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Meeting Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. WELCOME TO GUESTS
3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
4. ANNUAL BUSINESS
4.A. Agenda approval
4.B. Approval of minutes
4.C. Approval of invoices
4.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
4.E. Other
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.A. Board Committee Reports
5.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
5.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
5.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
5.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
5.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
5.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
5.H. Other
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
6.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
6.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
6.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
6.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
6.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
6.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
6.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
6.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
6.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
6.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
6.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
6.M. Other
7. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
7.A. Departmental Reports
7.B. Superintendent's Report
7.C. Other
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
9. ADJOURN
10. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
11. WELCOME TO GUESTS
12. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
13. ANNUAL BUSINESS
13.A. Agenda approval
13.B. Approval of minutes
13.C. Approval of invoices
13.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
13.E. Other
14. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14.A. Board Committee Reports
14.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
14.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
14.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
14.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
14.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
14.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
14.H. Other
15. NEW BUSINESS
15.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
15.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
15.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
15.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
15.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
15.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
15.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
15.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
15.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
15.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
15.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
15.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
15.M. Other
16. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
16.A. Departmental Reports
16.B. Superintendent's Report
16.C. Other
17. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
18. ADJOURN
19. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
20. WELCOME TO GUESTS
21. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
22. ANNUAL BUSINESS
22.A. Agenda approval
22.B. Approval of minutes
22.C. Approval of invoices
22.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
22.E. Other
23. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
23.A. Board Committee Reports
23.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
23.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
23.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
23.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
23.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
23.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
23.H. Other
24. NEW BUSINESS
24.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
24.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
24.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
24.D. Act on employee resignation - ECE
24.E. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
24.F. Act on employee resignation - ECE
24.G. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
24.H. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
24.I. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
24.J. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
24.K. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
24.L. Other
25. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
25.A. Departmental Reports
25.B. Superintendent's Report
25.C. Other
26. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
27. ADJOURN
28. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
29. WELCOME TO GUESTS
30. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
31. ANNUAL BUSINESS
31.A. Agenda approval
31.B. Approval of minutes
31.C. Approval of invoices
31.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
31.E. Other
32. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
32.A. Board Committee Reports
32.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
32.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
32.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
32.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
32.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
32.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
32.H. Other
33. NEW BUSINESS
33.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
33.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
33.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
33.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
33.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
33.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
33.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
33.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
33.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
33.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
33.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
33.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
33.M. Other
34. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
34.A. Departmental Reports
34.B. Superintendent's Report
34.C. Other
35. ADJOURN
36. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
37. WELCOME TO GUESTS
38. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
39. ANNUAL BUSINESS
39.A. Agenda approval
39.B. Approval of minutes
39.C. Approval of invoices
39.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
39.E. Other
40. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
40.A. Board Committee Reports
40.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
40.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
40.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
40.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
40.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
40.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
40.H. Other
41. NEW BUSINESS
41.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
41.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
41.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
41.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
41.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
41.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
41.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
41.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
41.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
41.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
41.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
41.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
41.M. Other
42. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
42.A. Departmental Reports
42.B. Superintendent's Report
42.C. Other
43. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
44. ADJOURN
45. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
46. WELCOME TO GUESTS
47. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
48. ANNUAL BUSINESS
48.A. Agenda approval
48.B. Approval of minutes
48.C. Approval of invoices
48.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
48.E. Other
49. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
49.A. Board Committee Reports
49.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
49.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
49.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
49.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
49.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
49.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
49.H. Other
50. NEW BUSINESS
50.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
50.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
50.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
50.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
50.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
50.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
50.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
50.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
50.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
50.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
50.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
50.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
50.M. Other
51. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
51.A. Departmental Reports
51.B. Superintendent's Report
51.C. Other
52. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
53. ADJOURN
54. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
55. WELCOME TO GUESTS
56. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
57. ANNUAL BUSINESS
57.A. Agenda approval
57.B. Approval of minutes
57.C. Approval of invoices
57.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
57.E. Other
58. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
58.A. Board Committee Reports
58.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
58.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
58.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
58.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
58.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
58.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
58.H. Other
59. NEW BUSINESS
59.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
59.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
59.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
59.D. Act on employee resignation - ECE
59.E. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
59.F. Act on employee resignation - ECE
59.G. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
59.H. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
59.I. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
59.J. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
59.K. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
59.L. Other
60. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
60.A. Departmental Reports
60.B. Superintendent's Report
60.C. Other
61. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
62. ADJOURN
63. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
64. WELCOME TO GUESTS
65. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
66. ANNUAL BUSINESS
66.A. Agenda approval
66.B. Approval of minutes
66.C. Approval of invoices
66.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
66.E. Other
67. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
67.A. Board Committee Reports
67.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
67.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
67.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
67.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
67.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
67.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
67.H. Other
68. NEW BUSINESS
68.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
68.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
68.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
68.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
68.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
68.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
68.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
68.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
68.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
68.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
68.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
68.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
68.M. Other
69. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
69.A. Departmental Reports
69.B. Superintendent's Report
69.C. Other
70. ADJOURN
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: August 10, 2022 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
2. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
4. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
4.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
4.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
4.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
4.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
4.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
5.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
5.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
5.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
5.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
5.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
5.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
5.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
5.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
6. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
6.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
6.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
6.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
6.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
6.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
6.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
6.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
6.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
6.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
6.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
6.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
6.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
6.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
7. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
7.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
7.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
7.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
9. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
10. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
11. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
12. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
13. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
13.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
13.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
13.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
13.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
13.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
14. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
14.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
14.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
14.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
14.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
14.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
14.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
14.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
14.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
15. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
15.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
15.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
15.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
15.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
15.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
15.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
15.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
15.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
15.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
15.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
15.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
15.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
15.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
16. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
16.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
16.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
16.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
17. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
18. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
19. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
20. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
21. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
22. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
22.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
22.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
22.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
22.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
22.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
23. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
23.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
23.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
23.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
23.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
23.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
23.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
23.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
23.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
24. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
24.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
24.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
24.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
24.D. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
24.E. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
24.F. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
24.G. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
24.H. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
24.I. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
24.J. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
24.K. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
24.L. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
25. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
25.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
25.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
25.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
26. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
27. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
28. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
29. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
30. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
31. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
31.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
31.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
31.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
31.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
31.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
32. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
32.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
32.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
32.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
32.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
32.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
32.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
32.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
32.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
33. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
33.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
33.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
33.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
33.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
33.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
33.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
33.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
33.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
33.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
33.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
33.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
33.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
33.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
34. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
34.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
34.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
34.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
35. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
36. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
37. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
38. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
39. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
39.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
39.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
39.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
39.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
39.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
40. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
40.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
40.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
40.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
40.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
40.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
40.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
40.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
40.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
41. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
41.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
41.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
41.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
41.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
41.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
41.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
41.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
41.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
41.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
41.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
41.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
41.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
41.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
42. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
42.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
42.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
42.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
43. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
44. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
45. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
46. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
47. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
48. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
48.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
48.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
48.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
48.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
48.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
49. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
49.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
49.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
49.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
49.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
49.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
49.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
49.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
49.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
50. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
50.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
50.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
50.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
50.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
50.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
50.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
50.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
50.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
50.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
50.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
50.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
50.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
50.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
51. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
51.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
51.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
51.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
52. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
53. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
54. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
55. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
56. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
57. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
57.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
57.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
57.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
57.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
57.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
58. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
58.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
58.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
58.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
58.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
58.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
58.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
58.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
58.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
59. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
59.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
59.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
59.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
59.D. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
59.E. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
59.F. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
59.G. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
59.H. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
59.I. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
59.J. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
59.K. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
59.L. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
60. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
60.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
60.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
60.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
61. EXECUTIVE SESSION - For the purpose of negotiations
Description:
ROLL CALL VOTE
 
Subject:
62. ADJOURN
Description:

 
Subject:
63. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Subject:
64. WELCOME TO GUESTS
Subject:
65. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Subject:
66. ANNUAL BUSINESS
Subject:
66.A. Agenda approval
Description:
Agenda will be reviewed for additions or deletions.
 
Subject:
66.B. Approval of minutes
Description:
Board action on July 13 2022, Organizational and Regular Board Meeting and Executive Session minutes.
 
Subject:
66.C. Approval of invoices
Description:
Marsha Wainio will review invoices.  Invoices are on file in the business office.  Board members are welcome to peruse invoices at any time.  Please call Superintendent Huotari.
 
Subject:
66.D. Financial report and budget adjustments
Description:
Customary and usual
 
Subject:
66.E. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
67. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Subject:
67.A. Board Committee Reports
Description:
Personnel Committee met on 08.04.22
 
Subject:
67.B. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Flex) (Dickinson County) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of SE Instruction Aide, Flexible Assignment - Dickinson County, with Jefffrey Mitchell at Step 2 pending background checks.  Interviews were held on July 15, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Jeffrey's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.
 
Subject:
67.C. Ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway) - SE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Instructional Aide (Norway CI) with Sadie Smiley at Step 2 pending background checks and successful passing of the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.  Interviews were held on June 23, 2022, and the interview team consisted of Tricia, Casey, and Lisa Anderson.  Sadie's first day will be the first day of the 2022-23 school year.  
 
Subject:
67.D. Ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Associate Classroom Coordinator (Willis) with Raisha Lipski at Step 3, with a start date of July 18, 2022.  Interviews were conducted by Casey and Richelle.
 
Subject:
67.E. Ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Head Cook with Alexis Rundell.  Interviews were conducted by Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
67.F. Ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities - ECE
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Family Service Coordinator with Health Component Responsibilities with Pamela Wendrick.  Interviews were conducted by  Richelle, Maria, and Casey.
 
Subject:
67.G. Ratify and approve filling Temporary Grant Coordinator position - GF
Description:
We are requesting the board ratify and approve filling the position of Temporary Grant Coordinator with Wendy Warmuth.  The interview committee consisted of Jennifer Huotari, and Sarah-Kate LaVan of MDE.
 
Subject:
67.H. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
68. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
68.A. Act on student handbooks - SE/TE
Description:
No content was changed in the SE Student handbook.  The only update was to the year 2022-2023.  
 
Subject:
68.B. Act on employee resignation - SE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Kathryn Peterson (CI Classroom Aide - FP) who was approved at the board meeting last month.  We request that the board accept this resignation.
 
Subject:
68.C. Request permission to assign additional hours - SE
Description:
We would like to request permission to assign up to 12 additional hours per week to Jessica Nichols.  With Holly Sundman resigning, Jessica will need up to 12 additional hours to cover assignments.  We will continue to post for a School Psychologist in hopes of finding a qualified candidate.
 
Subject:
68.D. Act on employee resignation - TE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jeremy Lajoice, TE paraprofessional.  We request the board accept this resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
68.E. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Lynn Zelenak, Early Head Start Home Visitor.  Lynn has served in this position since October of 2020.  We request that the board accept Lynn's resignation with regret.
 
Subject:
68.F. Request permission for out of state, overnight travel and expenses - ECE
Description:
We are requesting permission for the out of stae, overnight travel and expenses for Casey McCormick, ECE Director, to attend the Region V Head Start Conference in Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 2022, at a cost of approximately $1,800.
 
Subject:
68.G. Act on employee resignation - ECE
Description:
We have received a letter of resignation from Jessica Tunnicliff, ECE Secretary, effective August 26, 2022.  We request that the board accept this with regret.
 
Subject:
68.H. Act on updated DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee - All Depts
Description:
We have added Matty McCormick to the DIISD School Improvement/Professional Development Committee.  She replaces Mary Ellen Welcher who served previously.
Subject:
68.I. Act on creating the position of Human Resource Supervisor and the associated job description - GF
Description:
We are requesting the new Human Resource Supervisor position and associated job description be approved as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
Subject:
68.J. Act on new Literacy Consultant position and associated job description - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting the board approve the creation of a new Literacy Consultant position (K-12) and the associated job description as recommended by the Personnel Committee.
 
Subject:
68.K. Request permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog - GF/GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to recruit a Service/Therapy dog through Hannah Rogalla.  Her dog Diogee officially finished ATE (Alliance of Therapy Dog) testing and is officially certified.  Hannah purchased additional insurance for him to cover work days.
 
Subject:
68.L. Request permission to purchase additional TRAILs services - GenEd
Description:
We are requesting permission to purchase additional TRAILs services which are in addition to the original request as we have received additional funding.
 
Subject:
68.M. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
69. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
69.A. Departmental Reports
Description:
Does the board need any clarification at this time?
 
Subject:
69.B. Superintendent's Report
Description:

 
Subject:
69.C. Other
Description:

 
Subject:
70. ADJOURN
Description:

 
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the school district's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting.  There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated.  If any person requires special accommodations, please advise the Superintendent 24 hours in advance of the meeting - 779-2690.

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