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February 2011 Minutes

2011-03-21T15:10:00.000-05:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
February 17, 2011
Board Room

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma, Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on February 17, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for January 20, 2011
b. Approval of Payment of Expenditures
c. Approval of Financial Reports
d. Approval of Evaluations: At Risk, Special Services, Title 1 Preschool, MPP Early Childhood, Gifted, Library, Food Services, Parents As Teachers, Health Services
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Action Items: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Benji Harper to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls to possibly do a lighting project for energy savings. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• Feb 7th 100th day of school
• 4th grade National test

High School:
• Baseball Scoreboard
• Homecoming
• Basketball Districts
• Chess Club 2nd Place
• Life Smarts Team
• Graduation Dates: May 13th Seniors 7 p.m. Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to set the Senior Graduation Date of May 13, 2011 at 7 p.m. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent

Superintendent’s Report
• Calendar Update
• Summer School – will not hold summer school this summer
• Service Entrance to the facilities from Highway 21
• Biomass Project Update
• Chamber Banquet

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:40 p.m. and returned to open session at 10:00 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Yes Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

January 2011 Board Minutes

2011-03-21T14:52:00.000-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education

Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
January 20, 2011
Board Room

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent:
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma, Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on January 20, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for November 18 and December 7, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Expenditures for November and December 2010
c. Approval of Financial Reports
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Booster Club: Thank you for help with fundraiser.

Action Items:
Call Bond Election: no action taken

MUSIC Umbrella Insurance: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Rodney Johnson to purchase an umbrella insurance policy from MUSIC in the amount of $5,000,000. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent abstained

BREC Easement: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the easement to BREC to set pole and run electric for the Biomass Boiler Facility. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

ACE (Gifted) Handbook Amendment: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the amendments to the ACE Handbook as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

MSBA Policy Maintenance Agreement: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts
to approve the MSBA Policy Maintenance Agreement as presented for one year. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Certificate of Deposit: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to renew the Certificate of Deposit at People’s Community State Bank in the amount of $500,000 at 1.55% for 12 months. This was the highest rate received. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• 2nd Quarter Awards Ceremony
• Academic Bowls in March
• Fire Alarm
High School:
• First Semester Ended
• Big Springs Conference Basketball Tournament
• Chess Tournament
• Homecoming
• Whippet Mascot
Superintendent’s Report
• Board Election Filing
• School Board Recognition
• Invitation to Regional Professional Development Banquet, March 28, 2010 at Rolla
• Enhanced Enterprise Zone Board – Dr. Mike Redlich selected to represent our district

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to go into executive session at 7:30 p.m.
Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:30 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:45 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Yes Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Yes
Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

December Board Meeting

2010-12-16T18:03:00.002-06:00

The meeting scheduled for December 16th, 2010 has been cancelled due to bad weather.

November 2010 Minutes

2010-11-29T11:14:00.000-06:00

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Rodney Johnson, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts

Members Absent: Benji Harper and Mildred Morrison
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma, Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on November 18, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Recognition of Honors Band Students

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for October 29, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Expenditures
c. Approval of Financial Reports
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

Action Items:

2010 Audit Report: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the 2010 Audit Report as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

Audit Bids: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to accept the bid from Martin and Barnhart, LLC as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent abstained

Surplus Property;

Work Truck Bids: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to accept the lowest bid for the work truck as presented. Motion carried. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

Mobile Classroom: Tabled

Election Filing Dates: December 14, 2010 8 a.m. through January 18, 2011 at 5 p.m. as the dates for filing for school board candidates with the hours being the same as regular business hours and office may be closed due to weather. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• Fall Parties and Costume Parade
• Fundraiser
• Parent Breakfasts
• Family Literacy Night
• Modern Women donated benches for playgrounds and donated gloves for all elementary students
High School:
• Baseball Scoreboard donated by McCormack/ Ellington Telephone Co and Peoples Community State Bank
• Boys and Girls HS Basketball Gatorade Games Friday night
• Pep Club and Bon Fire
• AV Tournament
• Girls Basketball at the Lady Dawg Tournament
• BRL Choir
Superintendent’s Report
• Pre Bid Meeting for Biomass Boiler System
• Accredited With Distinction Certificates from DESE
• Staff Appreciation Dinner, December 9th
• Staff Years of Service Recognition
• DESE Survey

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:10 p.m.
Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:10 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:15 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Absent Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Absent Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Beth Buford to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 2 absent 0 abstained

October 2010 Minutes

2010-11-29T11:08:00.000-06:00

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts

Members Absent: Benji Harper
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on October 28,2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for September 16, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Expenditures
c. Approval of Financial Report
d. Approval of Crisis Plan
e. Approval of Evaluations: Vocational Programs
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Action Items:
County Hazard Mitigation Plan: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rick Parker to approve the County Hazard Mitigation Plan and resolution. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

FEMA Storm Shelter Grant Update

Senior Trip: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the trip 3 option which includes Western Caribbean Cruise as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent abstained

Architect Presentations: Dille & Traxel LLC gave their presentation
Jack Ball Architects, pc
Benji Harper arrived.

Boiler Project update.

Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to hire Jack Ball and Associates Architects for Master Planning and Brian Orr as the Structural Engineer for building projects which includes the FEMA Storm Shelter Grant project and other projects to be determined at a later date. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Budget Amendment: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to amend the budget as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• Parent Teacher Conferences
• Costume Parade
• LEAP Family Night – November 11th
High School:
• Attendance Policy
• Homework Policy
• School Spirit – Pep Rallies
• Cross Country Districts
• JH Basketball
• Volleyball Season
• District Volleyball Tournament
Superintendent’s Report
• Bus Route Updates
• MSIP
• Grant Updates
• DNR Grant possibilities

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 9:21 p.m.
Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 9:21 p.m. and returned to open session at 10:17 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Yes Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

September 2010 MInutes

2010-09-17T08:07:00.000-05:00

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts

Members Absent: Benji Harper
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on September 16,2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for August 19, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Expenditures
c. Approval of Financial Report
d. Approval of Evaluations: Food Service
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Action Items:
Certificate of Deposit: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to invest $500,000 in a 12 month certificate of deposit at Sun Security Bank at 1.75% with two signatures required those being the board president, superintendent and/ or the bookkeeper. Motion carried.
Vote: 5 yes 0 no 1 absent 1 abstained (Beth Buford)

Fuels for Schools: Tabled with at stakeholders meeting being held Thursday, September 23 at 4:30 p.m.

Step Ladder Program: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the STEP Plan and Goals as presented with the payment amounts being $800 and $1,600 based on the tiers as described in the plan. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• LEAP Program
• Hosting an Academic Bowl
High School:
• Good start for the year
• Cross Country
Superintendent’s Report
• Distinction in Performance
• MSIP Waiver of Full Review
• Staff Shirts for Recognition
• Grants Update
• Jobs Bill State of Missouri

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:57 p.m.
Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:57 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:07 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Absent Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Beth Buford to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

August 2010 Meeting Minutes

2010-09-15T14:50:00.000-05:00

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Benji Harper, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts

Members Absent: Beth Buford
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King, Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the g of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on August 19,2010 at 5:45 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Tax Rate Hearing: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to set the incidental tax rate at 3.0132% and the debt service rate at 0.7768%. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on August 19,2010 at 6:10 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for July 15, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills
c. Approval of Evaluations: Transportation
d. Sale of Bus
e. Gifted ACE Program
f. DESE Special Education Compliance Plan
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Committee Reports:
a. PDC Report – Gretchen Hill, PDC Chair
b. Booster Club- Applied for grant though the Tom Sauk Economic Grant for an electronic sign for the school.

Action Items:
Annual Secretary of the Board Report: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the Annual Secretary of the Board Report. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Bus Routes: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve the bus routes as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

BBFA Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure Policy: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the BBFA Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure Policy as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Speech Supervisory Contract: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve Integrity Therapy Solutions, LLC for Speech Therapy Services for the 2010-11 school year. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Biomass Boiler: Floor plans reviewed and current status of the project discussed.

DNR Grant: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the DNR Grant in the amount of approximately $150,000 for 5.5 years at 0% interest rate. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary School:
• Open House
• Bulletin Boards
• Surf the Information Wave
High School:
• Dress Code
• Fall Sports started
• Class Sponsors
• Fundraising
• Class Dues
Superintendent’s Report
• Open House
• Chamber Breakfast
• Legal Workshop
• Surplus Sale
• Fall Regional Meeting at Van Buren
• Boiler Project
• BRL Fall and Big Springs Conference meetings

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:52 p.m.
Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:52 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:13 p.m.
Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Rodney Johnson Yes
Benji Harper Yes Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Absent

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

July 2010 Regular Minutes

2010-07-19T10:34:00.000-05:00

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Rodney Johnson, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts

Members Absent: none

Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King , Carol Bouma

Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on July 15,2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for June 17, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Action Items:

School Vehicle: Tabled

Bids for Fuel, Milk and Bread: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to accept the bid from Prince Oil for the diesel fuel. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to accept the lowest bid for the propane (MFA Oil Company), bread (Interstate Bread Sales), and milk (Hiland Dairy) as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Bid for Technology Consultant: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to accept the bid from McCormack Networks for technology support. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Student Handbooks: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the elementary and high school student handbook changes as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report

Superintendent’s Report

Summer repairs and cleaning
Cafeteria roof damages
McCormack donated a pickup truck to the school
Fuels for Schools Biomass Fuel Grant
SEMA Emergency Shelter Grant
No tax increase bond issue

Agreed to contact L J Hart for a steering committee

Tax Rate Hearing Set for 5:45 p.m. August 19th
PAT program Screening services must be provided and high needs services

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:29 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:20 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:26 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Rick Parker - Yes, Phillip Roberts- Yes, Rodney Johnson-Yes, Benji Harper- Yes, Todd Brewer- Yes, Mildred Morrison- Yes, and Beth Buford- Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

June 2010 Regular Minutes

2010-06-29T08:59:00.000-05:00

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on June 17,2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for May 14, May 20, and May 24, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Action Items:
Career Ladder: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the annual Career Ladder report as presented. Motion carried.

2009-10 Budget Amendment: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to amend the 2009-10 budget to actual. Motion carried.

Extra Duty Stipends and 10 Month Secretary Salary: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve the extra duty stipend schedule as presented and change the 10 month secretary salary to $13,750. Motion carried.

Adoption of the 2010-11 Budget: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the 2010-11 budget as presented. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
High School:
• HS Beta National Convention

Superintendent’s Report
• Fuels for Schools Biomass Fuel Grant
• DESE Funding Updates

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:35 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:35 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:00 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

May 2010 Student Spotlight

2010-05-24T11:17:00.000-05:00

Sarah Brawley 2nd place in Math Field Day held at SEMO College Campus in Cape Girardeau

Academic Bowl Winners

2010-05-24T11:16:00.000-05:00

Carlee Albert placed 2nd in the Lesterville Academic Bowl and 9th in Problem Solving in the MCTM Math Contest. Kara Loyd placed 3rd in the Lesterville Academic Bowl and was the Ellington Academic Bowl Team high scorer. Kara also place 6th in the MCTM Math contest. Cameron Williams placed 4th in the East Carter Academic Bowl Contest. Congratulations on a job well done.

State Beta Winners

2010-05-24T11:15:00.000-05:00

The Beta Scrapbook team received first place honors on their scrapbook and Cole Roberts received 3rd place for his pencil art drawing at the State Beta Convention in Branson. Beta Scrapbook members pictured are Kali Baker and Molly Moss. Good Luck at National Competition in Louisville, Kentucky in June.

May 2010 Regular Minutes

2010-05-24T10:57:00.000-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education

Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
May 20, 2010
Board Room

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: Rodney Johnson
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King , Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on May 20,2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office Lobby by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Student Spotlights
• Math Competition Winner
• BREC Essay Contest Winners

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for May 22 and May 4, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

PTO: Cheri Harper gave a report on the 2009-10 activities
Booster Club: Cheri Harper gave a report on the 2009-10 activities

Action Items:
2010-11 First Grade Classes: no action taken

Auditor’s Contract: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to extend the current auditor’s contract with Barnhart and Martin Auditing firm for one year. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Summer School: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to cancel summer school for the 2010 summer.. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Demolition of Building: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to demolish the rock building next to the bus garage to allow construction of facility for the biomass fuel system. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Declaration of Surplus Property: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to declare the items in the rock building that are not of any use to the district. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• Field Day
• LEAP Program
• Preschool and Kindergarten Graduation

High School:
• EOC testing
• Beta Nationals fundraiser
• 8th grade graduation

Superintendent’s Report
• Early dismissal May 21st due to a funeral
• Tom Nichols State DESE supervisor meeting on May 20th
• MSIP review limited waiver

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to into executive session at 7:27 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:27 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:37 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

April 2010 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

2010-05-24T10:56:00.001-05:00

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on April 22, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office Lobby by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6-yes and 1-absent

Student Spotlights
• Academic Bowl Honors
• State Beta Winners

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for March 18, and April 8, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 - yes and 1- absent

Action Items:
8th Grade Graduation Caps and Gowns: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Rodney Johnson to allow the 8th grade graduates to wear caps and gowns for this year and next year’s graduation ceremonies. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 - yes and 1 - absent

Roofing Project: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rick Parker to approve the restoration of the roof on the gym and locker rooms as presented by The Garland Company, Inc. in the amount of $30,087 plus shipping and labor being bid out locally. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 - yes and 1 - absent

Architect Engineer Presentations:
1. CTA/ McKinstry
(Beth Buford and Paula King arrived at 7:15 p.m.)
2. Jack Ball Architects/ Johnson Controls
3. SDA/ Strickland Engineering

Carol Bouma arrived at 8:10 p.m.

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to award Johnson Controls / Jack Ball Architects the bid for architect/ engineer for the Fuels for Schools biomass boiler project with a 7% fee. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes

Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• BRL Tournament – girls 3rd place and boys 1st place
• MAP and Terra Nova Testing finished
High School
:• MAP Testing finished
• EOC exams coming up
• Math Field Day – Sarah Brawley 2nd place
• BREC Essay Contest Winners: DJ Bonney, Erika Chitwood, and Whitney Morgan
• Poetry Club – new club
• Senior Trip – leaves Friday, April 23
• Life Smarts Trip – leaves Friday, April 23
Superintendent’s Report• DESE Funding Updates
• Summer School
• MSBA Regional Meeting at Van Buren
• Board of Trustees Ball Field Saddle Club Community Park
• Phase Two Race to the Top Grant

Spring Girl’s Softball: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to add a spring girl’s softball program beginning with the 2010-11 school year with a stipend of $1500. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Benji Harper to into executive session at 9:40 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 9:40 p.m. and returned to open session at 11:55 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes

2010 Re-Organizational Meeting

2010-04-08T14:11:00.000-05:00

Re-Organizational Meeting of the Board of Education
Southern Reynolds County R-II School
Thursday, April 8, 2010 6:00 p.m.
Central Office Board Room

Board Members in attendance: Todd Brewer, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, Benji Harper, Phillip Roberts, Beth Buford, Mildred Morrison and member elect, Rodney Johnson
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King, Armand Spurgin, and Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Rebecca Foster

I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Certify and approve Board Election results: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to certify the 2010 election result of the Southern Reynolds County R-II Board of Directors with the election of Benji Harper and Rodney Johnson. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

IV. Recognition of Retiring Board Member – Wade Prince
V. Re-Organization of the Board
a. Swearing in of the new board members by board secretary, Rebecca Foster
b. Superintendent, Mike Redlich presides over election of president of the board.
c. Election officers
Motion was made by Mildred Morrison and seconded by Phillip Roberts to elect officers to remain the same as was for the past year. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

VI. New Business
a. Ancillary Insurance: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the SCEC as the provider of the ancillary insurance including payroll deductions and the SCEC current carrier being All State Insurance. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

b. Career Ladder: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Rodney Johnson to approve the 2010-11 Career Ladder Plan as presented pending funding by the state. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

c. 09-10 Calendar Amendment: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Mildred Morrison to add April 23, 2010 as an early dismissal day for professional development. Motion carried.
Vote: 7 yes 0 no 0 absent 0 abstained

d. 8th Grade Graduation: Motion was made by Beth Buford to not have caps and gowns for 8th grade graduation. Motion died.

Motion was made by Rick Parker and seconded by Benji Harper to have caps and gowns for 8th grade graduation. Motion failed.
Vote: 3 - yes 3- no 0- absent 1- abstained

Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Benji Harper to end 8th grade graduation ceremony with the current 6th grade class (class of 2015) to be in line with policy IKFB. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 - yes 1 - no 0- absent 0 - abstained

e. Summer School – tabled
f. Board meeting changed to April 22, 2010.
g. DESE funding information reviewed

VII. Executive Session
a. RSMO.610.021 Section 3: Evaluation and action on employees
b. RSMo. 610.021 Section 6 & 7: Student Welfare
c. RSMo. 610.021 Section 1: legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by: Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into closed session at 7:30 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:11 p.m.

VIII. Adjourn: Motion was made by Rodney Johnson and seconded by Phillip Roberts
to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

March 18, 2010 Meeting Summary

2010-03-29T15:48:00.001-05:00

Information from the Southern Reynolds County R-II Board of Education Meeting, March 18, 2010.

Student Spotlight:
The Board recognized the LifeSmarts Teams that won the Missouri Tournament and will be competing at Nationals in Miami, Florida in April.

The Board also recognized two students who had scored 30 or above on the ACT test.

2010 -2011 School Calendar:
The Board adopted Calendar #3 as our official calendar for next year.

Monticello Transportation:
The Board voted to not contract transportation at this time.

Bond Refinancing:
The Board voted to refinance the current school bonds. This will result in a savings of $28,719 for the district by lowering the interest rate and accelerating the payment schedule.

Elementary Principal Report:
Mrs. Bouma recognized the Academic Bowl participants and winners from the two contests. She discussed Parent/Teacher Conferences and the Book Fair. She explained that the elementary teachers are gearing up for the MAP and Terra Nova Test. Finally, she discussed the After School Program provided by the 21st Century Grant.

High Principal Report:
Mr. Spurgin recognized the Betas competing at State Convention and the winners that will be competing in Louisville, KY in July.

Assistant Principal Report:
Mrs. King elaborated on the upcoming MAP testing.

Superintendents Report:
Dr. Redlich updated the Board on the Biomass Boiler grant progress and elaborated on the 21st Century Grant. The MSBA Regional meeting will be held in Van Buren on May4, 2010. The Board Reorganizational meeting will be held on April 8, 2010.

□ Pre-School Graduation will be held in the old gym on Friday, May 21st at 6:00 pm and they will have Parent/Teacher Conference on May 26th and 27th.

□ 8th Grade Graduation will be held in the new gym on Monday, May 24th at 7:00 pm.

□ Kindergarten Graduation will be held in the new gym on Tuesday, May 25th, 6:00 pm and they will attend to the last day of school.

From Executive Session:

Staff Reductions due to Budget Concerns:
The Board voted to accept the administration’s recommendation to eliminate the Assistant Principal’s Position and leave the 6th grade in the Elementary for next year.

The Board directed administration to not hire for one opening and rearrange staff to eliminate one of the three 1st Grade teaching positions.

Minutes February 22, 2010

2010-03-16T16:15:00.003-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
February 22, 2010Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King, Carol Bouma, Armand Spurgin
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on February 22, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Action Items:
Monticello: Tabled until the next meeting.

Referee Proposal: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Mildred Morrison to approve the 2010-2011 officials’ pay scale proposal option one presented. Motion carried.

Calendar: Motion as made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to set March 19, 2010 as a make-up day going until 12 noon. Motion carried.

Summer School: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the summer school schedule for June 7 thru June 30 (18 days) 8 am to 3:20 pm.

Fuels for Schools Grant: John Tuttle presentation, Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Benji Harper to accept the Fuels for Schools Grant as presented. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
High School:
• Lifesmarts Team State Championship
• BRL Tournament: Booster Club, Mike Smith, and Paula King
Superintendent’s Report
• Commissioner of Education: Spending restrictions

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 9:02 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 9:02 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:25 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Minutes February 10, 2010

2010-02-11T13:05:00.003-06:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
February 10, 2010
Board RoomMembers Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince(T) and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King, Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on February 10, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for January 21, 2010
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: Health Services
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Wade Prince arrived.

Action Items:
MSBA Policy Updates: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts seconded Wade Prince to approve the MSBA policy updates presented. Motion carried.

Senior Trip Policy: Motion as made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the amendment to the senior trip policy to include cruises leaving from a United States port. Motion carried.

Referees: Mike Smith – tabled until next meeting

Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• MPP Evaluation Excellent Report
• Kits for Kids for Haiti 81 kits delivered to DESE
• BRL Conference Band at Bunker
High School:
• BRL Basketball Tournament next week
• Character Ed Skit coming up
• BRL Conference Band at Bunker
• Hats for Haiti by Beta raised $370
• Testing Dates have been set

Superintendent’s Report
• Board Filing update
• Weather Days
• Instant Call System going great
• School Calendar – Flu and Weather
• School Resource Officer
• Missouri Fuels for Schools

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:29 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:29 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:01 p.m.
Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Minutes January 21, 2010

2010-01-25T09:12:00.005-06:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
January 21, 2010
Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent:
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Paula King, Carol Bouma
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on January 21, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance
Recognition of Visitors
Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for December 17, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Action Items:
Certificates of Deposit: Motion was made by Benji Harper seconded Phillip Roberts to authorize the opening of certificates of deposit with Peoples Community State Bank as presented. Motion carried.

MSBA Policy Agreement: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the MSBA Policy Service Agreement as presented. Motion carried.

PAWS Policy: Motion was made by Rick Parker and seconded by Wade Prince to clarify the 2.5 GPA requirement in the PAWS program to state that if their grades fall below 2.5 GPA the funding from the PAWS program will end. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• Academic Bowl practices beginning
High School:
• Homecoming

Superintendent’s Report
• Hosting the basketball BRL Tournament
• Basketball Districts at Van Buren
• Board Filing ended with three people filling
• Election April 6
• Surplus property from Corp of Engineers at Clearwater Dam
• State Revenue Update
• BETA Hats for Haiti
• Purchase Milk Cooler
• Purchase of tables and chairs
• Band program update
• School Board Recognition

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to go into executive session at 6:48 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 6:48 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:46 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

December 2009 Summary of Minutes

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Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: Wade Prince
Administrators: Mike Redlich and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on December 17, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for November 19, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: Guidance Program
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Action Items:
Race to the Top Resolution: Motion was made by Benji Harper seconded Beth Buford to adopt the Missouri Department of Education Race to the Top Resolution for Local Education Agencies as presented. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• Christmas Concert
• Band performance
High School:
• End of course exam in Government
• End of first semester

Superintendent’s Report
• Annual performance report – 13 points received – fully accredited
• Attendance percentage
• A+ Designation application
• Staff and family / Board Christmas Dinner
• Purchasing Card Program
• 21st Century Grant with Whole Kids Outreach 100% federal funded
• Board Filing Update

Out of District Tuition: Motion made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to raise the out of district tuition to $6,000. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to go into executive session at 6:30 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 6:30 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:24 p.m.

Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Wade Prince absent
Benji Harper Yes Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Vote: 6 yes 0 no 1 absent 0 abstained

November 2009 Regular Meeting

2009-11-20T15:11:00.004-06:00

Meeting of the Board of Education

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Carol Bouma, Armand Spurgin, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky FosterCall to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on November 19, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for October 15, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Action Items:
2009-10 Budget Revision: Motion was made by Benji Harper seconded Wade Prince by to approve the 2009-10 Budget Revision as presented. Motion carried.

Big Springs Conference: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to petition to the Big Springs Conference to join their conference. Motion carried.
Administrator’s Report
Elementary:
• Parent Breakfasts
• December 10th Christmas Concert with the band participating
• Curriculum Update
• H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinic

High School:
• December 5th Chess Tournament at West Plains
• Sickness much better with attendance up
• HS Boys Basketball only a varsity team for the year
• Jannifer Johnson recognized for being selected to attend the DESE End of Course Achievement Phase 2 Setting

Superintendent’s Report
• Fuels for Schools Grant
• Staff and family / Board Christmas Dinner
• HRA Insurance Amendment: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the HRA Insurance Amendment. Motion carried.
• 403B Annuity: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to add Horace Mann to the vendor list in the 403B Plan Document. Motion carried.
• Easement for water and telecommunications: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to authorize signing an easement to the City of Ellington for water and telecommunications. Motion carried.
* National City presentation by Lonnie Thompson – performance reward from United Health Care
• Set Board Filing Dates for December 15, 2009 – January 19, 2010

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 7:01 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:01 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:25 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

August 2009 Meeting and Tax Rate Hearing

2009-08-21T13:15:00.004-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Tax Rate Hearing and Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
August 20, 2009
Board RoomMembers Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Rick Parker, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: Mildred Morrison
Administrators: Mike Redlich
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Tax Rate Hearing:
Tax Rate Hearing called to order at 5:45 p.m. in the Board Room

After discussion a motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the 2009 tax rate as recommended at 2.8862 for the incidental fund and 0.7438 for the debt service. Motion carried.

Wade Prince arrived.

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on August 20, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for July 16, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Discussion:
Career Ladder: Consensus of the board to continue with the program funding the 40% the district portion and the teacher only working the 40% of the hours for each step. This will be reviewed closer to the end of the year to determine what would be implemented for the next year.

Action Items:
a. Annual Secretary of the Board Report: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts seconded by Benji Harper to approve the 2008-09 Annual Secretary of the Board Report as presented. Motion carried.

b. Bus Routes: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the bus routes as presented. Motion carried.

c. MSBA Policy Updates: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the MSBA Policy Updates as presented. Motion carried.

d. Class Rankings Policy: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the Class Rankings Policy as presented. Motion carried.

e. Buy Back Leave Policy: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the Buy Back Leave Policy as presented. This will increase the number of days that can be sold back each year to the number of days that are earned each school year. Motion carried.

f. Amend 2009-10 Calendar: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to amend the 2009-10 Calendar to include early dismissal on September 2 and December 2, 2009 to allow for workshops on curriculum. Motion carried.

g. Sale of Bus: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the sale of a bus # 15 to Copeland Bus Sales for $1500.00 as presented. Motion carried.

h. Coca Cola Contract: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the Coca Cola Contract as presented. Motion carried.

i. BBFA Conflict of Interest Policy: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the BBFA Conflict of Interest Policy as presented. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report Elementary:
• Open House
• Picture Day
• Theme- Survivor
High School:
• Building Trades
• Vo-Tech
• Sports Calendar
Superintendent’s Report
• Enrollment
• Fall MSBA Regional Meeting September 1 at The Landing

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to go into executive session at 7:02 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:02 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:38 p.m.
Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

July 16, 2009 Meeting Minutes

2009-08-14T10:45:00.000-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
July 16, 2009Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: Benji Harper
Administrators: Mike Redlich
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on June 25, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Consent Agendaa. Approval of Minutes for June 25, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: Summer School
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Mildred Morrison to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

PDC Report and Policy for 2009-10: Gretchen Hill- Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the 2008-09 PDC Report and the 2009-10 PDC Policy as presented. Motion carried.

Action Items:
a. Bids: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts to award the bids as follows: Bread – Interstate Bread Company Milk – Hiland Dairy, Diesel Fuel – County Fuel., Propane – MFA. Motion died due to the lack of a second.

b. Motion was made by Rick Parker and seconded by Beth Buford to award the bids to the lowest bidders: Bread – Interstate Bread Company Milk – Hiland Dairy, Diesel Fuel – Prince Oil Co., Propane – MFA. Motion carried.

c. Ikon Copier Contract: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the extension of the current contract and upgrading the copiers as presented. Motion carried.

d. Student Handbooks: Elementary and High School: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the 2009-10 Student Handbook with changes as recommended including changes to the attendance policy and discipline due to use and possession of cell phones. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report Superintendent’s Report
• Set Tax Rate Hearing for 5:45 p.m. August 20, 2009
• Capital Project Updates

Executive Session RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to go into executive session at 7:30 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered closed session at 7:30 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:45 p.m.

Rick Parker Yes Phillip Roberts Yes Wade Prince Yes
Benji Harper Absent Todd Brewer Yes Mildred Morrison Yes
Beth Buford Yes

Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Minutes from June 25, 2009

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Regular Meeting
June 25, 2009
Board RoomMembers Present: Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: Todd Brewer
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, Carolyn Bouma, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on June 25, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Benji Harper, Board Vice-President.
Pledge of Allegiance
Recognition of Visitors
Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for May 28 and June 3, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills
c. Approval of Financial Report
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Action Items:
a. 7% Capital Projects Transfer: Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve the 7% capital projects transfer to allow for future capital project improvements including roof repairs, air conditioner purchases, and other projects. Motion carried.
b. Amend 2008-09 Budget to Actual: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to amend the 2008-09 budget to actual as per auditor recommendations. Motion carried.
c. Salary Schedules:
Certified: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the salary schedules as recommended by adding $500 to the base of the certified schedule.
Classified: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts an average of 2.88% to the base columns of the classified schedules as per recommendations. Motion carried.
d. 2009-10 Budget: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to adopt the 2009-10 Budget as presented. Motion carried.
Administrator’s Reports
Elementary Principal
• Summer School report
HS Principal:
• HS Cheerleading
Superintendent’s Report
• Roofing Projects
• Ramp in the gymnasium
• Electricity Efficiency Study
• New Superintendence Academy
Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 6:45 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered into closed session at 6:45 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:05 p.m.
Adjourn: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Special Meeting June 3, 2009

2009-06-15T15:35:00.004-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Special Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
June 3, 2009
Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, Carolyn Bouma, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the special meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on June 3, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.
Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity
Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to go into executive session at 6:01 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered into closed session at 6:01 p.m. and returned to open session at 6:58 p.m.
Action Items:
Extra Duty Stipends: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the extra duty stipends as presented. Motion carried.
Sale of Vocational House: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the sale of the vocational house to the highest bidder, Don Hoffmann in the amount of $136,000. Motion carried.
Air Conditioning: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to accept the bid from Ozark Temperature Control for the purchase of 3 – 5 ton units air conditioners. Motion carried.
Technology Service Contract: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to accept the bid from McCormack Telecom for the technology service for the 2009-10 school year. Motion carried.
Curriculum: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to approve contracting Success Link for assistance in updating the curriculum. Motion carried.
Extra Duty Stipends: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Rick Parker to approve the addition of $1300.00 to all head coaching positions if the district determines that an assistant coach is not available for that coaching position and to hire Mike Smith as the head high school baseball coach for the 2009-10 school year. Motion carried.
Extra Duty Stipends: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the addition of $2600.00 for athletic director and to hire Mike Smith as the athletic director for the 2009-10 school year. Motion carried.
Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Summary of Minutes May 28, 2009

2009-06-01T08:50:00.005-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
May 28, 2009
Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, Carolyn Bouma, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on May 28, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by
Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for Re-Organizational meeting, April 16 and May 5, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Committee Reports:
a. Career Ladder- Jannifer Johnson 08-09 Final Report

Discussion:
a. Teacher Salary – Jannifer Johnson and Krista Hampton
b. Debt Service – Dr. Redlich

Action Items:
a. Purchase of bus: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the purchase of the 77 passenger 2010 International from Midwest Transit Equipment as presented. Motion carried.

b. Budget Revision: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the budget revision as presented. Motion carried.

c. Sun Security Bank: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to authorize changing the debt service checking account to the savings account as presented allowing internet transfers by Rebecca Foster, bookkeeper or Mike Redlich, superintendent. Motion carried.

d. Purchase of Textbooks: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to authorize the purchase of math textbooks for grades K-6 from Scott Foresman K-5 and 6th grade McGraw-Hill and High School Social Studies based on the recommendation of the HS social studies teachers. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
Elementary Principal
• Pre-School and Kindergarten Screening
• Storm day report
• Field Day
• Pre-School Graduation
• Kindergarten Graduation
• End of Year Assembly
• Summer School
HS Principal:
• Summer School
• Sports Camps
• Perfect Attendance Awards
• Roof repairs
Superintendent’s Report
• Bidding on House complete
• Special meeting to approve sale of the house Wednesday, June 3 at 6 p.m.
• Grant for building a storm shelter
• Reynolds County Educational Enrichment Funds meeting

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to go into executive session at 7:27 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered into closed session at 7:27 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:26 p.m.
Extra Duty Stipends: Tabled

Adjourn: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Phillip Roberts to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

2009 Re-Organizational Meeting

2009-04-20T11:43:00.009-05:00

Re-Organizational Meeting of the Board of Education
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
April 16, 2009
Central Office Board Room

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Benji Harper, Beth Buford, Mildred Morrison, Phillip Roberts, Wade Prince, and Rick Parker
Members Absent: David Brawley
Board Secretary: Rebecca Foster
Administrators: Dr. Mike Redlich, Superintendent, Armand Spurgin, HS Principal, Carol Bouma, Elementary Principal, and Paula King, Assistant Principal

I. Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the special meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on April 16, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

II. Election Results: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Benji Harper to accept the election results as presented from the Shannon and Reynolds County Clerks. Motion carried.

III. New Board Members Rick Parker and Todd Brewer were sworn in by Board Secretary, Rebecca Foster.

IV. Re-Organization of the Board: Superintendent, Mike Redlich presided over the re-organization of the board.

a. President- Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to nominate Todd Brewer as the president of the board. With no further nominations, Todd Brewer was elected as president by acclamation. Motion carried

Todd Brewer presided over the remainder of the meeting.

b. Vice President – Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Mildred Morrison to nominate Benji Harper as vice-president of the board. With no further nominations, Benji Harper was elected as vice-president by acclamation. Motion carried.

c. Secretary – Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to nominate Rebecca Foster as secretary of the board. With no further nominations, Rebecca Foster was elected as board secretary by acclamation. Motion carried.

d. Treasurer – Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Mildred Morrison to nominate Beth Buford as treasurer of the board. With no further nominations, Beth Buford was elected treasurer by acclamation. Motion carried.

e. MSBA Representative: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Wade Prince to nominate Phillip Roberts as the MSBA Representative. With no further nominations, Phillip Roberts was elected as the MSBA Representative. Motion carried,

V. Adjourn: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to adjourn the re-organizational meeting. Motion carried.

April 16, 2009 Minutes

2009-04-20T10:53:00.003-05:00

Meeting of the Board of Education
Regular Meeting
Southern Reynolds R-II School District
April 16, 2009
Board Room
Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Rick Parker, Wade Prince, and Phillip Roberts
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, Carolyn Bouma, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster
Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on April 16, 2009 at 6:15 p.m. in the Board Room by
Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for March 19, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills (attached)
c. Approval of Financial Report (attached)
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Beth Buford and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Discussion:a. Lorna Nash, parent volunteer

Action Items:
a. 2009-10 School Calendar: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Phillip Roberts to approve calendar option #3 as presented. Motion carried.

b. P-Card: Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to approve the use of the P-Card through UMB Bank with the use of agreements by all users and the cards being maintained in the offices and issued through the offices for usage by other personnel. Motion carried.

c. Health Insurance: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to approve the 2009-10 health insurance through the SCEC consortium with United Health Care as the provider and offering three policy options,
a. Plan 1, Plan 2 and adding the option of the buy down which is option 4,
b. Changing the Health Reimbursement Account from $1,500 to $1,000 as the reimbursable amount
c. Adding $500 to the employee Health Savings Accounts for the first members enrolling in the program.
Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
Elementary Principal
• Academic Bowl Competition
• Speech Contest
• MAP Testing rewards
• MPP Classroom
• Carol Massie, 2009 School Nurse Award
HS Principal:
• MAP Testing rewards
• Math Field Day
• Skills USA winners
• Black River Electric Essay Contest
• Whitney Morgan KTJJ 98 winner and District Basketball Player
• Brad Baysinger – District Basketball Player
• ACT scores – Jarrett Kille - 34
• Master Scholar Awards program
• Graduation 8th and HS
Superintendent’s Report
. MSBA Regional meeting at Van Buren April 21st
• Stimulus funding
• Building Trades Open House April 23 and 24th

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Beth Buford to go into executive session at 7:05 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered into closed session at 7:05 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:19 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by Beth Buford to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

February 19, 2009

2009-03-02T10:05:00.006-06:00

Summary of the meeting

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Wade Prince, Phillip Roberts and David Brawley
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, Carolyn Bouma and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on Februayr 19, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for January 15, 2009
b. Approval of Payment of Bills
c. Approval of Financial Report
d. Approval of Evaluations: Health and Wellness Program

Discussion:
a. CSIP
b. Community Outreach Motivational Event
c. Baseball field net

Action Items:
a. Savings Account at Sun Bank: Motion was made to approve opening a savings account which would earn a higher interest rate than the NOW account authorizing internet transfers to and from the account by the bookkeeper or the superintendent. Motion carried.

b. Budget Revision: Motion was made to approve the 4th revision of the 2008-09 budget as presented. Motion carried.

c. MSBA Policy Updates: Motion was made to table the policy updates. Motion carried.

d. MSBA Service Agreement: Motion was made to approve the MSBA Policy Service Agreement as presented for one year. Motion carried.

Administrator’s Report
Elementary Principal
HS Principal

Superintendent’s Report
a. Reynolds County Educational Enrichment Fund
b. School Calendar Update

Executive Session
RSMo. 610.021 section 3; evaluation and action on employees
RSMo. 610.021 sections 6 & 7; student welfare
RSMo. 610.021 section 1; legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving a public governmental entity

Motion was made by David Brawley and seconded by Phillip Roberts to go into executive session at 6:34 p.m. Motion carried. The Board entered into closed session at 6:34 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:30 p.m.

Adjourn: Motion was made by Benji Harper and seconded by David Brawley to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

January 15, 2009 Meeting

2009-01-19T15:37:00.011-06:00

Summary of the Meeting

Members Present: Todd Brewer, Beth Buford, Benji Harper, Mildred Morrison, Wade Prince, Phillip Roberts and David Brawley
Members Absent: none
Administrators: Mike Redlich, Armand Spurgin, and Paula King
Board Secretary: Becky Foster

Call to Order: A quorum being present and due notice having been mailed and published, the regular meeting of the Southern Reynolds County R-II School District was called to order on January 15, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room by Todd Brewer, Board President.

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Visitors

Adoption of Agenda: Motion was made by Phillip Roberts and seconded by Wade Prince to adopt the amended agenda due to an item that arose on January 15, 2009. Motion carried

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes for December 18, 2008
b. Approval of Payment of Bills
c. Approval of Financial Report
d. Approval of Evaluations: none
Motion was made by Wade Prince and seconded by Benji Harper to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Discussion:
a. Employee grievances
1. Motion made by Phillip Roberts to ban David Brawley from school premises for the duration of the 2008-09 school year. If he complies he may make an appeal to this board at the next scheduled meeting and this board may consider reinstating certain privileges for Mr. Brawley. Motion failed due to a lack of a second.

2. Resolution on board member duties and responsibilities specifically David Brawley and to ban him from school properties with the exception of board activities if David Brawley does not comply with the request for him to not be on campus disrupting school activities No action taken.

Administrator’s Report
Elementary Principal
HS Principal

Superintendent’s Report
a. Revenues decreasing due to economy
b. Employee Medical Insurance
c. Grant possibilities
d. Technology wiring / electrical improvements
e. School Board Recognition