Plano Community Unit School District 88 Board of Education met July 17.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
I Call to Order
President Campbell called the regular meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Present for roll call were Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt, Martinez, Waldrop and Ward. Member Velazquez was absent. Others present were administrators Seput and Superintendent Garcia and Board Secretary Benoit. Office staff present: Appel and Green.
II Pledge to the Flag
III Approval of Agenda
Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve the agenda as printed, with a revised personnel report.
Voting aye: Ward, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
IV Recognition & Celebrations
Dr. Garcia was pleased to say that summer school was very successful. A complete report will be provided at the August Board meeting. Board Secretary Benoit commented that the community summer meals program was running well with over 100 children being fed each day.
V Opportunity for Visitors to Speak
The following visitors were present: Vicki Kern, Nancy Martin and Scott Smith. Media representative Lyle Rolfe (Record) was present. No one wished to address the Board.
VI Consent Agenda
Martinez moved, and Ward seconded the motion, to approve the consent agenda as follows:
A. Minutes
▪ Regular Meeting & Executive Session – June 19, 2017
B. Plano School District No. 88 Financial Statements, Bills & Payroll
Motion to approve the June 2017 Bills, Payroll and Financial Statements for Plano Community Unit School District No. 88.
C. Plano Area Special Education Cooperative (PASEC) Financial Statements
Motion to approve the June 2017 Bills, Payroll and Financial Statements for the Plano Area Special Education Cooperative.
D. Mission/Vision Statements & Strategic Plan
Mission Statement
The Mission of Plano School District is to empower and inspire our diverse student body to achieve academic excellence, experience personal growth, and make positive contributions to society.
VI Consent Agenda (cont.)
D. Mission/Vision Statements & Strategic Plan (cont.)
Vision Statement
Students - Our Students will think critically, persevere, and contribute productively to society.
Families & Community - Our Families and Community members are partners in the educational process and will support the fundamental Mission of the District.
Educators - Our Educators have unwavering high expectations, believe in students, demonstrate a growth mindset, and foster a collaborative environment.
Motion to approve the Mission/Vision Statements & Strategic Plan for the 2017-18 school year.
E. PMA Reports
PMA monthly Report #592 (6/1/17-6/30/17).
F. Executive Session Tape Destruction
Approve the destruction of audiotapes of executive session minutes during November 2015.
Voting aye: Martinez, Ward, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt and Ward.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
VII Superintendent’s Report
Executive Session:
Ward moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to go into executive session at 6:04 p.m. to discuss collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees; and
Voting aye: Ward, Martinez, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Ward moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to come out of executive session at 6:40 p.m.
Voting aye: Ward, Martinez, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
For Action:
Report No. 18-01 Approve Negotiations Agreement Between the Board of Education of Plano Community Unit School District No. 88 and the Education Association of Plano
Dr. Garcia presented a three year contract for the certified staff of the Plano School District. The contract ensures a 2.5% increase every year; professional development and longevity will determine the final percentage. An emphasis was placed on remaining regionally competitive in order to attract and retain outstanding educators while ensuring that it fits within the projected expenses. The contract includes a continued commitment on student engagement during the school day and extra curricular activities.
Report No. 18-01 Approve Negotiations Agreement (cont.)
Education Association Co-President Scott Smith said he and the team appreciated the open lines of communication and collaborative culture throughout the negotiation process. President Campbell agreed and said that the Board appreciates the relationship with the staff and that everyone keeps the students foremost in decision-making. He said that the relationship between the Board, superintendent, certified and support staff is refreshing.
Martinez moved, and Waldrop seconded the motion, to approve the 2017-2020 Negotiations Agreement Between the Board of Education of Plano Community Unit District No. 88 and the Education Association of Plano.
Voting aye: Martinez, Waldrop, Klatt and Ward.
Voting present: Campbell and Jernigan.
Motion carried: 4 ayes, 2 present, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Report No. 18-02 Let Copy Paper Bids
Jernigan moved, and Ward seconded the motion, to let bids for copier paper with the bid opening to be set for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 10, 2017 in the Administration Office located at 800 S. Hale Street, Plano, Illinois.
Voting aye: Jernigan, Ward, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Report No. 18-03 Set High School Graduation Date
Jernigan moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to set the 2018 Plano High School graduation date as Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.
Voting aye: Jernigan, Martinez, Campbell, Klatt, Waldrop and Ward.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Report No. 18-04 First Reading-Policies for Procurement/Code of Conduct
Martinez moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve, for a first reading, Policies 4.60-AP4, Policy 2.100 & Policy 5.120.
Voting aye: Martinez, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Waldrop and Ward.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Report No. 18-05 Personnel Report
Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve the personnel report as follows:
1. Resignations (effective end of the 2016-17 school year, unless noted otherwise):
▪ Marta Espinal – Preschool Bilingual Instructional Aide, P.H. Miller School
▪ Gina Turney – Assistant Cook, Emily G. Johns School
2. Contracts (effective 2017-18 school year, unless noted otherwise):
▪ John Alesch – Computer Teacher, Plano Middle School, MA+18/Step 1
▪ Lindsay Currigan – Second Grade Teacher, Centennial School, BA+0/Step 1
▪ Kenneth Keiner – Elementary Physical Education Teacher, Emily G. Johns School, BA+9/Step 1
3. Transfer (effective 2017-18 school year, unless otherwise noted):
▪ Tammi Davis – from 7 hour/day to 7.5 hour/day clerical aide at P.H. Miller School (for preschool program)
4. FY18 Middle School Extra- and Co-Curricular Assignments:
Name; Activity; Stipend:
Ryan McNamara; 7th Grade Boys Basketball; TBD
Ryan McNamara; Asst. Boys Track; TBD
5. PASEC Personnel Report:
▪ Lindsay Wintermute – Early Childhood Teacher, $42,515
Voting aye: Ward, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
For Information:
Report No. 18-06 PASEC Update
PASEC Director Amy Lee reviewed tuition agreements and FY17 and FY18 costs between PASEC, Yorkville and Oswego. She reviewed details of the proposed intergovernmental agreements, which were a collaborative effort between all parties. The agreements will be presented for final approval at the August meeting.
Report No. 18-07 Middle School Roof/Windows Update
Bryan Appel said that the project is on schedule, although the windows were delayed a week. He said he would like to send a letter to the neighbors thanking them for their patience during the construction process.
VIII Board Comments/FOIA
Dr. Garcia recommended that the Board set a special meeting before the next regular meeting, so new staff members may be hired prior to the New Teacher Orientation. Board members agreed upon Monday, August 7, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at Plano High School.
X Future Board of Education Agenda
▪ PASEC Budget
▪ District 88 Tentative Budget
X Executive Session
Martinez moved, and Ward seconded the motion, to go into executive session at 7:13 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057); and
Voting aye: Martinez, Ward, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
Martinez moved, and Ward seconded the motion, to come out of executive session at 8:03 p.m.
Voting aye: Martinez, Ward, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
XI Action from Executive Session
Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve the following addition to the personnel report:
1. Middle School Assistant Principal Contract:
▪ Timothy Swade, Assistant Principal, Plano Middle School, 11 month contract, $65,000
Voting aye: Ward, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
XII Adjournment
Jernigan moved, and Klatt seconded the motion, to adjourn the meeting at 8:16 p.m.
Voting aye: Jernigan, Klatt, Campbell, Martinez, Waldrop and Ward.
Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.
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