April 12, 2017 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education - Regular Meeting
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I. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS AND VISITOR PARTICIPATION
Description:
In an
effort to keep Board meetings to a reasonable length, we ask visitors
to make all statements regarding agenda items or other issues at this
time.
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II. COMMUNICATIONS
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II.A. Daily Herald WildStang Partnership Article
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II.B. St. Baldrick's Day Fundraiser
Description:
This was a District fundraiser for pediatric cancer. Students, parents and staff of all ages had their heads shaved to support this activity. Many young woman purchased the green extension to support the cause.
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II.C. ePTO Check Presentation for Stipends and Ike Playground Equipment
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II.D. Brownie Troop Request for Boxes in the Building for Book Drive
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III. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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III.A. Building and Sites
Description:
Jeff will report.
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III.B. I.A.S.B./ED-RED
Description:
Carol will report.
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III.C. Policy
Description:
Kevin will report.
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III.D. School/Community Relations
Description:
Martha will report.
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III.E. N.S.S.E.O.
Description:
Carol will report.
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III.F. Finance
Description:
Jeff will report.
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III.G. Negotiations
Description:
No report.
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IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Description:
I move to approve the consent agenda as presented.
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IV.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2017
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IV.B. Approval of Executive Session Minutes of March 8, 2017
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IV.C. Approval of Personnel Report
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IV.D. Resolution Recognizing National Volunteer Week - April 23-29, 2017
Description:
We are
recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 23 - 29. This is our
opportunity to publicly recognize the individuals who give of
their time and talents on behalf of the students and staff of School
District
23. Over the course of the school year, our volunteers have contributed
their
time and talents to the students of School District 23 and in so doing
have
contributed to the success of our
students. Through their service, District 23 volunteers provide our
students
with a concrete example of behavior which models service to the
community.
Their efforts not only encourage and support the individuals they serve,
but
they also motivate others to serve as well.
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IV.E. Resolution for Staff Appreciation Week May 7-13, 2017: Nurses, Professional Educators and Support
Staff
Description:
The proclamation is opportunity to publicly celebrate our entire staff and recognize the importance of each staff member and the many roles they fill each and everyday. Public education is a cornerstone of our democracy and it provides every child with the opportunity to thrive in an increasingly competitive world. On May 9th, we encourage the entire community to join us by taking the time to recognize and say thank you to District 23 staff members and the service they provide to our students.
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IV.F. Resolution For Honorable Dismissal of Educational Support Personnel
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IV.G. Extension of ECRA two-year agreement
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IV.H. Approval of Final Insurance Renewal Rates (EBC health, dental and life)
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V. FINANCIAL REPORT
Description:
I move to approve the financial report as presented.
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V.A. Approval of Financial Report
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VI. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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VI.A. Enhancing Parent Communications: Findings and Recommendations (Discussion)
Description:
Jascula Terman completed the parent communication study in February of 2017. The purpose of this audit was to review our communications to parents and make recommendations for improvement. The report has been shared with the communication's committee and with district administration. Holly Bartecki, Senior Vice President and James Chase, Accounts Director will present the report to the Board. Findings from this report will be used to develop our plan for the continual improvement of our communications to parents for 2017 - 2018.
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VI.B. Early Childhood Program Update (Discussion)
Description:
Our award winning Early Childhood team has continued to meet and discuss program improvements as we continue to identify and implement strategies and curriculum to continue to meet the needs of our earliest learners. Chrys and her team will share the highlights of their work. I applaud the work of the the group to redesign the Early Childhood calendar to provide both increased student contact time and reduce the need to rely on substitutes.
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VI.C. Approval of contract for ZONES Advanced Solutions Groups for $206,614.37 to provide a network equipment upgrade and refresh. (Action)
Description:
This is the project that the finance committee has been reporting on at the Board meetings for the past several months. This project is a 60/40 split with e-rate picking up 60% of the cost. E-Rate provides discounted telecommunications, internet access, and internal connections to eligible schools and libraries. It is funded by the Universal Service fund. To participate schools must comply with the competitive bid process and submit all work through the commission for approval. The 40% the District will pay ($82,645) is spread over three budget years starting with 2017. This quote includes replacement UPS's, upgrade of older WiFi equipment to current technology, upgrade of cable plant to support modern 10Gbps speeds, and switch upgrades to replace aging, end of life devices.
I move to approve the contract for ZONES Advanced Solutions Group for $206,614.37 to provide a network equipment upgrade and refresh.
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VI.D. Approval of contract for ZONES Solutions Group for $47,834.25 to implement a new network and wireless solution for District 23. (Action)
Description:
This is part of the project that the finance committee has been reporting out on the past several months. This project is a 60/40 split with e-rate picking up 60% of the cost. Please see the previous agenda item for an understanding of e-rate. The 40% the District is paying ($19,133) is included in the budget over three years starting in 2017. This quote includes replacing 135 existing Cisco AP devices with new Aruba AP's, 2200 feet of armored 6-strand multi-mode rates OM3 10G fiber optic cable, and all required support and installation.
I move to approve the contract for ZONES Solutions Group for $47,834.25 to implement a new network and wireless solution for District 23.
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VI.E. Proposed NSSEO Budget for 2017-2018 (Discussion)
Description:
The budget reflects an anticipated decrease of $108,523, which represents a reduction of 2.5 students and various minor adjustments to other NSSEO services for the 2017-2018 school year. Projected expenditures to NSSEO for 2017-2018 are $444,551. Our strong instructional program within the District continues to decrease our reliance on NSSEO.
If you have questions over the next month, please let me know. We will vote on the NSSEO budget at our May meeting.
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VI.F. Freedom of Information Act Requests (FOIA) (Information)
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VII. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS AND VISITOR PARTICIPATION
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VIII. OLD BUSINESS
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VIII.A. April 26 Board Reorganization Meeting @ 7:00 PM
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VIII.B. May 24 Board Workshop @ 6:00 PM
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IX. NEW BUSINESS
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X. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Description:
I move we adjourn to Executive Session for matters regarding personnel, negotiations, litigation and purchase or lease of real property. There will be no action after Executive Session.
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X.A. Personnel
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X.B. Negotiations
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X.C. Litigation
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X.D. Purchase or Lease of Real Property
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