Kankakee Times

Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 Board of Education met April 28.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53, Kankakee County, Illinois was called to order by Board President Rob Rodewald at 7:00 PM at the Administrative Offices, 281 W John Casey Road, Bourbonnais, IL.

1.02 Pledge of Allegiance

1.03 Roll Call The following members were physically present at said location: Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald.

The following members were allowed by a majority of the members of the Board of Education in accordance with and to the extent allowed by rules adopted by the Board of Education to attend the meeting by video or audio conference: Kelly Dunnill, John Hall, Jamie Freedlund, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty. No member was not permitted to attend the meeting by video or audio conference.

Governor’s Executive Order 2020-07, issued on March 16, 2020, suspends the Open Meetings Act provisions relating to in-person attendance by members of a public body. Specifically, the Governor’s Order: (1) suspends the requirement in Section 2.01 that “members of a public body must be physically present;” and (2) suspends the limitations in Section 7 on when remote participation is allowed. This Executive Order is effective the duration of the Gubernatorial Disaster proclamation, which is 30 days from its issuance on March 9, 2020. ( extended through May 30th)

The following members were absent and did not participate in the meeting in any manner or to any extent whatsoever: None.

District Administrators Present: Dr. Margaret Longo, Interim Superintendent; Dennis Crawford, CSBO; Roger Hale, Director of Technology. Other Administrators Present via audio: Dr. James B. Duggan, Assistant Superintendent; Dr. Anitra Crockettt, Director of Student Support Services; Bret Pignatiello, Liberty Intermediate; Shirley Padera, Shepard Principal; Mary Ann Bicknell, Noel LeVasseur Principal; Tai Banks-Tillmon; Shabbona Principal; Shannon Swilley; Upper Grade Principal; Jenn Longtin, Upper Grade Associate Principal.

2. Recognition of Staff, Students and Community-There were no recognitions of staff, students or community.

3. Communications from/to:

3.01 Communications from/to BEA

Communications from Co-BEA Presidents: Lori Henry and Lauren Lundmark attended virtually. Lauren spoke about elearning. Teachers feel they are spending more time than during normal circumstances. Mrs. Lundmark shared some of the positive feedback received from parents.

Staff Virtual Attendance: Emily Bertrand, Marlo Rodgers, Lindsey Laskey, Joan Peterson, Julie Hanhart, Heather Crooks, Lisa Riegel, Jessica Wasnea, Katie Buck, Ann O’Gorman, Stacey Cousin, Alison Latham, Kathi Frazier, Deb Laskey, Kimberly Plese. Jill Penrod, Leslie Kutemeier, Becky Creek, Lisa Carlton, Nyree Bowen, Traci Kremer, Nikki Mosier, Barb Soucy, Patrick Arlis, Julie Langer, Hannah Eastman.

3.02 Communications from/to Visitors – There were no comments from visitors.

3.03 Communications from/to Board - Mr. Rodewald thanked some of the "hero's” of the District who have worked behind the scene to keep the District working.

3.04 Communications from/to Administration- Dr. Longo, Interim Superintendent spoke about an upcoming community on COVID-19 survey with Riverside. More information to follow.

3.05 Superintendent – FOIA Requests – There were no FOIA Requests reported by the Superintendent.

4.0 Routine Business/Consent Agenda

Dr. Margaret Longo, Interim Superintendent, recommended the Board approve the Routine Business/Consent Agenda as presented.

4.01 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting March 31, 2020 - 7:00 PM

4.02 Approval of Bills and Payroll

4.03 Approval of Treasurer's Report

4.04 Approval of Personnel

Employment - Certified Staff effective August 17, 2020

Host, Brittany, First Grade -Shabbona

Hughes, Katie; Fifth Grade - Liberty

Magallanes, Vanessa; Math Sixth Grade -Liberty

Petric, Savanna; Fourth Grade -Liberty

Prichard, Miranda; ESL/TBE - Liberty

Suryk, Ashley; First Grade - Noel LeVasseur

Woolworth, Lisa; PreK - Shepard

Extra Duty 19-20

Crooks, Heather, Yearbook at Liberty.5

Zastrow, Heather, Yearbook at Liberty.5

Renchen, Jenny; Yearbook at Shabbona

Resignation Certified Staff effective the end of the 2019-2020 school year

Hoskins, Joshua; LBSI, Upper Grade Center

Koschnitzky, Caitlin; 5th Grade, Liberty

Maciejewski, Kevin; LBSI Upper Grade Center

Regas, Kendra; Liberty Math 6th Grade Liberty

Employment - Support Staff effective August 17, 2020

Conner, LeeAnn; PT Teacher Assistant at LeVasseur

Miletech, Tina; PT Teacher Assistant at Shabbona

Smith, Jessica; Sign Language Interpreter

Assignment Change - Informational

Antons, Christina - BUGC -SEAL to Collaboration Specialist

Johnson, Sarah; LBSI-Destiny - LeVasseur

LaVoie, Keri; Associate Principal at Alan Shepard effective July 1, 2020

4.05 Establish Regular Meeting Date(s) and Place May 2020 - April 2021

Regular meetings of the Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 Board of Education will be held at 7:00 PM at the Bourbonnais Elementary Administrative Offices 281 W. John Casey Road (unless otherwise posted) on the following dates:

May 26, 2020

June 23, 2020

July 28, 2020

August 25, 2020 (Tentative Budget Adoption)

September 29, 2020 (Fifth Tuesday)(Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting)

October 27, 2020

November 24, 2020

December 15, 2020 (Third Tuesday) (Levy Hearing and Regular Meeting)

January 26, 2021

February 23, 2021

March 23, 2021

April 27, 2021

4.06 Appointment of Treasurer - Dennis Crawford, CSBO

4.07 Approval of 2020-2021 IESA Registration Liberty/Upper Grade Center

4.08 Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement - Illinois State Police

4.09 Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement - New Lenox School District 122 for 20-21 SY

4.10 Approve additional Part-Time PE Teacher - LeVasseur

4.11 Approval of Student Safety Assessment System Implementation Manual

4.12 Approval to Receive Grant Monies - Lynn Wilkie - IEWC

4.13 Approval to Dispose of Surplus Items

4.14 Approval of Comprehensive District Plan

4.15 Approval of Nextera Energy 3-Year Agreement

4.16 Approval of Skyward Renewal

4.17 Approval of Revision of School Fees

Kindergarten -3rd

Registration $65

Technology $30

Total $95

Grades 4th-8th

Registration $85

Technology $30

Total $115

4.18 Items Removed from Consent Agenda

There were no items removed from routine business/consent agenda.

by Rich McBarnes, second by Nicole McCarty to approve Routine Business/Consent items as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: None. Final Resolution: Motion Carries

5. Mission of Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 is to: Collaborate with staff, students, families, and community

5.01 Quarterly Financial Report - Dennis Crawford, CSBO

Dennis Crawford, CSBO reported on the 3rd quarter financial highlights. Mr. Crawford compared and explained revenues, expenditures, cash and health insurance funds actual versus budgeted amounts.

5.02 Approval of Insurance Renewal - (Property/casualty) - Dennis Crawford, CSBO

Dennis Crawford, CSBO presented the proposed property and casualty insurance premiums for 2020 and requested the Boards approval.

Motion by John Hall, second by Jamie Freedlund to approve Glatfelter (AIG) Insurance as the District Property/Casualty insurance provider at a cost of $133,100 and renew United Heartland Insurance for the workers compensation insurance provider at a cost of $225,103 as presented. Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: None. Final Resolution: Motion Carries

6. Mission of Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 is to: Provide a safe learning environment with innovation instructional practices

6.01 Approval of Liberty Change Order - Dennis Crawford, CSBO

Dennis Crawford, CSBO presented the justification for a change order for the Liberty Construction project. Mr. Crawford showed pictures of the damaged parking lot and the part of the building that needed cleaning. Discussion followed.

Motion by Rich McBarnes, second by Nicole McCarty to approve the south parking lot paving repair for $57,844 and building masonry cleaning for $6,197 as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: None. Final Resolution: Motion Carries

7. Mission of Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 is to: Inspire all students to reach their unique potential as globally conscious learners

7.01 Total School Cluster Grouping Model - Dr. James B. Duggan, Assistant Superintendent

Dr. Duggan, Assistant Superintendent explained the current Accelerated Placement Program and the benefits and challenges to that type of program. Dr. Duggan then explained the Total School Cluster Grouping and explained how it would benefit the students and staff. Discussion followed.

Motion by John Hall, second by Rob Rodewald to approve to pilot the whole school cluster grouping in third grade with possibility of expanding to grades 1-8 if successful. presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: None. Final Resolution: Motion Carries

7.02 Approval of K-8 Stem - Dr. James B. Duggan, Assistant Superintendent

Dr. Duggan requested the Board approval on completing the K-8 STEM program. Dr. Duggan explained where and how the District is currently teaching STEM and where there are some areas of need.

Motion by John Hall, second by Jamie Freedlund to approve to add the new BUGC elective and purchase the necessary materials for K-8 as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Nicole McCarty, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: None. Final Resolution: Motion Carries

8. Informational Items

8.01 Dates to Remember

May 26, 2020 Regular Board of Education Meeting 7:00 PM - Virtual

April 24th: Remote Learning Planning Day

April 29th: Packet Pick Up / Drop Off Day. 8 -11 am and 4 - 7 pm

May 8th: Teacher Planning Day (no student instruction)

May 19th - 21st: Final packet drop off days

May 22nd: Grading Day (No Instruction)

May 25th: Memorial Day Holiday

May 26-28th: Final three remote learning days for students.

May 29th: Final day for teachers

9. Non-Agenda Business by Board or Administration

9.01 Non-Agenda Business by Board or Administration - There was no non-agenda business by Board or Administration.

10. Adjournment

10.01 Adjourn Motion by John Hall, second by Kelly Dunnill to adjourn 8:18 PM. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion Carries

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