Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 Board of Education met Sept. 29.
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 7:01 PM at Administrative Office, 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: Kelly Dunnill, John Hall, Jamie Freedlund, Rich McBarnes, 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: None. No member was not permitted to attend the meeting by video or audio conference.
Public Act 101-0640, allows a public body to hold “an open or closed meeting by audio or video conference without the physical presence of a quorum of the members” during a public health disaster.
The following members were absent and did not participate in the meeting in any manner or to any extent whatsoever: Nicole McCarty.
District Administrators Present: Dr. Adam Ehrman, Superintendent; Dr. James B. Duggan, Assistant Superintendent; Dr. Anitra Crockettt, Director of Student Support Services; Dennis Crawford, CSBO; Shannon Swilley, Principal; Bret Pignatiello, Principal; Mary Ann Bicknell, Principal; Shirley Padera, Principal; Jacqueline Tingley, Principal; Roger Hale, Director of Technology.
2.0 Recognition of Staff, Students and Community
2.01 Recognition of Board Members
Board Member
Recognition Program
Level
Award
John Hall
Master Board Member
Level II
Notepad
Rich McBarnes
Master Board Member
Master Board Member
Maintained
Certificate
Jayne Raef
Master Board Member
Master Board Member
Maintained
Certificate
Rob Rodewald
Master Board Member
Master Board Member
Maintained
Certificate
2.02 Recognition of Staff - Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 would like to recognize the following recognition milestones for the 2020-21 school year:
40 Years
Susan Palmateer
35 Years
Lynn Metz
30 Years
Fredda Rodewald
Cheryl Haynes
25 Years
Mary Archer
Ray Palmateer
20 Years
Jennifer Longtin
Steve Weidner
Kellie Coughenour
Dennis Crawford
Lana Denault
Ruth Washack
Pam Nottke
15 Years
Judy Crombar
Stephanie Alvis
Dawn Meyer
Devon Hejduk
Amber Skeate
10 Years
Cathy Langlois
Elizabeth McDowell
Nicole Mosier
2.03 Recognition of Staff - Gwen Benson and Pam Perkins
Bourbonnais Elementary School District 53 would like to recognize Gwen Benson and Pam Perkins for the work they have done on the landscaping at Alan Shepard School. They have worked during the school year and over the summer to make sure our courtyard and the area outside of the entrance where our car riders enter looks beautiful. This has entailed hours of work and upkeep. It is greatly appreciated by the Shepard School community.
2.04 Recognition of Staff - Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center PE Department - IAHPERD
The Upper Grade Center is thrilled to take this opportunity to recognize our Physical Education Department. In May of 2020 the BUGC PE department was awarded the prestigious Blue Ribbon Award. This award signifies excellence in an academic program or school. Mr Arlis, who has taught at BUGC for 7 years, Mr. Dersien who has taught at BUGC for 6 years and Ms. Gamble who is a 9 year veteran, have been dedicated and are vital components of the entire BUGC experience. We are so proud of the program they have built as well as the passion and professionalism they bring to the craft of teaching. On behalf of the BUGC Administrative team and our Superintendents we praise you and thank you!!
2.05 Recognition of Students - None
2.06 Recognition of Community - Mr. Brett Wilkie, GP Transco
Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 recognizes GP Transco, a major trucking company based out of Joliet. GP Transco donated 200 reusable water bottles to Liberty Intermediate School. Mr. Brett Wilkie, VP of Maintenance at GP Transco and husband to 5th grade teacher Mrs. Wilkie, helped organize this donation after hearing how his wife wanted to buy water bottles for students in her classroom that did not have one. Now 200 students will have a brand new water bottle to enjoy!
Thank you again GP!
3. Communications from/to:
3.01 Communications from/to BEA
Communications from Co-BEA Presidents: Lori Henry and Lauren Lundmark
Mrs. Lundmark shared teacher experiences for the year; challenges, how teachers are adjusting, and success stories.
3.02 Communications from/to Visitors – There were no communications from/to visitors.
3.03 Communications from/to Administration-
Mr. Pignatiello spoke on behalf of the administrators. He thanked the administrators and teachers for finding ways to meet the needs of the children. Everyone is working together to do their best.
3.04 Communications from/to Board
3.05 Superintendent – Bike Path Grant & FOIA Requests
●District Letter of Support Village’s ITEP Bike Path Grant
●Don Adams, Municipal & Scholastic Placements - Package Insurance Policy Information. Completed
●Kelly Duda - seeking financial data from website. Completed
4.0 Routine Business/Consent Agenda
Dr. Adam Ehrman, Superintendent, recommended the Board approve the Routine Business/Consent Agenda as presented.
4.01 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting August 25, 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 Extra Duty 20-21 SY
Mosier, Alissa; 7th Grade Math Team
Keigher, Michael; Speech Team - BUGC
Lundmark, Lauren; 8th Grade Math Team
Knight, Luke; Scholastic Bowl
Papanicholas, Kelly; Scholastic Bowl
Goodman, Jennifer; PT Interventionist at Shabbona
Resignation - Certified Staff
Hoffman, Shaina; Music at LeVasseur/Shabbona effective January 15, 2021
Employment - Support Staff
Mabry, Sandra; FT Teacher Assistant at LeVasseur effective September 2, 2020
Denault, Sarah L; Sub Bus Aide effective August 17, 2020
Gill, Morgan; SW Intern a BUGC, effective August 17, 2020
Cooper, Karen; FT TA at LeVasseur effective September 28, 2020
McIntyre, Nicole; PT TA at Shepard effective September 21, 2020
Shaul, Bradley; PT Sub Bus Driver effective September 28, 2020
Resignation - Support
Heflin, Meghan; FT Teacher Assistant at Upper Grade Center effective September 9, 2020
Leppert, Lisa; Assistant to the Business Manager/Superintendent Secretary/Board Secretary
Blankenbuehler, Lisa; TA at LeVasseur, effective August 26, 2020
Informational
Lambert, Connie; SW Liberty
Weidner, Steve; Custodian moving from Shepard to Shabbona due to retirement effective October 19, 2020
4.05 Approval of Review and Revisions to Policies, Administrative Procedures and Exhibits - Second Reading
4.06 Approval of Contract - BoardDocs
4.07 Approval of Soliant Client Services Agreement- Special Education Consultant thereby voiding Therapy Travelers
4.08 Approval of 2020-2021 Illinois Association of School Administrators Membership
4.09 Approval of Contractual Services - Behavioral Perspective, Inc (Dr. Winnega)
4.10 Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement- BBCHS-BESD 53 Transportation Agreement
4.11 Approval of School Emergency and Crisis Response Plans
4.12 Approval of National School Boards Association National Connection Fees
4.13 Approval of Clinical Education Affiliation Agreement - St. Ambrose University
4.14 Items Removed from Business/Consent Agenda
There were no items removed from routine business/consent agenda.
Motion by Rich McBarnes, second by Jamie Freedlund to approve Routine Business as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: Nicole McCarty. Final Resolution. Motion carries.
5. Mission of Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 is to: Collaborate with staff, students, families, and community
5.01 Accept Audit Report 2019-20 - Dennis Crawford, CSBO
Motion by Kelly Dunnill, second by John Hall to approve the 2019-20 Audit as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: Nicole McCarty. Final Resolution. Motion carries.
5.02 2020-21 Budget Adoption - Dennis Crawford, CSBO
Motion by Rich McBarnes, second by Rob Rodewald to adopt the 2020-21 Budget as presented. The following voice votes were heard: Ayes: Kelly Dunnill, Jamie Freedlund, John Hall, Rich McBarnes, Jayne Raef, Rob Rodewald. Nays: None. Absent: Nicole McCarty. 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 Update of the HVAC Project at Noel Levasseur Elementary School - Dennis Crawford, CSBO
7. Mission of Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 is to: Inspire all students to reach their unique potential as globally conscious learners.
7.01 Discussion Regarding Loss of In-person Instructional Time for Our Students- Dr. Ehrman, Superintendent
8.01 Dates to Remember
October 7, 2020 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12, 2020 - No School - Columbus Day
October 27, 2020 - Regular Board Meeting-Administrative Offices 7:00 PM
9. Non-Agenda Business by Board or Administration
9.01 Non-Agenda Business by Board or Administration
10. Adjournment
10.01 Adjourn Motion by John Hall, second by Rich McBarnes to adjourn 8:51 PM. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion Carries
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