REGULAR MEETING
KNOXVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION
January 24, 2011
The Board of Education of the Knoxville Community School District met in regular session on Monday, January 24, 2011, at 5:30 p.m. at the administration office, 309 West Main, Knoxville, Iowa. President Wallace called the meeting to order with Board Members McDonald, Miller, Mahoney, and Vickroy.
President Wallace asked if there were any additions or corrections to the agenda. One item was added to approve the minutes of the January 18, 2011, special meeting. McDonald made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Miller seconded the motion. Roll Call: AYES – McDonald, Miller, Mahoney, Vickroy, Wallace. NAYS –None.
President Wallace asked if there were any citizens present who wished to address the Board. There were none.
Consent Action Items:
The consent action items considered by the Board were as follows:
Mahoney made a motion to approve the consent action items as recommended. Vickroy seconded the motion. Roll Call: AYES – Mahoney, Vickroy, McDonald, Miller, Wallace. NAYS - None.
Discussion Action Items
1. Stadium Renovation Progress Report - SOS
Pennie Sommar and Connie Husted presented an update on renovations to Ken Locke Stadium. Additional plans for improvements include, tuck pointing the east bleachers, adding seating on the south end of the west bleachers, and repairing the wall under the concession stand.
2. Report – 21st Century Skills Committee
Kevin Wadle, representing the committee, described the process the committee followed to develop recommendations that were submitted to the board. Miller made a motion to accept the report submitted by the 21st Century Skills Committee and commend all volunteers for the time they spent on this committee. Mahoney seconded the motion. Roll Call: AYES-Miller, Mahoney, McDonald, Vickroy, Wallace. NAYS-None.
3. Course Offerings for Elementary Teachers – Suzy Morgan
Suzy Morgan presented information about a class available to elementary teachers and principals, “Fostering Literacy Independence - The Daily Five”. Nearly 30 teachers have enrolled in the class, which starts January 26.
4. KEA Initial Proposal – 2011-2012 Master Contract
The KEA presented its initial proposal for amendments to the Master Contract. The KEA proposed a total package increase of 5%, an increase of approximately $455,000. The district will receive approximately $114,000 in “allowable growth” for FY 2012. The proposal included an addition to the Master Contract that would give teachers the option of receiving their pay once a month (as current) or in two monthly installments.
5. Approve 504 Plan – Brian McNeill
Miller made a motion to approve the district’s Section 504 plan. Vickroy seconded the motion. Roll Call: AYES-Miller, Vickroy, McDonald, Mahoney, Wallace. NAYS-None.
6. Renew Agreement for 403(b) Plan Administration
Mahoney made a motion to approve the renewal of the agreement with the State of Iowa for the purpose of providing the State’s 403(b) plan to eligible employees. McDonald seconded the motion. Roll Call: AYES-Mahoney, McDonald, Miller, Vickroy, Wallace. NAYS-None
7. Review Proposed Calendar – 2011-2012
Dr. Flack summarized the calendar proposed for 2011-12. Classes would start August 22, 2011; the final day of classes (barring weather cancellations) would be May 29, 2012. Professional development days would be scheduled later. The schedule for professional development may depend on a proposal to provide laptop computers for students and teachers.
8. Discussion Concerning 1-TO-1 Laptop Program
Board members discussed the lap top program. While funding will have a major impact on determining what grade levels the program would start in, board members expressed support for the program.
9. Legislative Issues
Dr. Flack share information about a variety of legislative issues. Governor Branstad stated that he would encourage legislators to approve no allowable growth for the next two years.
Information Items
None
McDonald made a motion to adjourn. Vickroy seconded the motion. The motion carried and the time was 6:50 p.m.