Plano Community Unit School District 88 Board met February 25

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella

Apr 2, 2019

Plano Community Unit School District 88 Board met Feb. 25.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

I CALL TO ORDER

President Campbell called the regular meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Present for roll call were Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt, Waldrop and Ward. Member Martinez arrived at 6:26 p.m. and Member Velazquez was absent. Others present were administrators Mateyka, Heller, Solecki, Adelmann, Denny, Alvarez, Thurwanger, Lee and Superintendent Baker and Board Secretary Benoit. Office staff present: Appel.

II PLEDGE TO THE FLAG

III APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Waldrop moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve the agenda printed, with a revised personnel report.

Voting aye: Waldrop, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt and Ward.

Motion carried: 5 ayes 0 nays, 2 absent.

IV RECOGNITIONS & CELEBRATIONS

Superintendent Tony Baker welcomed everyone to the Board meeting at P.H. Miller School. High School students from the cast of "Legally Blonde-The Musical" performed for Board members and guests. They did a fantastic job and showed everyone why they should buy tickets for the performances to be held the weekend of April 5-7th.

Two first grade students from P.H. Miller School were recently recognized at the Board of Education meeting held at their building. Penelope Adams and Kellen Catt were honored because they were chosen to attend the upcoming Illinois Principals Association student breakfast. Each student exhibits leadership skills and has excellent academic scores, along with being a good citizen at P.H. Miller School. Mrs. Mateyka read short bios about both of their students. Both received “Super Student” medallions from Superintendent Tony Baker.

Mrs. Mateyka introduced the following teachers who discussed Guided Reading Learning Labs and how the process is proving so successful in their building: Jamie Burscheid, Missy Crisci, Kari Gerakaris, Alicia Hansen and Amy Paprocki-Gonzeles.

V OPPORTUNITY FOR VISITORS TO SPEAK

The following visitors were present: Mr. & Mrs. Andrade, Mrs. Catt, Mrs Adams, Anne Arends, Tom Dean. Ben Sperry and Bill Newkirk. Media representative Lyle Rolfe (Record) was present. Bill Newkirk addressed the Board and told them he would be submitting an audit request for proposal. No one else wished to address the Board.

VI CONSENT AGENDA

Tim Campbell said that, in regard to the regular meeting minutes of February 4, 2019, he would like Section IV, Consent Agenda, to reflect a “present vote” on his behalf, instead of an “aye” vote. This was duly noted and the minutes of February 4th will reflect this change.

Jernigan moved, and Klatt seconded the motion, to approve the consent agenda as follows:

A. Minutes

§ Regular Meeting – February 4, 2019

B. Plano School District No. 88 Financial Statements, Bills & Payroll

Motion to approve the January 2019 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 January 2019 Bills, Payroll and Financial Statements for the Plano Area Special Education Cooperative.

D. PMA Reports

PMA monthly Report #592 (1/1/19-1/31/19.

E. Support Staff Seniority List

Motion to approve 2018-19 seniority lists for support staff for Plano Community Unit School District No. 88.

F. Policy Review-Second Reading & Adoption of Policies

Motion to approve the following policies for a second reading and adoption: 2.20-E, 2.70, 2.80, 2.80-E, 2.120, 2.150, 2.250-E2, 2.60, 3.40, 3.40-E, 3.60-E, 4.15, 4.130, 4.170, 4.170- AP1, 4.170-AP2, 5.10, 5.10-AP, 5.20, 5.30, 5.30-AP2, 5.60, 5.100, 5.190, 5.220, 5.220-AP, 5.230, 5.300, 6.20, 6.50, 6.60, 6.60-AP, 6.120-AP1,E1, 6.310, 7.70, 7.100, 7.150-AP, 7.190, 7.190-AP7, 7.190-E2, 7.190-E3, 7.200, 7.250, 7.260, 7.270, 7.270-AP1, 7.270-AP2, 7.270- E1, 7.270-E2, 7.285-AP, 7.290, 7.270-AP, 7.305, 7.305-AP.

G. Sociology & Psychology Resources-Second Reading & Adoption

Motion to approve the sociology and psychology resource adoption as presented for a second reading and adoption.

H. Resolutions/Proclamations

Motion to approve the Art, Music and Theatre proclamations.

I. Fundraising Applications

§ Plano Middle School Leadership Club – Pizzo Native Plant Nursery (native plants)

J. Administrator Board Reports

K. Executive Session T ape Destruction

Approve the destruction of audiotapes of executive session minutes during June 2017.

Voting aye: Jernigan, Klatt, Campbell and Martinez. Voting present: Waldrop.

Motion carried: 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present, 2 absent.

VII SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT For Information

Board of Education Meeting Held 2/25/19 – page 2 of 7

Report No. 19-65 Vaping Presentation

Lieutenant Norm Allison from the Plano Police Department was present and spoke about vaping, unfortunately a growing trend throughout our country and schools. Plano High School will be hosting a parent presentation on vaping on April 29th, which will include a “mock bedroom” for parents to walk through and look for signs of abuse.

Report No. 19-66 Solar Energy Presentation

Brian Ondyak, from Performance Services, spoke with the Board about the potential benefits of solar power at Plano High School. The panels would be placed on the four acres of farmland west of the high school. The power would be solely for the high school and the number of panels being proposed would offset 100% of the high school consumption. There would be no noise or moving parts and it would be contained in a fenced area. They will also offer renewable energy curriculum for middle and high school STEM classes. Superintendent Baker said he has spoken to the young farmers and they have indicated they would still be interested in farming the remainder of the land if the solar panels are installed.

Report No. 19-67 Middle School Athletic Director Report

Middle School Dean of Students Dan Solecki reviewed the participation numbers for intramural soccer programs at the building. He said these numbers definitely indicate an interest from the students to offer an interscholastic program. Tom Dean said the high school soccer coaches feel a middle school program would benefit the high school program immensely. Mr. Solecki said they see a middle school soccer program as a way to connect more students to school and the students who play fall soccer rarely overlap with the students who are involved in the Plano Youth Tackle Football Program. President Campbell said he appreciated Mr. Solecki’s comments and work on the soccer proposal and for providing more direction for the students/athletes.

Mr. Solecki then reviewed the proposal for year-long intramurals at the Middle School. It would give students exposure to various sports covered by the intramural schedule, aid in player development and bridge the gap between “cut” players’ skills and those who make school-sponsored teams. Superintendent Baker and Board members all felt both programs would be a great opportunity for students.

Report No. 19-68 Focus Group Update: Roadmap

Dr. Thurwanger, Brennan Denny and Matt Swanson, members of the Roadmap Committee shared information about professional development, Curriculum Trak and the Post-Secondary Workforce Readiness (PWR) Act. They discussed ways the district will address the PWR Act and the programs that will be implemented in grades 8-12 so students may gain experience and exposure in order to explore their career interests. This is designed to help students prepare for college and select courses and programs, and explore financial aid opportunities, designed to meet their goals

For Action

Report No. 19-69 Approve School Work Plans

Dr. Thurwanger explained the School Improvement Grants (SIG) and the funds that were received for the 2018-19 school year. Emily Johns will receive $15,000 for EL students. The Middle School will receive $50,291 for the following subgroups: EL, IEP, low-income, and Hispanic and Latino students.

Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to approve the School Work Plans for Emily G. Johns and Plano Middle School as presented.

Voting aye: W ard, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Report No. 19-70 Award Bids for Centennial/P.H. Miller Projects

Director of Operations Bryan Appel reviewed the bids that were received for the Centennial and P.H. Miller School projects. These include streamlined and safer vehicle and bus access for the drop- off and pick-up process, relocated crosswalk for student safety, parking lot lighting for staff and student safety, relocation and replacement of the playground areas, including poured-in-place rubber surface and Centennial School. The project also includes the Pre-K playground at P.H. Miller School. All of these projects would be completed during the summer of 2019.

Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to accept the bid from Abbey Paving for the Centennial Pick-Up/Drop-Off Project, including all alternates, for a total of $745,000.

Voting aye: W ard, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to to accept the bid from Hacienda Landscape for the Centennial School playground installation, including alternate #1, for a total of $52,000.

Voting aye: W ard, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Ward moved, and Klatt seconded the motion, to accept the bid from Hacienda Landscape for the Centennial playground surface materials and installation, including alternate #1, for a total of $161,900.

Report No. 19-70 Award Bids for Centennial/P.H. Miller Projects (cont.)

Voting aye: W ard, Klatt, Campbell, Jernigan, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Ward moved, and Klatt seconded the motion, to purchase playground equipment for Centennial School from Kompan using the US Communities purchasing program for $68,275.20.

Voting aye: W ard, Klatt, Campbell, Jernigan, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Ward moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to purchase playground equipment for P.H. Miller School from Kompan using the US Communities purchasing program for $59,649.00.

Voting aye: W ard, Jernigan, Campbell, Klatt, Martinez and Waldrop.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Report No. 19-71 Approve District Technology Coordinator Job Description

Superintendent Baker explained that this position was previously hired and paid through the Plano Area Special Education Cooperative, but administration feels it would be best to move this back to the Plano School District payroll. He thanked the district Technology Team for their hard work over the past few months, because they have made sure there have been no gaps in service.

Jernigan moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to approve the District Technology Coordinator job description.

Voting aye: Jernigan, Martinez, Campbell, Klatt, Waldrop and Ward.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Report No. 19-72 Personnel Report

Jernigan moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to approve the revised personnel report as follows:

1. Resignations:

§ Brad Kunz – Physical Education Teacher/Head Football Coach/Head Track Coach/ Conditioning Coordinator/Bowling Club/Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Plano High School, effective end of the 2018-19 school year

§ Kim Tisberger – Instructional Aide, Emily G. Johns School, effective 2/14/19

§ Samara Walton – Bus Driver, effective 2/8/19 2. Employment:

§ Erin Jennings – Bus Driver/Bus Aide, $18.52/hour, effective 3/11/19

§ Melissa Lopez-Troupe – Substitute Instructional Aide, P.H. Miller School, $11/30/hour, effective 2/22/19

§ Caysea Nolan – Interventionist, Plano High School, $175/day, effective 2/25/19

Report No. 19-72 Personnel Report (cont.)

3. Leave Requests:

§ Brenda Albright – Secretary, Centennial School, intermittent leave effective approx. 2/25/19- 12/1/19

§ Bryan Appel – District Operations Director, effective approx. 3/8/19-3/22/19

§ Tammi Davis – Clerical Aide, P.H. Miller School, effective approx. 2/27/19-TBD

§ Brittany Pezold – Preschool Lead Teacher, P.H. Miller School, effective approx. 8/12/19-TBD

4. Volunteers:

P.H. Miller School:

§ Annabel Avila

§ Leidarosa Bonilla

§ Yolanda Cano

§ Victoria Ejiko

§ Autumn Hildreth

§ Jennine Kerry

§ Jessica Lopez

§ Freddie Medrano

§ Kati Sibenaker

5. Long-Term Substitutes:

§ Jordyn Edwards – Long-Term Substitute 4th Grade Teacher, Emily G. Johns School, $175/day, effective 3/14/19 (Klingberg)

§ Brittany Nelson – Long-Term Substitute Bilingual Teacher, Centennial School, $175/day, effective 3/4/19 (New)

6. FY19 High School Extra- and Co-Curricular Assignments:

Name

Activity

Year

Tier

Stipend

Kate Ozarka

Assistant Girls Soccer

$3,818.70

Jon McDermott

Assistant Track (.1)

$424.30

Maya Chavez

Assistant Track (.15)

$572.81

Ron Heller

Spring Conditioning Coordinator

$1,400.19

Greg Gould

Softball

Volunteer

Tom Dean

Assistant Girls Soccer (Correction from 2/4/19

$4,243.00

7. P ASEC Personnel Report:

§ Contract-Non Certified:

Angela Confiliano, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, $27/hour, effective 2/5/19

Voting aye: Jernigan, Martinez, Campbell, Klatt, Waldrop and Ward.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

VIII BOARD COMMENTS/FOIA

Board Secretary Benoit reported on one FOIA:

• Chicago Laborers’ District Council (Bid results from Centennial School site improvements) Board Secretary Benoit asked Board members to complete the Statement of Economic Interests forms that were placed in their folders.

Board members thanked Bryan Appel and the maintenance/custodial crews for how well the school buildings are maintained. They said they travel to many schools and they are always impressed how nice the Plano buildings look.

IX FUTURE BOARD OF EDUCATION AGENDA

The March meeting will be held at Centennial School. Topics may include the following:

§ 2019-20 & 2020-21 School Calendars

§ Instructional Coaches

§ Assessments

§ Spring High School Athletic Director Report

§ PASEC Update

X EXECUTIVE SESSION

Waldrop moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to go into executive session at 8:31 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) and discussion of minutes of meetings lawfully closed under the Open Meetings Act, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06 (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21)).

Voting aye: Waldrop, Martinez, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt and Ward.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

Waldrop moved, and Martinez seconded the motion, to come out of executive session at 9:58 p.m.

Voting aye: Waldrop, Martinez, Campbell, Jernigan, Klatt and Ward.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

XI ACTION FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION

Klatt moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to release the following executive session minutes to the public: November 19, 2018.

Voting aye: Klatt, Jernigan, Campbell, Martinez, Waldrop and Ward.

Motion carried: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent.

XII ADJOURNMENT

Klatt moved, and Jernigan seconded the motion, to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 p.m.

Voting aye: Klatt, Jernigan, Campbell, Martinez, Waldrop and Ward.