Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, July 27, 2020

Work Session 5:15 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting immediately following work session

Public Forum on 2020-2021 School Calendar 6 p.m.

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

Tentative Agenda

BOARD WORK SESSION

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Return to Learn
5. Adjourn

REGULAR BOARD MEETING immediately following the work session

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
4. Public Hearing on 2020-2021 School Calendar 6 p.m.
   1. Introductory Remarks on 2020-2021 Proposed School Calendar change
   2. Public Question and Answer
   3. Closing of Public Hearing
5. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
6. Superintendent Report
7. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 

1. Past Meeting Minutes
2. Board Bills and Financial Statements
3. Resignations and Contracts

1. Julie Kordick resigns as instructional coach and is hired as District Technology Coordinator.
2. Dawn Jackson resigns as an associate.
3. Eric Borlaug resigns from his teaching and coaching positions.
4. Diana Erwin resigns as ½ at Little Roadrunner Daycare.
5. Diana Erwin hired as a full time food service.
6. Sara Houchins reassigned to food service part-time (4 hours).
7. Michael Peterson hired as evening custodian.
8. Ken Yarington hired as part-time custodian.
9. Bobbie Heitink hired as HS Media Center Associate.
10. Breanna Lowry hired as Varsity Head Volleyball coach.
11. Mike Stuart hired as MS Head Wrestling Coach.
12. Brandi Rose hired as MS Special Education Teacher and Assistant Varsity Volleyball coach.
13. Cody Swim reassigned to HS Special Education.
14. Becky Porter reassigned to Elementary Special Education.
15. Ali Lyons reassigned to third grade teacher.

1. 4. Open Enrollment

7. Items for Discussion
   1. Return to Learn Plan 
   2. Technology Coordinator and Health Associate Job Description 
   3. Elementary Handbook  
   4. Secondary Handbook  
   5. Certified and Non Certified Staff Handbook 
   6. Board Policy Additions and Review 
   7. Sharing Agreement with SEW--Curriculum Director changes 
   8. Bids for Pest Control and Garbage Service 
   9. 2020-2021 Calendar Update  
   10. Activity Handbook Update (For Discussion Only--Tabled from June meeting) 
   11. Concrete Bid 
   12. Air Conditioning Phase 2
   13. HR Contract  
   14. Steamer Replacement 

Adjourn

Upcoming Meetings:  

Monday, August 24, 2020 at 6 p.m. Regular Board Meeting at the HS Media Center

Upcoming Dates:

July 30, 2020    Parent Meeting for Return to Learn Plan and Question Session (6 p.m. High School Auditorium) same meeting as August 3

August 1, 2020      Online Registration opens (or by appointment, please contact the district office at 641-765-4291)

August 3, 2020**    Parent Meeting for Return to Learn Plan and Question Session (6 p.m. High School Auditorium) same meeting as July 30

August 4, 2020    2nd Annual Back to School Kickoff (By appointment only, please contact Brandi Ransom at bransom@roadrunnerpride.org

August 17, 2020    Teachers back to school (Inservice)

August 18, 2020**    Orientation--Middle School Night  

  6:00-7:00 5th& 6th grade students and parents

  7:15-8:15 7th & 8th grade students and parents

August 20, 2020**    Orientation--High School Night

  6:00-7:00 9th& 10th grade students and parents

  7:15-8:15 11th & 12th grade students and parents

August 24, 2020    First Day of School (Phase I--In person)

 

**This meeting will also be available via ZOOM.

 

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.” 

4. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
5. Superintendent Report
6. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items

1. Resignations and Contracts

1. Dani Poland resigns as teacher associate.

VII.     Items for Discussion

7. 1. Day Care Handbook 
   2. Activity Handbook 
   3. Preschool Handbook 
   4. Action on Open Enrollment Applications for 2020-2021 (request for closed session)
   5. Closed Session 
   6. Action on Late Open Enrollment Applications
8. Closed Session-Real Estate Considerations

Adjourn

Upcoming Meetings:  

Monday, August 24, 2020 at 6 p.m. Regular Board Meeting at the HS Media Center

 

 Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, August 24, 2020.

Regular Board Meeting 6 p.m.

High School Media Center

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

Tentative Agenda

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

4. Education Spotlight: First Day of School  
5. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
6. Superintendent Report
   1. Auditorium Update
7. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 

1. Past Meeting Minutes
2. Board Bills and Financial Statements
3. Resignations and Contracts

1. Nikole Kimmel hired as an elementary associate.
2. Madalyn Olson hired as an elementary associate.
3. Christine Bethards hired as a bus driver.
4. Lexi Crozier hired as middle school head and assistant volleyball coach.
5. Jamie Gelner hired as MS Student Council advisor.
6. Maggie Llewellyn hired as MS Student Council advisor.
7. Jerry Young hired as high school head robotics coach.
8. Cody Swim hired as MS Assistant Football coach.

1. 4. Open Enrollment

8. Items for Discussion
   1. Return to Learn Guidance from State
   2. Teacher Leadership Committee Update 
   3. Legislative Priorities
   4. Remote Learning Guide Overview 

Adjourn

Upcoming Meetings:  

Monday, September 28, 2020 at 6 p.m. Regular Board Meeting at the HS Media Center

 

  Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, September 28, 2020

Regular Board Meeting 5:15 p.m.

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

4. Education Spotlight:  Dallas Gilleland (Teacher update on remote learning) 
5. Student Representative Report 
6. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
7. Superintendent Report
   1. Weekly Update
      1. Update on Timberline Security Breach
      2. Update on Building Projects
8. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items

1. Past Meeting Minutes
2. Board Bills and Financial Statements
3. Resignations and Contracts
   1. Angela Miller hired as a Health Associate.
   2. William Bubany hired as an Evening Custodian.
   3. Angelique Hults hired as a Daycare Associate.
   4. Stephanie Edwards hired as a Middle School Associate.
   5. Heather Geddes hired as a High School Student helper for the Daycare.
   6. Shauna Roberts hired as a High School Student helper for the Daycare.
   7. Nikole Kimmel resigns as an Elementary Associate.
4. Open Enrollment 

9. Items for Discussion
   1. Discuss and/or approve the purchase of a Website and App Service 
   2. Insurance Review (for information only) 
   3. Discuss and/or Approve the District Goals for 2020-2021
   4. Discuss and/or Approve the Land Agreement for Cross Country 
   5. CAR Certified Annual Report FY 20
   6. Discuss and/or Approve FY 20 Financial Annual Settlement  
   7. Discuss and/or Approve Application for Special Education Deficit 
   8. Discuss and/or Approve the Interfund Loan from Fund 36 PPEL to Fund 33 SAVE 

 

Upcoming Meetings:  

Monday, October 26, 2020 at 6 p.m. Regular Board Meeting at the HS Media Center

Adjourn

 

Immediately following the Regular Board Meeting

 

WORK SESSION

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Return to Learn Update
5. Review Quarantine Procedure
6. Discuss DE updates
7. Review Return to Work Guidance Updates
8. Adjourn

Interstate 35 Community School District

School Improvement Advisory Committee  Meeting

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

5:00 pm

High School Media Center

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

Tentative Agenda

1. Welcome/Introductions
2. Review Purpose of SIAC
3. Review of District Goals
4. Overview of Return to Learn Plan
5. Review of Conditions for Learning Survey
6. Disaggregated Data and Next Steps
7. Other

 

Adjourn

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, October 26, 2020

Regular Board Meeting 6 p.m.

High School Media Center

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING 

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

4. Education Spotlight:  Mrs. Vodraska’s Life Skills Class
5. Student Representative Report 
6. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
7. Superintendent Report
   1. Weekly Update
   2. RSAI Fall Meeting
   3. RTL (discussion around hybrid model)
8. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items Past Meeting Minutes

1. Board Bills and Financial Statements
2. Resignations and Contracts
   1. Heather Dutrey hired as part-time assistant principal (Secondary).
   2. Jerry Young resigns as middle school robotics advisor. 
   3. Zach Weilbacher is head middle school girls track coach.
   4. Jesse Baldwin is hired as middle school assistant girls track coach.
   5. Casey Howe is hired as middle school  assistant girls basketball coach.
   6. Ronald Hartfield hired as assistant robotics coach. 
   7. Julie Kordick hired as the middle school robotics coach.
3. Open Enrollment 

9. Items for Discussion
   1. Early Retirement Discussion 
   2. Enrollment Data
   3. Outsourcing Custodial Work   
   4. Early Graduation Applications
   5. Sub Pay Rate Increase

 

Next meeting is scheduled for November 23, 2020 at 6 p.m.

Adjourn

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, November 16, 2020

Work Session 6 p.m.    

High School Media Center

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

Tentative Agenda

WORK SESSION

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Winter Sports guidelines (spectators)
5. Current COVID numbers
6. Mask Usage Challenges and Recommendations
7. Calendar Changes (Hybrid Options)
8. Adjourn

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, November 23, 2020

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

Tentative Agenda

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
4. Public Hearing on recommended changes to the 2020-2021 School Calendar
   1. Introductory Remarks on 2020-2021 Proposed School Calendar Changes

Proposed to move to a calendar change for every Friday beginning Friday, December 4 through January 29, 2021 to allow for deep cleaning and teacher prep for remote learning.  

4. 2. 1. Virtual learning Friday’s for grades 5-12.
      2. K-4 students would be here from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. 
      3. Priority students (special education, at risk, English Language Learners, students with limited Internet accessibility) may still be allowed access to the building and in person teaching.
      4. Transportation will be provided for K-4 students and priority students who currently use school provided transportation.
   3. Public Question and Answer
   4. Closing of Public Hearing
5. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

5. Student Representative Report
6. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster: present high school building goals
   2. Mr. Tessau: present elementary building goals
7. Superintendent Report
8. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 

2. 1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
   4. Resignations and Contracts
      1. Marcia Hood hired as high school wrestling cheer coach.
3. Items for Discussion

1. Calendar Change
2. SBRC Application for Increasing Enrollment, Open Enrollment Out and LEP Instruction Beyond 5 years  

Adjourn

Tentative Agenda

Annual Meeting (immediately following adjournment of the Regular Meeting)

1. Call to Order (by Board Secretary)
2. Elections and Oath of Office
   1. President
   2. Vice-President
3. Discuss and/or Approve Committee Representation

1. Warren County Conference Board
2. Madison County Conference Board
3. Clarke County Conference Board
4. Negotiations
5. School Improvement Advisory Committee
6. Facilities Committee

4. Discuss and/or Approve Superintendent’s Recommendation on Annual Designations”
   1. Board Secretary and Treasurer recommend Ted Bauer
   2. School Depository recommend Union State Bank and ISJIT (Iowa School Joint Investment Trust)
      1. Union State Bank, Truro-maximum depository amount $10 million
      2. ISJIT-maximum depository amount $10 million
   3. Legal Counsel recommend Ahlers and Cooney
   4. School Insurance recommend EMC
   5. Official District Publication recommend The Madisonian
   6. Regular Board Meeting Date and Time recommend 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
   7. Level I and Level II Investigators
      1. Level I Investigators recommend Jacob Heddinger and Angela Steinlage
      2. Level II Investigator recommend Madison County Sheriff 
   8. ADA/504 Coordinator recommend Nicole Vogt
   9. Equity Coordinator recommend Steve Kaster
   10. Free/Reduced Lunch Steering Officer recommend Deann Strange
   11. Chief Negotiator recommend Superintendent
5. New Business
   1. Early Retirement (for discussion only)
   2. First Reading of 200 series Board Policy

Set Next Meeting Date(s) and Agenda Items

Adjourn

 

Interstate 35 Community School District.                            

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, December 14, 2020

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

2. 1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
   2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
   3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness
3. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

4. Education Spotlight:  I-35 Cafe
5. Student Representative Report
6. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mrs. Dutrey
   3. Mr. Tessau
7. Superintendent Report
8. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items  
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
   4. Resignations and Contracts
      1. Nicole Edwards-Reed resigns as an associate.
9. Items for Discussion

1. At Risk Plan
2. At Risk Plan-Modified Allowable Growth
3. Remote Learner Update 
4. Early Retirement 
5. Second Reading of 200 series Board Policy 
6. First Reading of Board Policy 502.12 
7. Fitness Center Supervisor.

Adjourn

Next meeting:     Monday, January 25, 2021

            6 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, January 25, 2021

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

Virtual Meeting

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

Tentative Agenda

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 872 8342 9389

Passcode: 1sLENd

 

Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5VsjVYwc

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
3. Items for Discussion

1. Early Graduation
2. SBRC Application for Woodward Academy Day School

Adjourn

Next meeting:     Special Board Monday, February 1, 2021

             6 p.m.

 

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, February 1, 2021

Special Board Meeting 6:00 pm (postponed from 1/25/21

High School Media Center

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

Special BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
3. Public Hearing on recommended changes to the 2020-2021 School Calendar
   1. Introductory Remarks on 2020-2021 Proposed School Calendar Changes
      1. We are proposing the following calendar changes to continue through the end of the year.
      2. Virtual learning Friday’s for grades 5-12.
      3. K-4 students would be here from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. 
      4. Priority students (special education, at risk, English Language Learners, students with limited Internet accessibility) may still be allowed access to the building and in person teaching.
      5. Transportation will be provided for K-4 students and priority students who currently use school provided transportation. 
   2. Public Question and Answer
   3. Closing of Public Hearing
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

5. Education Spotlight:  Kaitlyn Pietan and ELA students
6. Student Representative Report
7. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
8. Superintendent Report
   1. Update on Trophy Cases
   2. Update on Insurance Committee Work
9. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
10. Items for Discussion

1. School Website and APP Preview
2. Early Retirement 
3. Final Reading of 200 series Board Policy 
4. Second Reading of Board Policy 502.12 
5. Legislative Priorities 
6. School Calendar 
7. Temporary COVID Leave Policy  
8. Early Childhood Center- grant opportunities  
9. Healthy Initiative  

 

Adjourn

Next meeting:     Monday, February 22, 2021.   6 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, February 22, 2021

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
3. Public Hearing on recommended changes to the 2020-2021 School Calendar
   1. Introductory Remarks on 2020-2021 Proposed School Calendar Changes
      1. Move calendar from days (180) to hours minimum of 1080. 
         1. Our current calendar hours are 1132.5 (this does not include any early outs, late starts or snow days)
      2. Move the last two professional development days (March 12 and April 2) to No School Days for students--No remote learning.
   2. Public Question and Answer
   3. Closing of Public Hearing
4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

5. Education Spotlight:  First Grade Riddlers and First Grade Teachers
6. Student Representative Report
7. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
8. Superintendent Report
   1. Rural Housing 360
   2. FEMA Grant Update
   3. Current Quarantine and Remote Learner Numbers (Trend data)
   4. FAST Scores Follow Up and I-Ready data
   5. Casey’s Grant $20,000 awarded (Technology, FCS, 5-8 Open Campus)
9. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items  
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
   4. Hires and Resignations
      1. Chris Allen is hired as a classroom associate.
      2. Nathan McKinney is hired as a substitute bus driver.
      3. Libby Hainer resigns as assistant softball coach.
      4. Libby Hainer is hired as head softball coach.
      5. Heather Dutrey .5 administrative contact extended for 2021-2022.
      6. Alex Nissen-Pickard internally transfers to 2nd grade position.
10. Items for Discussion

1. Final Reading of Board Policy 502.12 
2. School Calendar   
3. 404.81 Temporary COVID Leave Policy  
4. Facilities Committee Update/Long Range Planning 
5. Bus Bid
6. Bus Camera Quote
7. Certified Staff Handbook Updates to Internal Transfers

 

Adjourn

Next meeting:     

Board Work Session with Representative Fry, Thursday, February 25, 2021 12 p.m. (Virtual Meeting--contact the District Office for details if you are interested in listening)

 

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, March 22, 2021 at 6 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, Feb 25, 2021

Work Session 12:00 pm     

Virtual Meeting

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

Working Agenda

WORK SESSION

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Discussion with Representative Fry
5. Adjourn

March 1, 2021

Notice of Public Meeting

 that the Negotiations Team representing the I-35 Community School District Board of Education will meet with representatives of the I-35 Educational Support Staff as part of the collective bargaining process for the purpose of negotiating salaries for the 2021-2022 school year for the Support Staff.

Time and Place

4:45 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Superintendent Conference Room – District Office, 405 East North St., Truro.

Agenda

Representatives from the Interstate 35 Support Staff will share its initial proposal.

 

Notice of Public Meeting

             that the Negotiations Team representing the I-35 Community School District Board of Education will meet with representatives of the I-35 Educational Support Staff as part of the collective bargaining process for the purpose of negotiating salaries for the 2021-2022 school year for the Support Staff.

 Time and Place

Approximately 5:15 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Superintendent Conference Room – District Office, 405 East North St., Truro.

Agenda     

After a brief recess, representatives from the Interstate 35 Board of Education will share its initial proposal.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District                                                                                   

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, March 22, 2021

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

Tentative Agenda

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities
2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda  
3. Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 School Budget
   1. Introductory Remarks on 2021-22 School Budget

1. The proposed certified budget was published on March 10, 2021.
2. The proposed budget was published at a higher rate ($18.80000) and that can be adjusted down.  We publish higher to allow for some minor fluctuation and finalize in June with the Department of Management.  In June the Board can  adjust it down to the current tax levy as we have done in past years.

2. Public Question and Answer
3. Closing of Public Hearing

4. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

5. Education Spotlight:  6th grade Live Museum
6. Student Representative Report
7. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
      1. Update/Discussion on Standards Based Grading
   2. Mr. Tessau
8. Superintendent Report
9. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
   4. Hires and Resignations
      1. Randi Houseman is hired as a teacher associate.
      2. Rochelle Jackson resigns as food service worker.
      3. Sharon Whitson is hired as secondary PE/Health teacher.
      4. Katie Klinginsmith is hired as an Agriculture Teacher/FFA sponsor 
      5. Brandi Moa-Lamp is hired as assistant softball coach.
      6. Heather Wells hired as technology coordinator.
      7. Stephanie Good hired as instructional coach.
      8. Stephanie Brown hired as instructional coach.
      9. Katelyn Grant internal transfer to 4th grade teaching position.
      10. Stephanie Remmenga is hired as EL/MS Special Education teacher and MS volleyball coach.
10. Items for Discussion
    1. Tentative Agreement with Interstate 35 Community School District Support Staff 
    2. Insurance Committee Recommendations 
    3. 101% Budget Guarantee Resolution
    4. Audit 
    5. FY 22 Certified Budget 
    6. Resolution for Debt Service payment
    7. Special Education Yearly Update 
    8. Roof Bid

 

 

Adjourn

Next meeting:

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, April 26, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Reminder:  Graduation May 23, 2021 at 2 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Special Board Meeting 7:00 am

DO Conference Room and Virtual

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

Special  BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda  
3. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 
   1. Hires and Resignations
      1. Rick Cowden resigns as custodian.
      2. William Bubany moving from full time custodian to part time custodian.
      3. Ethan Adair hired as evening custodian.
      4. Whitney Siefkas resigns as middle school language arts teacher.
      5. Whitney Siefkas hired to the talented and gifted teaching position.
      6. Alexander Coleman hired as high school science teacher.
4. Items for Discussion
   1. Tentative Agreement with Interstate 35 Community School District Certified Staff 
   2. 28 E Agreement-Transition Counselor--shared with DMACC and Van Meter

 

 

Adjourn

Next meeting:

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, April 26, 2021 at 6 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, April 26, 2021

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities
2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
3. Open Forum 
4. Education Spotlight:  Science Fair Participants
5. Student Representative Report
6. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
7. Superintendent Report
   1. School District Vaping Lawsuit
   2. Additional Custodial Contract Hours
   3. Job Fair
   4. Safety Table Top Activity
8. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Open Enrollment
   4. Hires and Resignations
      1. Jacob Heddinger resigns as PK-6 counselor.
      2. Keegan Smith resigns as Special Education Director and Athletic Director.
      3. Becky Porter resigns from EL Special Ed Teacher/Middle School Reading Interventionist
      4. Bill Bubany resigns from evening custodian position.
      5. Ethan Adair resigns from evening custodian position.
      6. Jordan Wisecup hired as middle school assistant/head baseball.
      7. Hayley Yong-Druivenga hired as a 5-8 interventionist.
      8. Baylie Balcaen hired as a middle school special education teacher.
      9. Tonya Donahue hired as an 8th grade English teacher.
      10. Brandi Moa-Lamp internally transferred to a 7th grade English teacher.
      11. Brayton Weber hired as Activities/Special Education Director.
      12. Breana Lowry resigns as varsity girls volleyball coach.
   5. AEA Purchasing Agreement 
   6. Driver’s Education Contract
   7. Coke Contract
9. Items for Discussion
   1. Presentation of Return To Learn Data (For information only, no action required)  
   2. Committee Feedback on Virtual Learning (For information only, no action required)  
   3. Facilities Report 
   4. Sharing Agreement (SEW) Transportation Director and Maintenance Director
   5. Retirement/Severance Package
   6. Board Policy: Dress Code (Code No. 502.1 Student Appearance)  

 

Adjourn

 

Next meeting

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, May 24, 2021 

5:15 p.m. Closed Session (Evaluation) 

6:00 p.m. Regular Board meeting

Reminder:  Graduation May 23, 2021 at 2 p.m.

 

Monday, May 24, 2021

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

High School Media Center

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
   2. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda  
3. Education Spotlight: Recognition of Retiring Teachers
4. Public Hearing: Amending FY 21 Budget
   1. Opening Comments
   2. Comments of the Public
   3. Closing of Public Hearing
5. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

6. Student Representative Report
7. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
   2. Mr. Tessau
8. Superintendent Report
   1. Update on Planning for 2021-2022 (Return to Learn Plan Updated and presented at July meeting.
   2. Brayton Weber Introduction
9. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items
   1. Past Meeting Minutes
   2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
   3. Hires and Resignations
      1. Thad Tussey hired as a K-6 guidance counselor.
      2. Dallas Gilleland hired as High School assistant baseball coach.  (This position was shared with Brett Douglas.)
      3. Brandi Moa-Lamp hired as high school head volleyball coach. 
      4. Brandi Moa-Lamp resigns as assistant high school volleyball coach.
      5. Danae Coleman hired as 1/2 Time K-5 Music and 5-12 Music
      6. Stacey Kreps resigns as 5-12 Instrumental Teacher.
      7. Maddie Olson resigns as Elementary Associate.
      8. Tena Richards resigns/retires as Cook.
      9. Jamie Leih resigns as Elementary Associate.
      10. Brett Douglas resigns as 2020-21 High School Assistant Baseball.
      11. Mike Stuart resigns as High School Track Throwing Coach.
      12. Samantha Gyles moves to a 260 day contract for daycare.
10. Items for Discussion
    1. PaperCut Contract 
    2. Bread and  Milk contracts
    3. Student Fees 
    4. Audit Services
    5. Amend FY ‘21 Budget

 

Adjourn

Next meeting:

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, June 28, 2021 6 p.m., closed session at 5:15 p.m.

 

Interstate 35 Community School District

Board of Directors Meeting

Monday, June 28, 2021

Closed Session 5:15 pm

Regular Board Meeting 6:00 pm

       High School Auditorium

 

 

The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society.

 

 

Tentative Agenda

 

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

1. Opening
   1. Call to Order--Welcome--Roll Call--Pledge of Allegiance
2. Discuss and/or Approve Agenda 
3. Closed Session: Superintendent Evaluation 
4. Review of I-35 Mission Statement and District Priorities

Mission Statement

“The Interstate 35 Community School District exists to develop life-long learners and responsible, productive, successful citizens in an ever changing society”

 

District Priorities

1.  Articulate and support a cohesive, student-centered PK-12 vision for continuous school improvement
2. Engage in effective teaching and relevant learning for the 21st Century
3. Operate with fiscal integrity, efficiency and effectiveness

5. Education Spotlight--Course Acceleration Opportunities
6. Open Forum 

“Residents, students, parents/guardians, and staff members of the district may address the Board about relevant topics.  Those who wish to speak must sign up at the beginning of the meeting.  Speaker’s participation is limited to 5 minutes per meeting.  We ask speakers to remember that Iowa law prohibits the Board from discussing specific employees or students or their performance.”

7. Student Representative Report
8. Principal Reports
   1. Mr. Kaster
      1. Standards Based Grading Presentation
   2. Mr. Tessau
9. Superintendent Report
   1. Facilities Update
   2. Communication Survey and next steps
   3. ESSER II and ESSER III Funds
   4. Freshmen Football
10. Discuss and/or Approve Consent Items 
    1. Past Meeting Minutes
    2. Monthly Bills and Financial Statement
    3. Hires and Resignations
       1. Nicole Vogt resigns from At Risk Director position.
       2. Rose Dickinson added At Risk Director position.
       3. Jamie Lee hired as high school interventionist.
       4. Steve Kaster resigns as middle school football coach.
       5. Elizabeth Ford resigns as an associate.
       6. Leann McFarland resigns as elementary secretary.
       7. Amber Sayre hired as a cook.
       8. Dawn Ferber hired as an associate.
       9. Susan Allender hired as elementary secretary.
       10. Virginia Harkin hired as an associate.
    4. Open Enrollment
11. Items for Discussion
    1. Meet and Confer Group Wage Recommendation
    2. Certified Staff Handbook 
    3. Non-Certified Staff Handbook 
    4. Transfer of ESSER II Funds to the Nutrition Fund 
    5. Board Election ‘21 Information (for information only) 
    6. Revenue Purpose Statement (for information only)      

Background: Our existing RPS is still valid through January 1, 2031.  We need to hold another local election to extend their RPS sometime prior to 1/1/2031; sooner if there will be any need to borrow from the period collection beyond 1/1/2031.  If the RPS election fails, we do not lose any existing authority, and we must wait not less than 6 months to bring the RPS question back to voters. (RPS election requires 50%+1 voter approval)

Next Steps: Board adopts a resolution (obtained from Bond Counsel) calling for the RPS election. We will get the signed resolution delivered to the CONTROLLING COUNTY AUDITOR by 12PM on the due date. We will publish the Notice of Election from each county auditor.

Why is this important: If the RPS is not approved Debt Service Levy eliminated (SAVE Funds used to make GO Bond payments), Voted PPEL Levy eliminated, Board PPEL Levy eliminated. Then, and only then, if there remain any SAVE funds available the school can use those funds for other infrastructure, transportation, technology, etc. needs according to Iowa Code

Adjourn

 

Next meeting:

Board Training with IASB, Tuesday, July 13, 2021 6 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting, Monday, July 26, 2021 6 p.m.