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5. Approved the amended 2008-2009 school calendar.

6. Approved the Project House 20 masonry bid from Dan McPherson Masonry for $7,100.

J. FIELD TRIPS / ATHLETIC REPORT

FIELD TRIPSGrade/Group Destination Date Teacher ResponsibleHS Fit For Life Class Bolingbrook-Lifetime Fitness April 30 Giana TrotterHS Book Club Barnes & Noble April 3 Marianne Melvin3rd Grade Field Museum May 18/20 Lori WatsonMS Teen Conference Morris April 16 Michelle PainterHS Marketing Class Chicagoland Speedway May 8 Mitch HamannHS HAP Class Kankakee County Jail May 7 Tara WelchHS CADD Class Oak Park May 7 Dave Oldham

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR

1. In regard to agenda items – none.

2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.) – none.

OLD BUSINESS

A. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT WITH THE GEORGE SOLLITT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AND GMP BUDGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL ADDITION

The contract for Construction Management Services with The George Sollitt Construction Company has been finalized and was reviewed by the Board. The George Sollitt Company managed the construction of the Early Childhood Center and will now manage the construction of the High School addition. John Pridmore was present to discuss the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Budget for the addition and entertained questions from the Board. Bid package release #1 will include earthwork, site/utilities, bituminous pavement and sidewalks/curbs.

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1. Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Miller seconded to approve the appointment of The George Sollitt Construction Company as construction manager for the District’s addition to the High School according to the terms set forth in the standard form of agreement as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

2. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Grove seconded to approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Budget for bid package release #1, of $4,769,737 for the high school addition as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Armand Bianchi, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

B. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY PLAN APPROVAL

As discussed at the March 16 Board meeting, the district technology plan was submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education for approval. ISBE approved the plan and now the plan should be approved by the Board. The Technology Plan is available for review on the district website: www.coalcity.k12.il.us.

Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the district technology plan as presented. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion approved.

C. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON APPROVAL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB TRIP IN 2010

As discussed at the April Board Study Session, high school Spanish instructors have proposed to take a group of students on a field trip to Costa Rica during the summer of 2010. The trip would give Foreign Language Club participants and other students the opportunity to explore a different culture and to increase their cultural awareness. This trip will be financed by the students with no district costs incurred.

Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve the High School Foreign Language Club trip to Costa Rica from June 9-17, 2010 as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Ken Miller, Mark Jiskra, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

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D. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

As reviewed at the April Board Study Session, the District Discipline Committee has made recommendations to implement the following changes to student handbooks for the 2009-2010 school year:

Include new language reminding students of dress code expectations during dances.

Change language about honor code to state disciplinary action taken regarding plagiarism.

Updated extra-curricular participation guideline to state that any student who has failed two or more core classes for the first two grading periods will not be allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to implement changes to the student handbook for the 2009-2010 school year as presented.


E. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PLAN

As reviewed at the April Board Study Session of the Whole, the participants in the “5th Annual Education Summit” proposed several strategies to be included in the District’s Improvement Plan. The updated Integrated Action Plan was reviewed by the Board.

Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the District Improvement Plan as presented. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion approved.

F. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON IT SUPPORT AND DATA SUPPORT JOB DESCRIPTIONS

As reviewed at the April Board Study Session, the job descriptions for IT Support Staff and Data Support Staff have been updated to reflect the number of contract days that both positions would required to work per year.

Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the revised job descriptions for IT Support Staff and Data Support Staff as presented. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion approved.

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G. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON 2009 SUMMER SCHOOL PROPOSAL

As reviewed at the April Board Study Session, a recommendation was made by administration to establish the summer school dates, hours and fees for 2009.

1. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to approve establishing kindergarten through fifth grade summer school dates from July 27 through August 7, 2009 with students in grades K-1 attending at the ECC and students in grades 2-5 attending at the IS from 8 am – 12 pm at a cost of $40.


2. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Grove seconded to approve establishing sixth through eighth grade summer school dates from June 8 – 30, 2009, with students attending at the MS from 8 am – 12 pm at a cost of $60.


3. Mr. Bianchi moved and Mr. Grove seconded to approve establishing high school summer school dates for session one from June 8 to June 30, 2009 and session two from July 6 – July 21 with students attending at the MS from 8 am – 12 pm at a cost of $60 per course, per session.

Roll Call.Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

4. Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to offer driver’s education coursework for eligible students, from June 8 to June 30 at a cost of $110 per student.


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H. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON CONTRACT FOR TIME STUDY

At the March Board Study Session, the possibility of conducting a professional time study to determine the appropriateness of current custodial staffing levels was discussed. Cost estimates for the time study were reviewed at the March 16 Board meeting. The proposal made by Service Management Assist was preferred by the board because it would involve all staff in the process. The contract for Service Management Assist was reviewed by the Board.

Mr. Miller moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the contract with Service Management Assist to conduct a professional time study for the district at a cost of $7,745 as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

I. DISCUSSION ON TIME FRAME FOR BID AWARDS

Director of Business Services, Jason Smith discussed the time frame for bid projects for the high school addition. The Board reviewed a list of proposed bid release and acceptance dates.

J. DISCUSSION ON HS ADDITION GROUNDBREAKING

At the April Board Study Session, board members as well as administration were asked to bring ideas for the high school addition groundbreaking ceremony. The Board generally felt that hosting a series of commemorative events that would be open to the public would be the best way to honor the past and move ahead with construction on the new addition.

NEW BUSINESS

A. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON QUARTERLY DROP OUT REPORT

The quarterly drop out report must be approved by the Board and filed with the Regional Office of Education.

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Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the filing of the Drop-Out Report with the Regional Office of Education for the quarter ending March 31, 2009.


B. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON 2009-2010 IHSA MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

To continue to be recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education, the High School will need to renew their membership in the Illinois High School Association. For the 2009-2010 school term, IHSA membership will not require payment of membership dues per action of the IHSA Board of Directors. Board action must still be taken to certify that the Board has voted to adopt and abide by the Constitution, By-laws, Terms and Conditions, and Administrative Procedures, Guidelines, and Policies of the Association for the 2009-2010 school term.

Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to renew the 2009-2010 membership in the Illinois High School Association. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion approved.

C. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON 2009-2010 IESA MIDDLE SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP DUES

Principal Perucca has requested continuing membership in the Illinois Elementary School Association for the 2009-2010 school year. Basic dues are $75 plus approximately $1,000 more for all activities, depending on entries.

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve membership in the Illinois Elementary School Association for the 2009-2010 school year.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mary Gill, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

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D. DISCUSSION/ACTION TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES TO GO FOR BIDS FOR CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES, WASTE REMOVAL, TRACTORS, AND SITE WORK

The Board is required to let all contracts for supplies and materials involving expenditures in excess of $10,000 to the lowest responsible bidder. It is anticipated that cost for custodial supplies, waste removal, tractors, and site work will exceed this limit. School law also mandates public advertising of bids. Legal advertisements will be published in the Coal City Courant on Wednesday, April 22, 2009.

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Grove seconded to authorize the Director of Business Services to go out for bids for custodial supplies, waste removal, tractors, and site work for the 2009-2010 school year.


E. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON HS STUDENT ATTENDANCE AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Nathan Ingalls, a senior at Coal City High School, has been invited through GAVC to attend a National Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas. The Board has a past practice of contributing $250 to students to help defray costs of these types of school related activities.

Mr. Pogliano moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve sponsoring Nathan Ingalls for $250 to attend the GAVC National Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas.


F. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AGREEMENT WITH JOSTENS

Principal Miller is recommending the approval of the agreement with Jostens. Jostens will provide class rings from 2011-2014, graduation announcements from 2008-2011, diplomas from 2008-2010 and caps and gowns from 2008-2011 to students at the high school.

Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the agreement with Jostens for the supply of class products to high school students as presented.


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G. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL CONNECT

Director of Business Services, Jason Smith is recommending the approval of an agreement with Global Connect. Global Connect provided parent emergency notification services for most of the 2008-2009 school year on a trial basis. The agreement will provide emergency notification services for the district from April 1, 2009 through June 30, 2009 at a cost of $1,050. A rate of $2 per student will be charged yearly for continued services.

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to approve the agreement with Global Connect to provide emergency notification services from April 1, 2009 through June 30, 2009 at a cost of $1,050 as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mary Gill, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

H. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON FEMA GRANT

Director of Business Services, Jason Smith received the project worksheet that was approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The district applied for assistance after heavy rains in September 2008 caused water damage to the high school workshops and a few classrooms and hallways at the elementary school. The district will receive a $2,232.43 grant from FEMA to offset the costs incurred to clean up the damage.

Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Bianchi seconded to accept the FEMA grant in the amount of $2,232.43 as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Curtis Grove, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Mark Jiskra, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

I. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON BIDS FOR MECHANICAL WORK AT THE ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS

Sealed bids for mechanical work at the Elementary and Intermediate Schools were opened on Wednesday, April 15. Bid notices were published in the Coal City Courant on April 1, 2009.

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1. Mr. Jiskra moved and Ms. Gill seconded to accept the lowest responsible bid for mechanical work at the Elementary School from Monaco Mechanical, Inc. of Westmont, IL with a base bid amount of $381,300.

Roll Call.Ayes: Mark Jiskra, Mary Gill, Armand Bianchi, Curtis Grove, Ken Miller, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

2. Mr. Grove moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to accept the lowest responsible bid for mechanical work at the Intermediate School from Monaco Mechanical, Inc. of Westmont, IL with a base bid amount of $190,000.


J. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AGREEMENT WITH REZIN ORTHOPEDICS

Currently, the Coal City High School Athletic Department utilizes Provena St. Joseph for athletic training services. Provena trainers are understaffed for the programs they are covering. Athletic Director Dan Hutchings is recommending to enter into an agreement with Rezin Orthopedics and Sportsmedicine for the 2009-2010, 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 school years. Rezin can give more coverage and injury screens and will provide a physician to cover home football games as well as trainers for most varsity athletic events. Rezin also provides a supervised student training program students who are interested in the athletic training or health profession.

Mr. Miller moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to enter into an agreement with Rezin Orthopedics and Sportsmedicine to provide athletic training services for the Coal City High School Athletic Department for the 2009-2010, 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 school years as presented.

Roll Call.Ayes: Ken Miller, Mark Jiskra, Armand Bianchi, Mary Gill, Curtis Grove, Robert Pogliano, Shawn HamiltonNays:Motion Carried.

K. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON DONATION TO THE MIDDLE SCHOOL GARDEN CLUB

A $100 donation to the Middle School Garden Club, in the Memory of Marilyn Polakovic, has been received from Kaleb Jon Olson.

Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Jiskra seconded to accept the donation of $100 from Kaleb Jon Olson. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion approved.

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OPEN FOR ITEMS NOT KNOWN AT AGENDA PREPARATION TIME – none.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR

1. In regard to agenda items – none.

2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.)

President Hamilton thanked Board members Mark Jiskra (4 years service) and Robert Pogliano (12 years service) for their dedication to the community and the board of education. Tonight’s board meeting is the last action meeting that Mr. Jiskra and Mr. Pogliano will be attending. The Board will seat elected and appointed members and reorganize on May 4.

SPECIAL MEETING-BOARD REORGANIZATION Monday, May 4, 2009 @ 6 P.M.

BOARD STUDY SESSION OF THE WHOLE DATE: Monday, May 4, 2009 – following spec meeting

SPECIAL MEETING Monday, May 11, 2009 - TBA

NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: Monday, May 18 @ 6:30 P.M.

ADJOURNMENT

Mr. Bianchi moved and Ms. Gill seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:11 p.m. President Hamilton asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none considers the motion approved.

____________________________Shawn Hamilton, President

___________________________Mary Gill, Secretary

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