October 24, 2017 at 6:00 PM - Governing Board Regular Meeting
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I. OPENING
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I.1. Call to Order
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I.2. Adoption of Agenda
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I.3. Pledge of Allegiance
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I.3.1. Moment of Silence
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I.4. Board Meeting Minutes Not Previously Approved
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I.5. Information Only Items
(Items to be heard only; the Board will not propose, discuss, or take legal action during the meeting unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action.) |
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I.5.1. Summary of Current Events
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I.5.1.1. Superintendent's Report
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I.5.1.2. Financial Report
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I.5.1.3. Student Recognitions
Description:
Female Athlete of the Month August - Emily Grasso
Male Athlete of the Month August - Gunner Tillemans Pursuing Victory with Honor August - Taylor Ervin |
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I.5.1.4. Staff Showcase
Description:
Sandra Upite will share many of the highlights, successes and opportunities she has created for our students.
YATCY students will present information to the Board about some of the activities they have participated in. |
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I.6. Public Comments
(members of the Governing Board shall not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during an open call to the public unless the matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action) |
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I.6.1. Public Hearing
Description:
Consistent with A.R.S. 38-431.02, notice of this Governing Board Hearing to be held in public at Mingus Union High School's library at 6:00 PM has been appropriately posted.
This Public Hearing is being conducted for consideration of residents and taxpayers of the community to present a Revised Expenditure Budget for Fiscal Year 2017-2018. In the regular meeting following the hearing, an agenda item will be introduced to adopt the Revised Expenditure Budget. |
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II. ACTION ITEMS - CONSENT
(All items listed hereunder are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be discussed separately.) |
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II.1. Approval of Routine Vouchers
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II.1.1. Expense
Description:
Voucher #1010 - $163,778.75
Voucher #1011 - $121,187.08 Voucher #1012 - $286,218.00
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II.1.2. Payroll
Description:
Voucher #12 - $246,525.83
Voucher #13 - $236,172.79
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II.1.3. Bookstore Activity
Description:
Ratification of Payments
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II.2. Personnel
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II.2.1. Certified Staff
Description:
New Hire - David Rahm - Substitute
New Hire - Roxanne Mitchell - Substitute Professional Growth - Andrew Lamer Professional Growth - Beth Detwiller Professional Growth - Gretchen Wesbrock Professional Growth - Tasilli Epperson Resignation - Patrick Pellegrino |
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II.2.2. Support Staff
Description:
Extra Duty - Molly Westcott - Head Track Coach
Extra Duty - Terri Bright - Lunch Supervision Extra Duty - Donna Mitchell - Lunch Supervision Extra Duty - Petra McIntosh - Lunch Supervision Extra Duty - Elayne Zimmer - Lunch Supervision |
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II.3. 2017-2018 Athletic Stipends
Description:
The Board will consider approval of the athletic stipends for coaches for winter sports.
Boys Basketball Head Coach - David Beery - $3,400 Boys Basketball JV Coach - Albert Rodriguez - $1,900 Boys Basketball Frosh Coach - Craig Mai - $2,400 Girls Basketball Head Coach - Frank Nevarez - $3,400 Girls Basketball JV Coach - Carson Sandoval - $1,700 Girls Basketball Frosh Coach - Chris Johnson - $1,700 Boys Soccer Head Coach - Calvin Behlow - $3,400 Boys Soccer JV Coach - - $2,400 Girls Soccer Head Coach - Joe Rongo - $3,400 Girls Soccer Assistant Coach - Phillip VanGorp - $1,700 Spiritline Head Coach - Brenda Watson - $3,400 Spiritline Assistant Coach -Hannah Young -$1,700 Wrestling Head Coach - Klint McKean - $3,400 Wrestling Assistant Coach - David Wilbur - $1,700 |
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II.4. New Club Approval - Mingus Rocket Club
Description:
The Board may take action to approve a new club for students interested in making rockets. Mr. Finley has agreed to be the sponsor for the club.
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III. ACTION ITEMS - DISTRICT BUSINESS
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III.1. Proclamation for Arizona College Application Month
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding a proclamation to declare October Arizona College Application Month in Mingus Union High School District, and encourage Mingus Union High School seniors to take advantage of the valuable assistance provided through this initiatives and to apply to at least one college or entity of higher learning.
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III.2. Cell Tower Lease
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action in enter into a facilities use lease agreement for a cell tower on MUHSD property.
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III.3. Approval of Wells Fargo Account Signers
Description:
The Board will consider the approval of adding Business Manager, Lynn Leonard as a signer to the Wells Fargo Bank Accounts.
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III.4. Budget Revision for FY18
Description:
The Board will consider approval of a budget revision for the FY18 budget to reflect the allocation of monies from the intended 1.06% teacher salary increase authorized by law.
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III.5. Superintendent Goals
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding the goals and expectations of the Superintendent as it relates to performance pay.
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III.6. Governing Board Meeting Schedule
Description:
The Board will discuss and may take action regarding the date and time of the regular scheduled meetings.
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III.7. Recommended Policy Changes
Description:
The Board will consider approval of policy changes recommended by ASBA, which were discussed in a first reading on September, 2016.
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III.7.1. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section B - School Board Governance and Operations
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section B - School Board Governance and Operations.
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III.7.1.1. Policy BBBA - Board Member Qualifications
Description:
ASBA is recommending adjustments to language from ARS 15-421, related to board member qualifications pertaining to employment with a third-party contractor.
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III.7.2. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section E - Support Services
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section E - Support Services.
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III.7.2.1. Policy EEAEA – Bus Driver Requirements, Training, and Responsibilities
Description:
ASBA is recommending adding language addressing new requirements that school bus drivers submit an Identity Verified Fingerprint Card, as described in ARS 15-106.
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III.7.3. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section G - Personnel
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section G - Personnel.
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III.7.3.1. Policy GCQF – Discipline, Suspension, and Dismissal of Professional Staff Members
Description:
ASBA is recommending new language defining dismissal of teachers with short-term certification, as outlined in ARS 15-538.02.
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III.7.3.2. Policy GDFA – Support Staff Qualifications and Requirements (Fingerprinting Requirements)
Description:
ASBA is recommending language here similar to Policy EEAEA regarding fingerprinting requirements for
bus drivers.
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III.7.4. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section I - Instructional Program
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section I - Instructional Program.
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III.7.4.1. Policy IJJ – Textbook/Supplementary Materials Selection and Adoption
Description:
ASBA is recommending additional language outlining requirements for 60-day display of high school texts under consideration for adoption, pursuant to ARS 15-102 and 15-722.
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III.7.4.2. Policy IJNDB – Use of Technology Resources in Instruction
Description:
ASBA is recommending the addition of language about parent notification regarding the use of technology and the Internet at school, pursuant to ARS 15-1046.
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III.7.5. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section J - Students
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section J - Students.
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III.7.5.1. Policy JFAA – Admission of Resident Students
Description:
ASBA is recommending changes to this policy allowing districts to admit non-resident students whose parent is transferred or has a pending transfer to a military installation in Arizona.
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III.7.5.2. Policy JFABC – Admission of Transfer Students (Academic Credit Transfer)
Description:
ASBA is recommending changes to this policy stating that districts may evaluate the transcripts of transfer students for the assignment of credit, pursuant to ARS 15-701.1.
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III.7.5.3. Policy JFB – Open Enrollment
Description:
ASBA is recommending removal of language referencing desegregation provisions, pursuant to ARS 15-184.
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III.7.5.4. Policy JL – Student Wellness
Description:
ASBA is recommending adding language allowing students to possess topical sunscreen products while at school, pursuant to ARS 15-158.
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III.7.6. Second Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section K - School-Community Relations
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding proposed changes to Governing Board Policy in Section K - School Community Relations.
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III.7.6.1. Policy KB – Parental Involvement in Education
Description:
ASBA is recommending removal of language giving parents the right to participate in parental satisfaction survey, which is no longer in statute (ARS 15-102).
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III.8. Unification
Description:
The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding Governing Board representation and topics for the proposed consolidation committee.
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IV. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
Description:
(Matters about which the Board may engage in discussion but will take no action during the meeting)
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IV.1. First Reading of Proposed Board Policy Changes in Section D - Fiscal Management
Description:
The Board will discuss proposed changes to Governing Board Regulations in Section D - Fiscal Management. Since these changes are to regulations Board approval is not required.
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IV.1.1. Regulation DGD-E - Credit Cards District Assigned Credit/Procurement Card Holder Agreement
Description:
Administration is recommending a revision of the credit card regulation in order to remain compliant with wage withholding pursuant to FLSA.
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IV.1.2. Regulation DGD-R - Credit Cards (Credit Cards and/or Procurement Cards)
Description:
Administration is recommending changes to the regulation in order to offer the District flexibility and compliance with pursuant to the USFR regulations.
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IV.1.3. Regulation DGD-RB - Credit Cards
Description:
Administration is recommending the addition of this regulation in order to address issues of credit card use by employees.
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V. INFORMATION ITEMS
Description:
(The Board will not propose, discuss, or take legal action during the meeting)
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V.1. Requests for Future Agenda Items
Description:
- Joint Board Meeting with COCSD November 1, 2017
- Regular Board Meeting December 12, 2017 - Superintendent's annual evaluation during December 12th meeting |
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VI. ADJOURNMENT
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