Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School District 307 Board of Education met March 12.

By Lhalie Castillo

May 8, 2018

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

Meeting was Called to Order at 6:00 p.m. by Board President Hollice Clark.

Present at Roll Call: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark and Student Representative, Joi Strickland.

Individuals present at Roll Call other than Board of Education members: Superintendent Wakeley, Brian Wright, Jennifer Parris, Michael Spiwak, Dirk Campbell, Chris Hammond, Al Strickland and Eliria Strickland.

Absent at Roll Call: Cooke, Downey.

Pledge of Allegiance

Public Comments – None.

Mr. Mann motioned to approve the amended Consent Agenda, which includes:

Minutes from Regular Board Meeting February 12, 2018

Minutes from Closed Meeting February 12, 2018

Bills

Financial Report

Hires:

Brad Thomas, Girls Soccer Coach, Volunteer

Marty Ruberry, Assistant Girls Soccer Coach, Category D, BA

Kevin Downey, Physical Education Teacher, BA, Step 4

Bryce Leatherman, Science Lab Prep Technician

Troy Evans, Maintenance Technician

Valerie Kuntz, Educational Technology Assistant

Resignations:

Peter Fagan, Science Teacher

Robert Schalberg, Math Teacher

Kimberly Manthei, English Techer

Scot Boudreau, Red Surge Sponsor

Barbara Schroeder, Science Teacher

Kyle Boudreau, Red Surge Sponsor

Frank Alexander, Safety Monitor

Martha McBurney, Lab Assistant

Mrs. Brezinski seconded the motion

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

Presentations and/or recognitions – None.

Committee Reports –

Joi Strickland provided the Student report. BBCHS hosted the Solo and Ensemble contest on March 3rd where they earned the highest ranking in 7 events. Girls Basketball took 3rd in Regionals for the 3rd year in a row. Five buses filled with band students will travel to New York where they will have an opportunity to perform and experience the culture of the city. An Art competition is scheduled March 21st. The student’s artwork will be on display in the library on April 5th.

Mr. Hammond reported the Operations Committee met to discuss the FY19 Capital Projects, Personnel and Vision 307.

Dr. Wright reported the Curriculum Committee met. Several departments are writing curriculum with a few departments reading through to see what works and what changes are needed in the curriculum. Registration for the 2018-19 school year is going well. The EOS (Equal Opportunity Schools) process focused on increasing enrollment in AP courses is up to 200 from 70 students last year. Strict guidelines for withdrawal from AP courses was discussed. SAT testing will be held in April.

Dr. Wright stated the Community/Employee Relations committee met to discuss Friends of Education. The award will be given in April.

Dr. Wakeley stated the KARVES committee will meet later this week.

The following committees did not meet: Principal, Executive, KARVES and IASB committees.

Correspondence and/or Superintendent’s Comments – Dr. Wakeley presented Yonder a no phone zone concept which would allow students time daily to escape social media and focus their attention on school work and building relationships.

Unfinished Business – Mr. Hammond presented Heritage as the low bidder for the FY19 pool project. He is comfortable with the timeline and quality of this vendor.

Dr. Caldwell motioned to approve the bid for the FY19 pool project as presented

Mr. Mann seconded the motion.

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

Dr. Wakeley presented the findings from the Strategic Planning Committee. The planning process for implementation will begin immediately. Roll out will start at the beginning of the 2018-19 school year.

Mr. Mann motioned to approve the Strategic Plan for District 307 as presented.

Dr. Caldwell seconded the motion.

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

New Business: - Mr. Hammond presented the cost for the FY19 Chromebook purchase. This is the first time BBCHS is purchasing the Chromebooks for 1 class size.

Mr. O’Gorman motioned to approve the Chromebook purchase as presented.

Mrs. Brezinski seconded the motion.

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

Mr. Mann motioned to approve renewal of the Illinois High School Association Membership for the 2018-19 school year.

Dr. Caldwell seconded the motion.

Voice Vote:

Carried: 5

Defeated: 0

Dr. Wright presented the list 1st, 2nd and 3rd year non-tenure certified personnel and continuing part-time personnel for rehire for the 2018-19 school year.

Mr. O’Gorman motioned to rehire 1st year, 2nd year, 3rd year and continuing part-time personnel for the 2018-19 school year.

Mr. Mann seconded the motion.

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

Dr. Wright presented the list of Non-Certified Personnel to rehire and grant tenure.

Mr. Mann motioned to rehire and grant tenure to Non-Certified Personnel.

Mr. O’Gorman seconded the motion.

Yeas: Brezinski, Caldwell, Mann, O’Gorman, Clark.

Nays: None.

Other Business: - The dual credit process between Kankakee Community College and BBCHS has been finalized.

Coach Micky Spiwak announced BBCHS’ Wresting State Champion Austin Spade.

Dr. Caldwell motioned to go into Closed Session at 7:28 p.m.