Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins, Celia Bell, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick,
Ray Beardsley, Randy Isely, Terri Garner, Linda Sawyer, Sheila Trusty,
Randy Gilkey, Belinda Madding, Doug Sanders, Tara Sanders, Lattie Richardson, Amber Riedel, Lori Green, ATU Student observer.
Linda Sawyer presented public comments to the Board. Mrs. Sawyer read a prepared statement outlining her concerns with overcrowded classrooms in the Elementary School. No action taken.
Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to adopt the resolution requesting the voters allow the refunding of bond issues 7/1/03 and 4/1/05 with the issuance of $1,385,000 in new bonds and extend the existing 6.0 of debt service mills through 2030. See Attachment # 1 5-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to adopt the resolution with the attached proposed budget of expenditures with the tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011 and to and including June 30, 2012 as printed.
See Attachment # 2 5-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to submit an application for a permit to issue bonds, with related document, for $1,385,000 in refunding bonds to the State Department of Education and to employ First Security Beardsley Public Finance as Fiscal Agent.
See Attachment #3 5-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to adopt standards based report cards for the second grade for the 2010-11 school year. 5-0
5. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, to approve the minutes of the
May 17, 2010 and June 7, 2010 meetings as presented.
5-0
6. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
7. The Board considered the hay bids. Celia Bell left the room.
Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent to accept the low bid submitted by Tom May to custom bale the first
cutting of hay on the Cowger FFA Farm.
4-0 with 1 abstention
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the High School Handbook with
one exception.
The fees for car parking and lockers on page # 34 will be deleted.
5-0
9. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, expand the ¾ time custodian position to a full time 1.0 FTE for the
2010-2011 school year.
5-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the Freedom of Choice applications received through
6/21/10.
See Attachment # 4 5-0
11. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to renew the student insurance, K-12, for the 2010-11 school year.
5-0
12. Motion Lance Wilkins, 2nd Celia Bell, to reduce Coach D. J. Crane’s number of
contracted days to 229 for the 2010-11 school year.
5-0
13. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letter of resignation submitted by Amy Bruce.
5-0
14. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire the following personnel for the 2010-2011 school year:
Emily Willard Tammy Moore Holly Ross
15. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Veronica Laster as the IT Technician for the 2010-11
school year. 5-0
16. The Field House committee has committed to tearing down the old field house.
The Board convened in Executive Session
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
17. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, to keep Andy Chism as the
Assistant High School Principal and appoint Coach D. J. Crane as the Athletic
Director with a stipend of $5,000 for the 2010-11 school year.
Yea – Reddin, Sullivan, Wilkins; Nay – Bell, Redfern
3-2
18. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Brad Reddin, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins, and Celia Bell and
Robert Redfern
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper Randy Isely
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to accept the bid submitted by Southern Roofing of Arkansas for the repair of the Pre-K roof for $14,500.00
5-0
5-0
Michael Manes---Secondary Math Amelia Turley---M S Math
Jessica Whitlow Carroll---FCS/ Softball Co Holly Ross---H S Sp Ed Teacher
April Nash---Elem Sp Ed Teacher
5-0
3-2
5-0
5-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant,
Chris Watson, Randy Isely, Terri Garner, Linda Sawyer, Krista Geurian,
Randy Gilkey, Lattie Richardson, and Lori Green
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. There was no old business.
4. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, to approve the minutes of the
April 19, 2010 meeting as presented.
3-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial statements as
presented.
3-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates from the
Elementary include G/T trip to Renaissance Fair, 1st Grade Reading Project,
summer school, EOY field trips, Elementary Awards night.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: High School Handbook changes and the % increase in the
High School Literacy scores.
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the Race to the Top Memorandum of Understanding II.
See attachment # 1 3-0
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the Elementary and Pre-K handbook. 3-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letters of resignation from the following employees:
Rebecca McVay---Elem S/C Sp Ed Teacher
Betty Smith---Gym Custodian Shelli White---H S Math
Rebecca Gustin---Elem Teacher
3-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Dan Knake as the Vo-Tech bus driver for the 2010-2011
school year.
3-0
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the textbook adoptions for the 2010-2011 school year.
3-0
12. Mr. Love presented the Superintendent’s report. Updates include: All 3 schools
being fully accredited with no comments, 3rd Quarter attendance average, Pre-K
roof repair, the track, City Smart funds from Entergy of $1,091, Bond refund,
re-issue and restructuring, and the high jump pit area.
13. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
_______________________ ______________________
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan
Bryant, Chris Watson, Randy Isely, Christy Dumas and
Shelley Tippin
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. Old business consisted of discussion on Section III. # 2 page 6 of the revised
Cheerleader Handbook tabled at the previous board meeting.
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the changes to Section III, #2
page 6 of the Cheerleader Handbook.
4-0
See attachment
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, to approve the minutes of the
March 15, 2010 meeting as presented.
4-0
5. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates from the
Elementary include: Benchmark Testing, Art Awards-Duck Stamp & Fish Art
Awards, 1st Grade Reading Contest, Bec-O, Red Cross Safety, Progressive
Ag Safety, Proposed Changes to Elementary & Pre-K Handbooks.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: Benchmark testing.
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a student transfer to Jonathan, Dalton and Travis Essman to
attend Western Yell County, effective immediately.
4-0
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid of $31,116.72 by Burris, Inc. for installation of lockers in the new Field House.
4-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to establish the last day of the 2009-10 school year as June 3, 2010,
due to inclement weather during the winter. 4-0
10. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letter of resignation as the 21ST Century Grant
Administrator from Randy Isely, effective the 2010-2011 school year.
4-0
The Board convened in Executive Session
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Nancy Barrick as the 21ST Century Grant Administrator for
the 2010-2011 school year only.
4-0
12. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to renew the contracts for Linda Sawyer, Kay Palmer, and
Rebbecca McVay , for the 2010-11 school year.
4-0
13. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to renew the contracts for the classified staff for the 2010-11
school year.
4-0
14. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a $750 for all full time personnel, $563 for all ¾ time
personnel, and $375 for all ½ time personnel for the 2009-10 school year.
4-0
15. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to add an additional step to the 2010-11 certified salary schedule.
4-0
16. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to table the proposed multiplier changes to the certified salary
schedule until the May meeting. 4-0
17. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to discontinue the suspension of the employee dental benefits for the 2010-11 school year.
4-0
18. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the proposed High School scheduling change for 7th & 8th
Grade for the 2010-11 school year, even if additional personnel are required.
4-0
19. Kim Sullivan conveyed the appreciation of the Fourche Valley patrons for the new
school bus on the FV route and in general for the way the Fourche Valley children had been welcomed into the Danville District.
4-0
20. Brad Reddin asked that Mr. Love convey a hearty “thank you” to the faculty and
staff for their hard work and their help with the fiscal management for the 2009-10 school year.
4-0
21. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________ _________________________ Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant,
Chris Watson, Randy Isely, Kelly Klober, Callie Ruiz, Deidre Thurman, Christy Dumas and Tony Derrick
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. Old business consisted of discussion on the Harris Property.
No action taken
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
February 15, 2010 meeting as presented.
4-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates form the
Elementary include: Benchmark Testing, Peewee Basketball Uniform Buy-back,
Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Grant, Belinda Madding being asked to serve on the State
Textbook Adoption Committee and Elementary Report Cards.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: CAP Conferences, Mid-Winter Dance, Little John Relays, and
EOC Literacy Test.
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a student transfer to James Duvall to attend Western Yell County,
effective immediately.
4-0
8. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the proposed changes to the Personnel Policy handbook for the
2010-11 school year. 4-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, approve the proposed policy change to the Cheerleader Handbook for the
2010-11 school year with the exception of Section III Number 2, page 6.
4-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve a Vocational Bus Driver position to establish a route to
the Area Vo-Tech in Russellville for the 2010-11 school year. The driver will make
two trips per day.
4-0
11. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve doing business with Laster Computer Service and accept the Financial Disclosure Form submitted by Ronald Laster, Owner.
4-0
The Board convened in Executive Session
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
12. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to renew the certified staff as presented by the building principals, for the
2010-11 school year.
4-0
13. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
4-0
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant,
Randy Isely, and Randy Gilkey
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. Old business consisted of discussion on the Harris Property.
Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to authorize Mr. Love to negotiate
for the purchase of the Harris Property.
3-0
4. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to approve the minutes of the
January 21, 2010 meeting as presented.
3-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial statements as
presented.
3-0
6. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the proposed distribution of the Football Concession Stand
net proceeds: High School 9% Elementary 21%
Athletics 45% Jr. Class 25%
3-0
7. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the proposal for the asbestos abatement in the Elementary
submitted by Snyder Environmental for $3,995.00.
3-0
8. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to extend the Superintendent’s contract for an
additional year. The ending date now being June 30, 2012.
3-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a transfer to: Raymond Robinette, Dylan Robinette, and
Alyssa Robinette to attend Western Yell County effective immediately.
3-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the proposed 2010-2011 calendar.
See Attachment # 1 3-0
The Board convened in Executive Session
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Lori Shockley, Desiarae Hefner, and Sue Baxter as full time cafeteria workers.
3-0
12. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to renew the Administrators’ contracts: Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick
Virginia Huckaba and Chris Watson.
3-0
13. President Robert Redfern added the proposed Disaster Recovery Plan to the Agenda.
14. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed Disaster Recovery Plan.
3-0
15. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates from the
Elementary include: Family Literacy Night, Benchmark Prep-including alternative times for
children with afternoon transportation difficulties.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the High
School include: Alternative solutions to the Grade Inflation problems.
16. Ginny Huckaba gave the Board an update on the ACT prep sessions that she was
conducting with students wishing to re-take the ACT to improve their scores to qualify for
the Arkansas Lottery Scholarship.
17. The meeting was adjourned.
_______________________ _________________________ Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant, Tara
Sanders, Krista Geurian, Randee Gilkey, and Shelley Tippin.
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. There was no old business.
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
January 7, 2010 and December 14, 2009 meeting as presented.
4-0
5. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates form the
Elementary include: Family Literacy Night, Peewee Basketball, Elementary Quiz
Bowl, Parent Teacher Conferences and the “Just For Kids Campaign Award.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: Band Concert FBLA Teams in competition, D.J. Crane---
District Coach of the Year, Grade Inflator School.
7. Mr. Alan Love presented the Superintendent’s report. Updates from the
Superintendent include: ARRA Un-funding, Pre-K roof, Mold Inspection report and
the Harris property appraisal.
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, to appoint Anita Harper as the
Ex-officio Secretary authorized to sign checks along with a school board member in
the District’s Disaster Recovery Plan.
4-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, to adopt the District’s Facilities
Master Plan Volume I and Volume II.
4-0
10. Mr. Love reminded the Board of the January 31, 2010 deadline to submit their
Statement of Financial Interest forms to the County Clerk.
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, to set February 8, 2010 for the date
of the February board meeting.
4-0
12. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Kim Sullivan to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________ _________________________ Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Brad Reddin, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins and Robert Redfern
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Ginny Huckaba
1. Robert Redfern, President, called the meeting to order at 12:05p Alan Love informed the Board of the competitive grant being sought by the Arkansas Department of Education entitled “the Race to the Top”. In order to participate in this grant, if the State is awarded one, the District must adopt and sign a Memorandum of Understanding. The deadline for participation with the State is January 8, 2010.
Mr. Love explained some of the pros and cons of participation in the grant.
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin, to adopt the Memorandum of Understanding between the Danville School District and the Arkansas Department of Education.
4-0
2. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn. 4-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Robert Redfern, Celia Bell, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Ginny Huckaba, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant, Chris Watson, Shelley Tippin.
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:00p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. There was no old business.
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the minutes of the
November 16, 2009 meeting as presented.
4-0
Celia Bell arrived,
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report.
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell set the January board meeting date as
January 21, 2010 at 5:30p.m.
5-0
8. Mr. Love informed the Board of the January 4, 2010 Public Comment on the
Facilities Master Plan meeting beginning at 5:30p.m. in the cafetorium.
9. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________ Robert Redfern Celia Bell
Members present: Robert Redfern, Celia Bell and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Ginny Huckaba, Anita Harper, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant,
Chris Watson, Shelley Tippin.
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. There was no old business.
4. Motion by Brad Reddin , 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the minutes of the October
19 and November 2, 2009 meeting as presented.
3-0
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial statements as
presented.
3-0
6. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates from the
Elementary include: Cookie Dough Fundraiser, After-School Program, Levelized
Readers, Enrichment Program, Gain Index Award.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: “A day in the life of Mr. Bryant”
7. The Board set December 14, 2009 for the December meeting date. The meeting
will begin at 5:00pm due to a home basketball game.
8. The Board reviewed the Legislative Audit report the 2007-08 school year.
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the Athletic
Director, to adopt the 4 year uniform rotation. See Attachment #1
3-0
10. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon written recommendation of the
Superintendent, to employee a part-time counselor shared with Western Yell
County for the remainder of the 2009-10 school year to meet the Arkansas
Standards for Accreditation. 3-0
11. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
_______________________ _________________________ Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Brad Reddin, Celia Bell, and Robert Redfern
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Chris Watson, Nancy Barrick,
Nolan Bryant, Jim Ray Holbrook, and Ginny Huckaba (late arrival)
1. Robert Redfern, President, called the meeting to order at 5:35pm.
2. No Public Comments or Old Business.
3. Mr. Love went over the existing Facilities Master Plan. The Board decided to remove the approved K-4 Elementary Project from the Master Plan due to lack of funding to complete the project.
4. Mr. Love presented the Board with a list of possible projects for the updated Facilities Master Plan. No action taken. See attachment #1
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to approve Phase II of the HVAC project and accept the low bid submitted by Yates Heating & Air. The project will be partially funded with stimulus funds. 3-0
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins, Robert Redfern, Celia Bell and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Ginny Huckaba, Anita Harper, Nancy Barrick, Nolan Bryant,
Chris Watson, Tony Derrick, Bill Turner, and ATU students.
1. President Robert Redfern opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. There were no public comments requested.
3. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
September 21, 2009 meeting as presented.
5-0
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
5. Mrs. Nancy Barrick presented the Elementary Principal’s report. Updates from the
Elementary include: The Elementary working their way OFF of school
improvement and gaining the designation as an “Achieving School”, Cookie Dough
Fundraiser, U of A group naming the Elementary in their “Top Schools” list of 20,
Dollar General Grant, Fresh Fruit & Vegetables Grant, Eye Exams, and Flu Shot
Day.
Mr. Nolan Bryant presented the High School Principal’s report. Updates from the
High School include: Arkansas Lottery Scholarship, the Band’s excellent
performance in a recent H S Band competition and an advance copy of the DHS
Times.
6. Mrs. Ginny Huckaba presented the District’s Annual Report to the Public. Mrs.
Huckaba presented the report with a PowerPoint slide show that featured new
programs in the Elementary, Middle School and High School, test scores, and other
statistics from each school. A public release of the Annual Report to the Public will
be published in the Yell County Record.
7. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed Annual Risk Assessment Policy.
See Attachment #1 5-0
8. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Lance Wilkins, to appoint Kim Sullivan as the Official
Delegate to the annual Arkansas School Board Association convention in
December.
5-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the resolution to convey the old CDI property on Hwy 27 to the
Trinity United Methodist Church.
See Attachment # 2 5-0
10. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the legal transfer of Savanh Vongphahdy from Western Yell
County to attend Danville Schools effective immediately.
5-0
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to employee Dusty Wright, Morning Route, and Lisa Knight, Afternoon
Route, as bus driver for a Sp Ed route that has recently become necessary.
5-0
12. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________
Robert Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins, Bobby Redfern, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Ginny Huckaba, Anita Harper, Richard Gash, Ruthanne Gash,
Jim Ray Holbrook, Hillary Hawks, and Bill Turner
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:30p.m.
2. Mr. Richard Gash spoke to the Board about amending the policy in the student handbook
regarding students being allowed to have bottled water in the classroom. Mr. Gash
presented research supporting the link between good hydration and learning.
No action taken
3. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to amend the personnel policy to grant
10 days of sick leave to employees contracted for 190 days.
See attachment # 1 4-0
Celia Bell arrived.
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, to elect Bobby Redfern as President of the
Danville Board of Education for the current year.
5-0
Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, to elect Brad Reddin as Vice-President of the
Danville Board of Education for the current year.
5-0
Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, to elect Celia Bell as Secretary/Treasurer of
the Danville Board of Education for the current year.
5-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, to elect Bobby Redfern as Disbursing
Officer for the school district.
5-0
6. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the minutes of the August 17,
2009 meeting as presented.
5-0
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve 2008-09 Annual Financial Report, the 2009-10 Budget, and the
2009-10 Federal Fund Applications.
5-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the 2009-10 ACSIP plan in its working form with the
approval to allow the District staff to complete the plan with any necessary changes.
5-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the District’s Statement of Assurances.
See attachment #2
5-0
11. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid on the Point Source Ventilation and the Dust
Collection Project for the Agri Building submitted by Yates Heating and Air. ($30,350)
The project is funded by ARRA Stimulus funds.
5-0
12. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid on the Handicapped equipped bus submitted by
Diamond State Bus Sales. ($86,325) The project is funded by ARRA Stimulus funds.
5-0
13. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed addendum to the High School Student Handbook.
See attachment #3 5-0
14. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed “Public Comment Procedure” Policy.
See attachment #4 5-0
15. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Billy Minnie as Full Time Custodian.
5-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Deanna Yandell as Part Time Custodian.
5-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Romona Reddin as Educational Assistant.
4-0
Due to family connections, Brad Reddin excused himself and left the room during the discussion and vote on the hiring of Romona Reddin.
16. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________ Bobby Redfern Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, Lance Wilkins, Bobby Redfern, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Ginny Huckaba, Chris Watson, Nolan Bryant, Anita Harper, Nancy
Barrick, Jim Ray Holbrook, Shelley Tippin, and Bill Turner
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:01p.m.
2. Bobby Redfern asked about the sick leave policy moving from 9 days to 10 days.
Mr. Love will explore options and report back to the Board. No action taken.
3. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the minutes of the August 10, 2009 and the July 20,
2009 minutes as presented.
5-0
4. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the financial
statements as presented.
5-0
5. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed policy for the disposal of surplus property.
5-0
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the 2009-10 certified salary schedule
See attachment # 1 5-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the 2009-10 classified salary schedule
See attachment # 2 5-0
7. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to purchase 25 site licenses from Odyssey Ware for use in the
ALE program and for remediation.
5-0
8. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed football concession stand proposal.
See attachment #3 5-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, to approve the expenditure of up to
$5,000.00 for a school car for the FV bus route and up to $8,000.00 o a truck to
replace the school maintenance truck.
5-0
10. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the bid on the 2nd cutting of hay submitted by Bobby Gray
For $1.75 per bale. See bid forms. 5-0
11. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letters of resignation submitted by:
Beth George Rebecca Track
5-0
12. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Daniel Morris as ½ time bus driver.
5-0
13. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Shannon Rose as Migrant Clerk.
5-0
14. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Celia Bell, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Alan Love, Anita Harper, Chris Watson, Nancy Barrick,
Nolan Bryant, Jim Ray Holbrook, and Ginny Huckaba (late arrival)
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to accept the student transfer for Zoe Thompson from Western Yell County for the 2009-10 school year. 4-0
Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Brad Reddin , upon the recommendation of the Superintendent,
to hire Holly Ross as High School Personal Health Care Assistant for the 2009-10 school year.
The position is contingent on the student remaining in the District. 4-0
4-0
4-0
WYC will supply the room and computer hardware. Danville will supply the teacher and software.
4-0
7. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Brad Reddin to adjourn.
4-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, Lance Wilkins, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Alan Love, Ginny Huckaba, Chris Watson, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper, Jim Ray Holbrook, Lecia Reddin, and Bill Turner
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:00p.m.
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid for dairy products for the 2009-10 school year
submitted by Hiland Dairy.
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid for bread products for the 2009-10 school
Year submitted by Interstate Brands (Wonder Bread)
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid for pest control for the 2009-10 school year
submitted by Terminix.
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid for transportation products and service for the
2009-10 school year submitted by Jerry’s FINA.
4-0
3. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
4. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, accept the Freedom of Choice students who submitted forms
between June 24, 2009 and June 30, 2009 and had not been previously accepted.
See attachment # 1
4-0
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to run a Fourche Valley bus route if there is a minimum of
10 students who ride. The bus will stay on Hwy 28 and pick up any students on the
highway or at the school or stores along the way.
4-0
6. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid submitted by Yates Heating & Air on the
HVAC project for modernization of the Elementary under the ARRA stimulus
funding.
4-0
8. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the proposed ARRA stimulus funding expenditures
listed on
Attachment #2. 4-0
9. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the low bid submitted by Dwight Jones Agency on the
student accident insurance for the 2009-10 school year.
4-0
10. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, set the minimum spending limit per item without Board approval
to match the State of Arkansas amount of $10,000.
4-0
11. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the SIP program and pay a
certified employee $25 per hour to teach the SIP class.
See Attachment # 3 4-0
12. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the 2009-10 Migrant application. 4-0
13. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Marcia Tramel as the Foodservice Director for the
2009-10 school year. 4-0
14. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to share our music teacher with Western Yell County. The
teacher will be divided by periods per day.
4-0
15. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire a personal care assistant for a High School student with
disabilities for the 2009-10 school year. The position is contingent on the student
remaining in the district. 4-0
16. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the reassignment of certified staff members to fill a vacancy
within.
Josh Richards---H S Speech & Drama
Shawn Marie Hettinga---M S English
Samantha Dill---Elementary Teacher 1.0 FTE
4-0
4-0
17. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________ _________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Celia Bell, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Anita Harper, Chris Watson, Bill Donnell, Mike Gray, D J Crane
and Shelley Banning
The Board members agreed that the old field house would be left standing for use until the new field house was ready for occupation.
Celia Bell asked for a list of members of the field house committee.
4-0
3. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd Celia Bell to adjourn.
4-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, Lance Wilkins, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Ginny Huckaba, Chris Watson,
Jim Ray Holbrook, Tony Derrick, Bill Turner
and Heather Spencer
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 6:00p.m.
2. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to approve the minutes of the
4-0
3. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
4. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to appoint Alan Love as Ex-Officio Office and Anita Harper as
District Treasurer
4-0
5. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the bid submitted by Avery Electrical for the electrical
modernization project to be funded with the ARRA stimulus funds.
4-0
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the Freedom of Choice students not previously accepted
with the exception of Madison Westmoreland. Action tabled on Madison Westmoreland
4-0
7. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the changes in the ASBA Policy Model and continue
membership in the service
4-0
8. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Kevan Moore as Girls Basketball Coach / High School Teacher.
4-0
9. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________ _________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Nolan Bryant, Ginny Huckaba, and Anita Harper
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:00p.m.
2. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
High School Principal, to hire Jim Collums as High School Math Teacher for the
2009-10 school year.
3-0
3. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Bobby Redfern, to accept the letter of resignation
submitted by Juliana LoPorto to assume another position in the 2009-10 school
year.
3-0
4. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members Present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Anita Harper, Nolan Bryant, Jim Ray Holbrook,
And Tony Derrick
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed 2010-2011 budget.
See Attachment # 1 3-0
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the 2009-10 High School Student
Handbook and adding the changes submitted by the Board:
See Attachment #2 3-0
Superintendent and the High School Principal, to hire Chris Watson as Asst HS Principal/AD on a 240 day contract with a salary of $55,000.
3-0
3. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd Bobby Redfern to adjourn.
3-0
_________________________ ____________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Celia Bell and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Anita Harper, Kay Palmer, Christy Dumas, Melissa Tatum, Randy Isely,
Belinda Madding, Rebecca Gustin, Jim Ray Holbrook, Tony Derrick
and Tanya Newton, AFESC
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:00p.m.
2. First Grade Teacher, Belinda Madding and Rebecca Gustin presented a presentation
on Standard Based Report Cards. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent, to adopt Standard Based Report Cards in the
First Grade in the 2009-210 school year.
See attachment # 1 4-0
3. The Personnel Policy Committee representatives appeared before the Board to give their
opinion on 2009 legislative items.
4. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the minutes of the
April 20, 2009 and the April 30, 2009 board meetings.
4-0
5. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
6. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Cookie Dough Fundraiser, Summer Camps,
reported Gains Index, and the Pre-K and Elementary Handbooks.
Brad Reddin was called away.
7. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the Pre-K and Elementary Handbooks
for the 2009-10 school year.
See attachment #2 3-0
There was no High School Principal’s report presented.
9. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to enter into a three year contract with The Learning Institute to
provide the District’s Formative Assessment.
3-0
10 Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the Act 743 of 2009 Compliance Resolution.
See Attachment # 3 3-0
11. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept list of Freedom of Choice students received as of
May 15, 2009. Additional students will be accepted as presented through June 30, 2009.
See attachment #4 3-0
12. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the revised 2009-10 calendar with the 5 mandated snow
days placed at the end of the year.
See attachment #5 3-0
13. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the increase in the adult visitor’s lunch price from
$2.00 to $2.50 for the 2009-10 school year with the adult staff price remaining the same.
3-0
14. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letter of resignation submitted by Michelle Fowler
effective for the 2009-10 school year.
3-0
15. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
High School Principal and concurrence by the Superintendent, to hire the following
personnel for the 2009-10 school year pending appropriate certification:
Cendi Vazquez---H S Spanish Jennifer Richardson---H S Science
3-0
16. The Board had several question of the Administration regarding:
Status of the Assistant Principal/AD
Attendance verification of Saturday school students
Notification of parents after a student has a discipline problem
Discipline as a result of the water balloon fight in the H S hallway
Possible reason for the increase in pranks
Possibility of closing campus during the noon hour for all students.
Status of the Hay Bids for the 2009 hay season
Time for the June meeting---6:00pm
17. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to adjourn.
3-0
_______________________ _________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Lance Wilkins, Celia Bell and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Anita Harper, Lisa Holbrook, Jim Ray Holbrook, Theresa Palmertree,
Tony Derrick and Bill Turner
1. President Kim Sullivan opened the meeting at 5:00p.m.
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
5-0
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
4. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Cookie Dough Fundraiser, Student Testing,
and the reported Gains Index
Nolan Bryant gave the High School Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Benchmark testing, End of Course testing,
and Science teacher incorporating writing into their science lesions.
Kim Sullivan asked about the hay bids on the Cowger Farm for the upcoming
haying season. Mr. Cunningham will visit with the Agri teacher about advertising.
5. Mr. Cunningham gave the Board an update on the impact of the President’s
Stimulus Package for Arkansas. Other informational items included:
Third Quarter ADM,
6. The Board discussed the possibility of a bus route from Fourche Valley if the
District receives a significant amount of Freedom of Choice children from the
closing of the Fourche Valley School.
7. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letters of resignation from the following staff
members:
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
8. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to re-hire the listed classified staff for the 2009-10 school year.
See attachment #1
5-0
9. The Board instructed the Administration to begin a search for an
Assistant High School Principal/AD. Mr. Cunningham suggested a search
committee consisting of Kim Foster, Steve Coger, Nolan Bryant,
and Nancy Barrick.
10. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________ Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Lance Wilkins, Celia Bell and
Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Anita Harper, Shelley Tippin, Lisa Holbrook, and Jim Ray Holbrook
1. Buster Beardsley and Dan Lovelady presented information to the Board on
Bonds—Post- Issuance Compliance.
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the Bond Post- Issuance Compliance Policy Manual.
See Attachment #1
5-0
Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to employ First Security Beardsley Public Finance to serve as the
District’s financial advisor for a period three years. 5-0
2. Brad Reddin offered a formal apology to the Holbrook Family for any
Misunderstanding that had occurred. Brad had previously apologized to the Board,
Mr. Cunningham and the building principal. See attachment #2
3. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
5-0
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
5. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Pre-K study, Pee Wee Basketball Tournament,
and AGATE presentation by our teachers on After-School and summer
presentations.
Nolan Bryant gave the High School Principal’s report.
Mr. Bryant presented a graphic from a Social Studies Teacher’s who
was using writing in his lesson.
Kim Sullivan asked who was responsible for cleaning the old gym. Mr. Bryant
will look into the matter. No action taken.
6. Mr. Cunningham gave the Board an update on the impact of the President’s
Stimulus Package for Arkansas. Other informational items included:
Sr Girls Championship rings, Banners, Signs, and Basketball Uniforms.
8. Proposed changes to the 2009-10 Cheerleader Handbook will be revisited at a
later date. No action taken.
9. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed changes to the Medication Policy for the
2009-2010 school year.
See attachment #4
5-0
10 Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a transfer to Clayton Montgomery to attend Western
Yell County, effective immediately.
5-0
11 Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letters of resignation from Mary Weatherall and
Barbara Mills. 5-0
12. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to re-hire the listed certified staff for the 2009-10 school year.
See attachment #5
5-0
13. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn. 5-0
14. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to rescind the motion to adjourn.
5-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
15. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________
Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Lance Wilkins, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Anita Harper, D J Crane, Daniel Morris, Theresa Palmertree,
Melissa Tatum, and Todd Tatum
1. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
January 19, 2008 and February 4, 2009 board meeting. 5-0
2. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to approve the financial statements
as presented.
5-0
Celia Bell arrived.
3. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s report.
Informational items included: After School Benchmark and SAT 10 Prep,
Kindergarten registration, and Staff Development---CGI, ELLA, & ELF
Nolan Bryant gave the High School Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Chess Tourney, Quiz Bowl Tourney, Blood
Drive, Winter Dance, Band Concert, Dual Credit Courses, and Mr. Bryant
wanted to inform the Board that he plans to require any 8th grade student that fails
the Algebra EOC to take algebra over in the ninth grade.
4. Mr. Cunningham gave the Board an update on the impact of the President’s
Stimulus Package for Arkansas.
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed 2009-2010 calendar.
See attachment # 1 5-0
6. Janet Iracheta, H S Cheerleader Sponsor for 2009-2010, presented proposed
changes for the 2009-10 Cheerleader Handbook. No action taken.
7. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to accept the survey of the Field
House Site. The land within the survey will be deeded to the Danville Improvement
District for a period of one year to construct a new field house. At the end of one
year, the land will revert back to the District.
See attachment #2 5-0
8. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, to accept the letter of resignation
submitted by Larry Hodges, effective June 1, 2009 and Steve Mercer, effective
January 26, 2009.
5-0
9. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern, to extend a contract to Ryan Meyers
through the end of the 2008-09 school year with the stipulation that the RIF policy
will be applied to him first if it is needed.
5-0
10. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a transfer to Thomas Skinner to attend Western Yell
County effective immediately.
5-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular Session. No action taken.
11. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to rehire Nancy Barrick, Elementary Principal, Nolan Bryant, High
School Principal, and Ginny Huckaba, Curriculum Coordinator for the 2009-2010
school year.
12. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
5-0
_______________________ _________________________ Kim Sullivan Celia Bell
President Secretary / Treasurer
Members present: Kim Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Celia Bell, Lance Wilkins,
and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, Nancy Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Anita Harper, D J Crane, Daniel Morris, Theresa Palmertree, Melissa & Todd Tatum
1. The meeting was called to order by President Kim Sullivan at 5:00pm.
2. Under old business, Brad Reddin inquired about the status of the requested changes
in the cafeteria. No action taken.
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
December 15, 2008 board meeting. 5-0
4. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
5. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s report.
Informational items included: After School Benchmark and SAT 10 Prep,
Family Literacy Night, Book Fair, Kindergarten registration, and Pee Wee
Basketball.
Nolan Bryant gave the High School Principal’s report.
Informational items included: After School Benchmark Prep, Ben Rose assisting
parents in completing Financial Aid applications
Brad Reddin inquired about the 6th Grade P.E. being only one semester in the year.
The alternate semester the 6th Grade students did not have a break during the day.
Mr. Bryant said he would research the matter. No action taken.
6. Jimmy Cunningham gave an update on the current enrollment figures and the
President’s stimulus package.
7. D. J Crane presented drawings of the proposed Football Field House and the plans
to have a new field house constructed by donated labor and money.
Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to have the northwest corner of the football field complex surveyed.
It would then be donated to the Field House Foundation. The Foundation will
acquire builders risk insurance, construct the new Field House, and then donate
the property and field house back to the school district.
5-0
8. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by Celia Bell, to accept the letter of resignation
submitted by Jimmy Cunningham, effective June 30, 2009.
5-0
9. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
5-0
December 15, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Brad Reddin, and Bobby Redfern
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan Bryant, and Steve
Pfeifer, AD
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Kim Sullivan at 5:00pm.
2. Motion by Bobby Redfern,
2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the minutes
of the
3-0
4. Motion by Bobby Redfern,
2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the financial
statements
as presented.
3-0
5. Nolan Bryant gave the High School
Principal’s report.
Informational items included: Vo-Tech students and Emily York’s gaining
her
National Teacher Board Certification
6. Jimmy Cunningham gave an update on the
current Legislative Issues.
7. The Board discussed bidding on the Senior
High District Basketball Tournament.
No action taken.
8. Motion by Bobby Redfern,
2nd by Brad Reddin, upon the
recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept a legal
transfer from
3-0
9. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
Kim
Sullivan Celia
President
Secretary / Treasurer
Special
Meeting
Members
Present: Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, and Bobby Redfern
Others
Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nolan
Bryant
1. Kim Sullivan, President, called the
meeting to order at 12:00pm.
2. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent and the High School
Principal, to expel Guadalupe Herrera for the
remainder of
the 2008-09 Fall Semester.
3-0
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd
Bobby Redfern to adjourn.
3-0
__________________________
____________________________
Kim
Sullivan
Celia
President
Secretary / Treasurer
November 17, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Bobby Redfern and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper, and
interested community members
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Kim Sullivan at 6:00pm.
2. The Board attended to old business.
Ginny Huckaba gave an update on the
Wellness Committee meetings.
3. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd
by Celia Bell to approve the minutes of the
October 20, 2008
board meeting.
4-0
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby
Redfern to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
5. Nancy Barrick gave the Elementary Principal’s
report.
Informational items included: Yell for
Unicef, Elementary Christmas program, Peewee
basketball, and Family Literacy
night.
Nolan Bryant gave the High School Principal’s
report.
Informational items included: Literacy Plan for the High School and
publication
of High
School Student articles.
6. Jim Ray Holbrook spoke to the Board about
expanding the W.A.T.C.H. Dog
program to
the Middle School and High School.
7. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal
transfer to Nathaniel Griffith to attend Dardanelle
Schools, effective
immediately.
4-0
8. Mr. Jimmy Cunningham spoke to the Board
about the changes in our Athletic
Conferences and the changes in bidding
on a district, regional, or state basketball
tournament. No action taken.
November
17, 2008 contd.
9. The Cheerleader Handbook was
discussed. No action taken until the
spring
semester when
changes to the Student Handbook for the 2009-10 school year
are
discussed.
10. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
add the Act 1599 Resolution to the Agenda.
4-0
11. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
adopt the Act 1599 Resolution.
See attachment #1
4-0
The Board adjourned to Executive
Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken
15. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Bobby Redfern to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________
_________________________ Kim
Sullivan
Celia
President
Secretary / Treasurer
October 20, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Brad Reddin, Lance Wilkins, Bobby Redfern and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper,
Steve Pfeifer, Ricky & Kristi Padgett,
Sheriff Bill Gilkey, Juvenile Officer
LeeAnn Duvall and interested
community members
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Kim Sullivan.
2. Police Chief Ricky Padgett spoke to the
Board regarding gang related activities
occurring in
and round the school and within the city.
Kristi Padgett presented
information
on gang symbols, graffiti, hand signs, and “tagging”.
3. Sheriff Bill Gilkey spoke to the Board
about the need for the school to take a strong
anti-gang
stance, enforce the current policy in the student handbook in a consistent
manner, and work with local authorities to control the
situation.
Juvenile Intake Office LeeAnn Duvall
concurred with Sheriff Gilkey about the
necessity for
school administration and local authorities to work together.
Principal Nolan Bryant spoke to the
Board and the interested parties about the recent
events in
school including; fights, graffiti, tagging, extra security, and training for
school faculty
and staff.
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, to appoint Kim Sullivan as President of
the
5-0
Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd
by Brad Reddin, to appoint Celia Bell as
Secretary/Treasurer
of the
5-0
5. Ginny Huckaba reported to the Board on the
Wellness Committee meeting.
6. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd
by Celia Bell to approve the minutes of the
September 25, 2008
board meeting.
5-0
7. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by
Lance Wilkins to approve the financial statements
as presented.
5-0
8. Nolan Bryant delivered the High School
Principal’s report. Mr. Bryant spoke
about
Various activities and events that were
taking place in the High School including;
Purchasing the Audio Books, the Biology
class’ field trip, Band competition,
After-school
the Football
season.
9. Mr. Jimmy Cunningham explained the
school’s current student transfer policy.
10. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Bobby Redfern, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal
transfer to Brett Wilkins to attend Dardanelle
School District
effective immediately.
5-0
11. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad
Reddin to set the capitol expenditure limit
at $5,000
purchases without Board approval.
5-0
12. Mr. Cunningham updated the Board on some
information items including;
Regional ASBA meeting, Baseball
organizational meeting, and bidding
on district,
regional, or state basketball tournaments.
13. Bobby Redfern brought up the Athletic
Handbook.
The Athletic Handbook was placed “on
hold” until it can be addressed with
a meeting
with the coaches. Mr. Pfeifer will set
up a time to meet with the
coaching
staff.
14. The Board agreed to change the time for the
board meetings to 6:00pm.
15. Motion by Bobby Redfern, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn.
5-0
Special
Meeting
Members
Present: Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, Lance Wilkins, and Bobby Redfern
Others
Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Ginny
Huckaba, Anita Harper, and Shelley Banning
1. Secretary/Treasurer Kim Sullivan called
the meeting to order at 12:00.
2. Reorganization of the Board Officers was
tabled until the next regular meeting.
3. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Celia Bell to approve the proposed 2008-09
Budget.
4-0
4. Mr. Cunningham and Mrs. Huckaba presented
the Annual Report to the Public
for the
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Bobby Redfern to adopt the 2008-09 ACSIP plan
for the
4-0
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Kim
Sullivan to adjourn.
4-0
__________________________
____________________________
Kim
Sullivan, Acting President
Secretary
/ Treasurer
September 15, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, Lance Wilkins, and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper,
Steve Pfeifer, D J Crane, Daniel Morris, Theresa Palmertree,
Shelley Banning, Tony Derrick and Bobby Redfern
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the minutes of the
August 18, 2008 board
meeting.
4-0
3. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements
as presented.
4-0
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Kim Sullivan,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal
transfer to Megan and Emily Miller to attend
Western Yell County
Schools.
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance
Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept a legal transfer for Raul Parada, Timothy
Taylor and Jacob
Fischer from Western
Yell County Schools.
4-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the proposed
“Athlete’s Code of Conduct”
See Attachment # 1 4-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance
Wilkins, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
accept the letter of resignation submitted by Ryan Meyers.
4-0
September 15, 2008 contd
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia
Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
hire Ryan Meyers as a long term substitute teacher.
4-0
8. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Lance Wilkins to adjourn.
4-0.
August 18, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Elementary Classroom
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, Lance Wilkins, Celia Bell, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper, Mary
Weatherall, Barbara Mills, Marcia Tramel, Lecia
Reddin, Randy Isely, Steve Pfeifer, Tony Derrick and Bobby Redfern
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Randy Isely presented a Power Point
presentation on her Smart Board highlighting
the summer
camps.
Ginny Huckaba presented results of the
District test scores for the current and prior
year. Mrs. Huckaba informed the Board that the
Elementary scores had met AYP
for the
2007-08 school year.
3. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by
Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
July 21, 2008, and July 31, 2008 board
meetings.
5-0
4. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the ASBA
policy model with the addition of the attached
See Attachment # 1 5-0
6. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal transfer
to Destiny and Zachary Higham to attend
Western Yell County
Schools.
5-0
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0.
Special
Meeting
Members
Present: Tom May, Kim Sullivan, Celia Bell, and Brad Reddin,
Others
Present: Jimmy Cunningham, and Anita
Harper
1. President Tom May called the meeting to
order at 12:00p.m...
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the high bid
submitted by Tom May for the 2nd cutting
of the hay on
the Cowger Farm.
4-0
3. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to participate in all
Federal programs for the 2008-09 school year.
4-0
The Board
convened in Executive Session.
The Board
re-convened in Regular Session. No
action taken.
4. Mr. Cunningham conducted an informational
session
The following items were discussed:
2008-09 Open House Bus Routes for 2008-09
ADE Financial Rules School Safety
Drainage Problems Athletic Team Policies
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd Kim
Sullivan to adjourn.
July 21, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, Lance Wilkins, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
Anita Harper,
Shelley Tippin, Theresa Palmertree, and Bobby Redfern
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
Celia Bell arrived
2. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by
Lance Wilkins to approve the minutes of the
June 19, 2008, and June 10, 2008 board
meetings.
5-0
3. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Celia Bell to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the following
low bids for goods and service for the
2008-09 school year:
Hiland Dairy-----Dairy Products Interstate Brands---Bread Products
Terminix---Pest Control Jerry’s
Fina—Transportation
Products
& Service
5-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal
transfer to attend
Maggie Pool effective for the 2008-09
school year.
5-0
6. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the freedom
of choice students with the exception of
Matthew Shatterly.
Matthew Shatterly would necessitate additional
staff and was
denied for that reason.
5-0
7. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to adopt the ABC Pre-K
handbook for the 2008-09 school year.
5-0
July 21, 2008 contd
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to add a lunch stipend
to the base pay for the Educational
Assistants. The
stipend will be for the cost of a regular lunch multiplied by the
number of days
that they actually eat in the cafeteria.
5-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
9. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire the following
personnel for the 2008-09 school year:
Steve Pfeifer-----Dean of Students
Kendra Hubbard-----Pre-K 2nd Classroom
Teacher
Linda Hester-----Food Service Director
5-0
10. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
5-0.
_______________________
_________________________
Tom May
Kim Sullivan
President
Secretary / Treasurer
June 19, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, and Brad Reddin
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, and Bobby
Redfern
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the
recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve all items on
the consent agenda:
A. Appoint
Superintendent Jimmy Cunningham as Ex-Officio Officer
and
Anita Harper as District Treasurer.
B.
Lisa Knight as
Reading Recovery Teacher for the 2008-09 school year.
C.
Randy Isely as
K-12 Literacy Coach for the 2008-09 school year.
D.
Letter of
Resignation from Steve Pfeifer.
E.
Letter of
Resignation from Yetta Edwards.
3-0
3. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal transfer to
Brent Miller to attend Western Yell
County.
3-0
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Shawn Martin as
5th Grade Writing Teacher and
Natasha Gray as an Elementary Teacher
for the 2008-09 school year.
3-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Brad Reddin to adjourn.
3-0
June 10, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Nancy Barrick, Ginny
Huckaba, Nolan Bryant,
and
Bobby Redfern
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Kim Sullivan ,
2nd by Celia Bell to approve the minutes of the
May 12, 2008, and May 22, 2008 board meetings.
3-0
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements as
presented.
3-0
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the proposed change
to the High School Handbook
regarding ISS
and semester test policy. See
Attachment # 1
3-0
5. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
appoint the nominations for the Field house Committee. The
Athletic Director will be appointed as
the Chairman of the Committee. The
Committee will research funding
opportunities for the construction of a new field
house.
See
Attachment #2 3-0
6. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the freedom
of choice students with the exception of
Alea Rogers. Alea Rogers would necessitate additional staff and was
denied for that
reason. 3-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad
Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept by freedom of
choice, the Spencer children from the
Two
3-0
June 10, 2008 contd
7.
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd Celia Bell, upon the
recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Gary Kuca
as High School Special Education teacher for
the 2008-089
school year.
3-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to transfer Lecia Reddin
to the Fifth Grade Science position for the
2008-089 school year.
3-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
8. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell to adjourn.
3-0.
_______________________
_________________________
Tom May
Kim Sullivan
President
Secretary / Treasurer
Special
Meeting
Members
Present: Tom May, Kim Sullivan, Lance Wilkins, and Brad Reddin,
Others
Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Anita
Harper
1. President Tom May called the meeting to
order at 4:45p.m...
2. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve all items on
the consent agenda:
1. Letters of Resignation from Phil Collins
& DeVonne Dixon, effective 7/1/08
2. Proposed Budget for 2009-10
3. The high bid on the 1st cutting of hay on the Cowger
Farm
4-0
3. Upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, no action was taken on changing
the “Cell
Phone Policy” in the student handbook.
Celia Bell arrived.
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
set Becky Wilkins salary at $17,334.
4-0
Lance Wilkins left the room while the vote was taken.
5. Motion by Brad Reddin, 2nd by Kim
Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
approve a 4% raise for classified staff.
A 5% raise is for Pre-K
Classified is mandated as part of their
program.
5-0
6. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd By
Celia
Superintendent, to transfer Emily Dixon
to the High School Science position
vacated by
DeVonne Dixon’s resignation.
5-0
7. No action taken on the Fifth Grade Science
position vacated by Emily Dixon.
8. The next regular board meeting date was
set for June 10, 2008 at 5:00p.m.
Brad Reddin was called away.
Special Meeting contd.
9. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the Freedom
of Choice applicants, with the exception of
Tyson Martin. Tyson Martin would
necessitate addition staff and was denied for
that reason.
4-0
10. No action taken on Educational Assistant
lunches.
11. Board approved summer hours for the 12
month contract people.
12. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to adjourn.
4-0
__________________________ ____________________________
Tom
May
Kim Sullivan
President
Secretary / Treasurer
May 12, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, Brad Reddin, Lance Wilkins and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Randy Treat, Nancy
Barrick, Ginny Huckaba,
Nolan Bryant, Bobby Redfern, and Tony
Derrick
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Lance Wilkins, 2nd by
Brad Reddin to approve the minutes of the
April 21, 2008, April 29, 2008, and May
2, 2008 board
meetings.
5-0
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements as
presented.
5-0
4. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the legal transfer
from Dardanelle Public Schools for
Jordan Deeds, effective immediately.
5-0
5.
Formation of a
Field House Committee was tabled until a later date.
No action taken.
6. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by Celia Bell,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the proposed
changes to the Elementary Student
Handbook. 5-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the proposed
changes to the High School Student
Handbook. 5-0
Action was tabled on the proposed “cell phone
use policy” until a later date. No
action taken.
7. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the proposed
2008-09 certified salary schedule with the
addition of
the Golf Coach stipend and change the
ACSIP Chairperson to $750.00 .
See
attachment #1 5-0
May 12, 2008 contd
8. The proposed 2008-09 raise for classified
staff was tabled until a later date.
No action taken.
9. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to approve the proposed
increase in the mileage reimbursement rate
to .42 per
mile.
5-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
Lance Wilkins left the
meeting.
10. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Kim
Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Louise Burns as
cafeteria worker for the 2008-09 school
year.
4-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Zach Hettinga
as Social Studies / Baseball Coach for the
2008-09 school year.
4-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Julianna
LoPorto as an Elementary Teacher for the 2008-09
school
year.
4-0
Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd
by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Becky McVay as
Special Education/Self Contained Teacher
for the 2008-09
school year.
4-0
11. Motion by Celia
Bell, 2nd
by Brad Reddin to adjourn.
4-0
_______________________
_________________________ Tom May
Kim Sullivan
President
Secretary / Treasurer
April 21, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim
Sullivan, Tom May, Brad Reddin, and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Randy Treat, Nancy
Barrick, Anita Harper,
Bobby Redfern, and Tony Derrick
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the minutes of the
March 17, 2008 board
meeting.
4-0
3. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan to approve the financial statements as
presented.
4-0
4. Motion by Kim Sullivan, 2nd by
Brad Reddin, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the legal
transfer from Western Yell County Schools for
Drew Rolen, effective immediately
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to grant a legal
transfer to Cole Keyes to attend
Schools, effective immediately 4-0
5. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Kim
Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to
approve the proposed Technology plan.
4-0.
6. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin,
upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to accept the letter of
resignation submitted by the following
employees, effective for the 2008-09 school year:
Denise
Coor---Sp Ed Sherry
Hale---Pre-k
4-0
The Board convened in Executive Session.
The Board re-convened in Regular
Session. No action taken.
7.
Motion by Brad
Reddin, 2nd by Celia Bell, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to re-hire the classified
staff for the 2008-09 school year, with
the exception of
Darlene Jean, whose contract was tabled until the May meeting.
See
attachment #2
8.
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Kim
Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to re-assign Sheri Rial to
the Elementary staff, effective
immediately.
4-0
9.
Motion by Celia
Bell, 2nd by Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Stephanie Mikel
as Band Director for the 2008-09 school
year.
4-0
Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by
Kim Sullivan, upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent, to hire Pam Woodson as
Elementary Assistant for the 2008-09
school year.
4-0
10. Mr. Treat presented Mr. Gary Gray’s update
on the Cowger Farm activities.
See
attachment #1
11. Motion by Kim
Sullivan, 2nd
by Celia Bell to adjourn.
4-0
Tom
May
Kim Sullivan
President
Secretary / Treasurer
March 17,, 2008
Act 1747 Information
Superintendent’s Office
Members present: Kim Sullivan,
Tom May, Brad Reddin, and Celia Bell
Others Present: Jimmy Cunningham, Randy Treat, Nancy
Barrick, Anita Harper,
Ginny Huckaba,
Phil Moudy, and Theresa Palmertree
1. The meeting was called to order by
President Tom May.
2. Motion by Celia Bell, 2nd by Brad Reddin to approve the mi