Herscher Community Unit School District #2 Board of Education Met Dec. 14.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
A motion at 6:00 p.m. to enter into closed session for the purpose of considering information regarding: personnel was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion at 6:47 p.m. to come out of closed session was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
The regular meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Board President S. Sullivan. Roll Call: P. Daly, J. Hastings, J. Powers, J. Reick, L. Rewerts, D. Ruder, S. Sullivan, Supt. Decman, District Network Specialist B. Seeman.
This meeting was live-streamed.
Pledge of Allegiance
Consent Agenda
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the items listed on the Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of Minutes from previous meeting(s)
Nov. 9, 2020 @ 6:30 p.m. – Regular/Closed Session
Nov. 9, 2020 @ 7:00 p.m. – Regular/Open Session
B. Treasurer’s Report / Balance Sheet – Investment Summary
C. Bills, Salaries and Investments totaling $31,797,915.56.
This figure includes $228,993.57 in regular bills (including an addendum), $1,356,458.37 in payroll/benefits and $24,489,935.72 in investments. Addendum = $ 543.35
D. Approval of Resolution re: Closed Session Recordings/ Minutes older than 18 mos. E. Approval of Leave Request
P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
Public Comment Period
None.
Superintendent’s Report
A. Donations/Grants/Acknowledgements – 1 donation
B. Good News!
C. Report regarding KACC – J. Reick
D. FOIA Report – 0
E. Overnight Trips Update – 0 so far
F. IASB (Virtual) Conference Discussion
G. Procurement Committee Update – D. Ruder
H. Snow Removal Quote
I. Maintenance Report
J. Other
New Business
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Powers to approve the Certified Resignation of David Scholl (HHS English/Creative Writing Club Sponsor), effective December 18, 2020, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Resignation of Tisha Graf (BGS Parapro) effective December 21, 2020, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Resignation of Rachel Sumner (HHS Parapro) effective December 18, 2020, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Resignation of Amy Grady (HIS Parapro) effective immediately (November 29, 2020) as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Resignation of Tricia Grigas (HHS Food Service Cashier and HIS Crossing Guard), effective immediately (December 7, 2020; November 28, 2020 respectively) as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Resignation of Jaimie Adams (HHS Food Service Cashier) effective immediately (December 7, 2020) as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by J. Reick and was seconded by P. Daly to approve the Non-Certified Hire of Jennifer Overacker (HHS Parapro) PENDING in-person learning, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Hire of Heather Parks (HIS Parapro) PENDING in-person learning and licensure issued from ISBE, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Hire of Jennifer Nolan (BGS Parapro) PENDING in-person learning, PARA test results and licensure issued from ISBE, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Non-Certified Hire of Vincent Rink (IT/Maint. Dept. for Winter Break), as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Hastings to approve the 2020 School District Tax Levy and Report, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
A motion was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick to approve the Resolution supporting Climate Jobs Illinois, as recommended. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
There was a First Reading of Board Policy Manual additions/revisions presented via IASB Press Plus Issue 106.
A motion regarding administratively transferring a student was TABLED.
There was a First Reading of the HHS Curriculum Guide for 2020-2021 school year.
Other: None.
Old Business
Other: None.
QUESTIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY
None.
A motion at 7:23 p.m. to adjourn was made by D. Ruder and was seconded by J. Reick. P. Daly, aye; J. Hastings, aye; J. Powers, aye; J. Reick, aye; L. Rewerts, aye; D. Ruder, aye; S. Sullivan, aye.
Ayes 7 Nays 0
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