Coal City Community Unit School District 1 met Oct. 2.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Roll Call
President Miller called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. in the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 District Office Board Room. In attendance were Board members Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Quint Harmon, and Ken Miller. Board member Chuck Lander arrived at 6:07 p.m. and Board member Shawn Hamilton was not in attendance. Superintendent Kent Bugg, CSBO Jason Smith, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Tammy Elledge, High School Head Secretary LaWanda Gagliardo, member of the press Ann Gill, and Board Secretary Karen Vota were also in attendance.
Pledge of Allegiance
President Miller led the Board of Education and others present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Notices and Communications
1. Introduction/acknowledgement of guests. President Miller welcomed those in attendance.
2. Principal Tracy Carlson was in attendance to introduce new fourth grade special education teacher Angela Roudis.
3. Principal Tracy Carlson was in attendance to recognize the following students who exceeded on the IAR test last year as fifth grade students (currently sixth grade students): Gavin Berger, Jacob Cimino, Nayeli Clark, Cambree Davidson, Rowan Fitzpatrick, Evan Greggain, Rebecca Hall, MasonHamilton, Austin Harding, Noah Houston, Aidan Kenney, Colton Lemmons, Mackenzie Lovell, Maddyson McClenning, Dane Noffsinger, Lance Perino, Cade Poyner, Alexus Ragland, Olivia Sage, Gianna Savarino, Colin Schimandle, Liam Seeley, Miley Smith, Liam Stewart, William VanCura, Sophia Vota, Trace Wilson.
4. Coach Mark Masters was selected to receive the 2018-2019 NFHS Wrestling Coach of the Year Award. IHSA Sports Administrators selected a coach from each of their sports. The selection to receive this prestigious honor is based upon the positive work that coach Masters has done with the athletes in the wrestling program. The IHSA was proud to submit his name to the National Federation of State High School Associations who sponsors the award. The Board recognized Coach Masters for receiving this distinguished award.
Communications from the Floor
1. In regard to agenda items - none.
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.) - none.
Approval of Consent Agenda
President Miller asked if there were any items that the Board would like to remove from the consent agenda. Hearing none, President Miller asked for a motion to approve the consent agenda.
Mr. Lander moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to approve the consent agenda including:
Minutes Closed Session Minutes
September 4, 2019 - Regular Meeting September 4, 2019 - Regular Meeting
September 25, 2019 - Board Study Session September 25, 2019 - Board Study Session
Financial Reports
Activity Fund Reports – August 2019
Treasurer’s Report – August 2019
Monthly Manual Check Report – September 2019
Payroll Report – September 2019
Accounts Payable Report – October 2019
Personnel
Employments - pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements
Samantha Hill - full-time 1:1 special education aide at the Early Childhood Center
Yolanda Hossack - Head Secretary at the High School
Employee Transfers
Gina Pens - from 2.5 hour/day special education aide to 3 hour/day special education aide at the Elementary School - effective 9/18/2019
Julie Walsh - from full-time 1:1 special education aide at the Middle School to full-time 1:1 special education aide at the High School
Julie Roeglin - from custodian at the High School to custodian at the Elementary School
Leave Requests
Abby Dimitrijevic - School Psychologist - Ms. Dimitrijevic requested a twenty-four (24) day paid medical leave with use of accumulated sick leave in accordance with the Teacher's Negotiated Agreement, from November 14, 2019 through January 5, 2020. Abby plans to return on Monday, January 6, 2020.
Sarah Veronda - School Psychologist - Ms. Veronda requested a thirty (30) day paid maternity leave with use of accumulated sick leave in accordance with the Teacher's Negotiated Agreement, from approximately January 27, 2020 through Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She is also requesting a thirteen (13) day unpaid Family Medical Leave from Wednesday, March 11, 2020 through Friday, April 3, 2020. Sarah plans to return on Monday, April 6, 2020.
Christina McClenning - 2 hour per day recess supervisor at the Early Childhood Center - Ms. McClenning requested a twenty-one (21) day unpaid medical leave of absence from November 12, 2019 through December 13, 2019. Christina plans to return on Monday, December 16, 2019.
Building Use Requests
Group Building Ins. Date
Coal City Public Library Auditorium Yes 11/11/19
Roll Call
Ayes: Chuck Lander, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
Administrators' Reports
A. Early Childhood Center Report
Principal Davidson Reported:
Calendar of Events:
September 24th - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
September 25th - ECC Staff Meeting @ 3:00pm
September 25th - PSO Chuck’s Cheese pick-up from 6:30pm-8:30pm @ CCIS
September 27th - Super Ticket Drawing @ 8:05am
September 30th - Gold Day for childhood cancer awareness
October 1st - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 2nd - PreK Team Meeting @ 10:40am
October 2nd - A Team Meeting @ 12:40pm
October 2nd - BLT
October 3rd - LLT 8:00am-11:00am
October 4th - Popcorn Friday!
October 7th - Jeans Day with $5 donation for TaTa Trot
October 8th - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 8th - PSO Meeting @ 6:30pm
October 9th - Early Dismissal (PM preschool attends)
October 11th - Heavenly Hats
October 11th - Peter Pan preview
October 14th - No School
October 15th - Kindergarten Team Meeting @ 11:15am
October 15th - 1st Grade Team Meeting @ 12:15pm
October 15th - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 16th - A Team Meeting @ 12:40pm
October 22nd - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 23rd - ECC Faculty Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 25th - ECC Picture Retake Day
October 25th - Super Ticket Drawing @ 8:05am
October 29th - SAP Meeting @ 3:00pm
October 30th - PreK Team Meeting @ 10:45am
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October 30th - A Team @ 12:40pm
October 31st - Halloween Parade @ 2:00pm
November 1st - Popcorn Friday
Current ECC Enrollment for 2019-2020:
PreK: 133
Kindergarten: 127
1st Grade: 134
Total: 394 (registered as of 9/23/2019)
Emergency/Crisis Drills Completed:
August 29th @ 1:30pm (shelter-in-place)
September 3rd @ 9:30am (fire drill)
September 9th - Bus Evacuation Drills
September 17th @ 9:00am (lockdown drill)
Personnel:
Welcome to Samantha Hill! She will be officially hired to work as a 1:1 aide at the ECC for two preschool students.
Month-in-Review:
This has been an awesome start to the 2019-2020 school year! Students at the ECC have enjoyed being greeted in the morning by the Coaler Football team and the Coaler Cheerleaders! We love when the “big” kids come to visit at the ECC!
Students now have the opportunity to earn “Bus Bucks” as an incentive for good bus behavior. Bus drivers will be focusing on giving students “Bus Bucks” this month when being extra safe on the bus. The bus slips obtained show a pattern in students “not staying in their seats,” so the ECC PBS team introduced “Bus Bucks” to the bus drivers in hopes to help improve behavior on the bus.
Safety drills were performed on August 29th (shelter-in-place), September 2nd (fire drill) and September 17th (lockdown drill).
Recognition:
A very big THANK YOU to Kaity Bricker for providing the staff and parents weekly videos of the signs of the week. We are so very excited for the opportunity for students and staff to learn sign language this school year as we ensure all students can communicate with all of our friends!
Congratulations to our night custodian, Jessica Palmer on the birth of her baby girl on September 7th!
Thank you to Carol Talty, Anne Watson, and Missy Vigna on their diligent work with a family in our building and with ensuring all students have required physical and immunization records up-to-date and compliant for students to attend school.
B. Elementary School Report
Principal Kenney reported:
Calendar of Events:
10/1 - 2nd Grade Team Meeting – 12:00pm
10/1 - School Culture Meeting – 3:15pm
10/2 - A-Team Mtg – 7:40am
10/3 - Co-Teaching Mtg – 8:30am
10/3 - SAP Team Mtg – 3:15
10/7 - PBS Mtg – 3:15pm
10/8 – TALC Mtg – 3:15pm
10/8 – PSO Mtg – 6:30pm
10/9 – Early Dismissal
10/10 – Self Contained Mtg – 7:40am
10/10 – 3rd Grade Team Mtg – 12:55pm
10/11 – Heavenly Hat Day
10/12 – Peter Pan Preview Trip to HS
10/15 – 2nd Grade Team Mtg – 12:00pm
10/16 – ES Picture Retakes
10/16 – A-Team Mtg – 7:40am
10/17 – SAP Team Mtg – 3:15pm
10/21 – Admin Mtg – 7:00am
10/24 – 3rd Grade Team Mtg – 12:55pm
10/25 – Fireman’s Breakfast 8:30-9:30am
10/29 – 2nd Grade Team Mtg – 12:00pm
10/30 – A-Team Mtg - 7:40am
10/30 – Staff Mtg – 3:15pm
10/31 – Halloween Parade – 1pm
ES Enrollment:
2nd Grade: 151 – 1 new student
3rd Grade: 162 – lost 1 student
Total: 313 (registered as of 9/24/19)
Personnel:
We welcomed the following new members to our staff: 2.5 hour Special Education Aide – Gina Pens, 3 hour Reading Interventionist – Kim Perdomo, and full-time 1:1 Special Education Aide – Angela Bartholemew.
CCES Happenings and Recognitions:
A special thank you to the Varsity Coaler Football team and the CCHS Football Cheerleaders for welcoming on students on 9/6 and 9/13. The students were super excited to see them and even asked for their autographs!
We have had several emergency drills. Students and staff have been calm and collected during these drills. We are very proud of how our school has acted during these drills.
Our students have received a goal of 95% daily attendance and 98% daily on time attendance. In August, our students surpassed their goal! We celebrated this achievement with popsicles at recess!
We opened the Coaler Cash Cart to celebrate our new PBS system. Students were excited to either spend or save their cash. We look forward to many exciting Coaler Cash purchases!
A special thank you to Mrs. Watson for bringing our new friend to CCES. This stuffed porcupine is a part of the teacher education loan program through the Field Museum. Students have been busy writing their I Wonder questions. Her class will research and find that answer to those questions about our porcupine.
Thank you to Miss Bruzzino and Mrs. Wills for leading our bus evacuation drills. Students did a great job of properly evacuating the bus during their drill.
On September 23rd, we welcomed State Representative David Welter to CCES to be Principal for a Day through the Illinois Principal Association. He spent time in various classroom learning about CCES. It was a great experience for some of our students to ask him questions about his position. Thank you Rep. Welter!
A special thank you to Mrs. Hamilton and her students for our first successful School Store. They set up in the cafeteria and had record breaking sales! Congratulations to Mrs. Hamilton and her class!
C. Intermediate School Report
Principal Carlson reported:
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
9/23 – Student Services Meeting 8:30-9:15
9/23 – SAP Team 3:10
9/24 – Gold Day; Childhood Cancer Awareness
9/24 – Shed Your Shoes for Childhood Cancer Research
9/24 – PBS Meeting 3:10
9/25 – PSO Cheese Fundraiser Pick-up in Cafeteria 6:30-8:30 p.m.
9/25 – 5th Grade Team Meeting 3:10-3:40 Rink’s Room
9/26 – A Team 1:25
9/27 – PJ Day
9/30 – Student Services 8:30-9:15
9/30 – ASAP Begins 3:00-4:00 (Mondays; Tuesdays; Thursdays)
10/1 – TALC 3:10
10/2 – Student Council Meeting 7:30 a.m.
10/2 – Specials Team Meeting 3:10
10/3 – Custodian Meeting 3:00
10/4 – Animal Shirt Day
10/7 – Pink Day; Breast Cancer Awareness
10/7 – SAP Team 3:10
10/8 – Blue Day for Bullying Prevention (World Day of Bullying Prevention is 10/7)
10/8 – PBS Meeting 3:10
10/9 – VFW Assembly 9:00-10:00 North Gym
10/9 – 11:35 Dismissal
10/11 – Walk to the CCHS Play “Peter Pan” 1:00-2:45
10/11 – Heavenly Hats Day
10/14 – No School ~ Columbus Day
10/15 – Fire Prevention Presentation During PE – 4th Grade
10/16 – Student Council Meeting 7:30 a.m.
10/16 – 4th Grade Team Meeting 3:10
10/18 – Fire Prevention Fire Truck Ride/Breakfast 8:15 a.m. – 14 Students
10/18 – PBS Event 10:30 (4th grade) and 1:30 (5th grade)
10/20 – PSO’s Trunk or Treat at CCHS 4:30-7:00 p.m.
10/21-10/25 – Red Ribbon Week
10/21 – Fire Prevention Presentation During PE – 5th Grade
10/22 – Picture Retakes 8:00-9:30 a.m.
10/22 – 4th Grade Field Trip to Zoo 8:30-2:30
10/22 – TALC 3:10|
10/23 – 5th Grade Team Meeting 3:10
10/28 – SAP Team 3:10
10/29 – PBS Meeting 3:10
10/30 – Student Council Meeting 7:30 a.m.
10/30 – BLT Meeting 8:00
10/30 – Specials Team Meeting 3:10
Current Enrollment:
4th Grade 163
5th Grade 160
Total 323
This includes one 4th and one 5th grade special education student, who are enrolled in other programs outside of CCIS.
Emergency/Crisis Drills Completed:
Evacuation 8/19/19
Shelter-in-Place/Storm 8/20/19
Lockdown 8/21/19; 9/17/19
Bus Evacuation 9/13/19
Previous Month in Review:
Students completed the Fall AIMSweb Benchmark Testing the week of August 26th. These universal screening assessments are used to see how students compare to their peers. We use the data for our RTI groups, day-to-day instructional groups, and gifted identification. Students took 4 reading and 3 math assessments. The results were shared with students and sent home to parents. The reports will be explained to parents at parent/teacher conferences in November.
We held our student council homeroom elections the last week of August. The members are listed below in the Student Recognition section. Student Council meets every two weeks before school at 7:30 a.m. Mrs. Ness is the sponsor.
On August 30th we treated our 11 new students to a pizza party to get to know them better and to introduce them to additional staff members who are here to help them.
On September 6th the Coaler football players greeted the CCIS students as they arrived at school.
We had a staff potluck lunch on September 6th.
The Backpack Program began on September 10th. Currently, 29 CCIS students are receiving food twice a week.
Students and staff wore red, white, and blue to school on 9/11 in honor of Patriot Day.
Representatives from the Coal City Public Library visited all of the CCIS homeroom classes during their library time the week of September 16th to talk about the special activities and programs they offer.
On September 13th the Coaler soccer players greeted the CCIS students as they arrived at school.
National Constitution Day was observed on September 17th. Several teachers did activities about, and/or discussed, the U.S. Constitution.
Our second annual CCIS Pizza Night was held on September 18th. From 4:30-8:30, 27 of our staff members delivered 208 pizzas to 145 families. It was a lot of fun for both students and staff. We received many positive comments from parents!
On September 20th the Coaler volleyball players greeted the CCIS students as they arrived at school.
Our beginning full band currently has 84 5th graders in the program!
Student Council sponsored the following spirit days this past month: Coaler Spirit Day, Gold Day for Childhood Cancer Awareness, Tech Day, and Shed Your Shoes Day for Childhood Cancer Research.
Our G-Force Program currently has 10 volunteers at CCIS. Three to four members are on school grounds each morning, including Dorothee Tjelle, who is 91 years young!
Student Recognition:
Congratulations to following Students of the Week: Week of 8/26: Maddie Mae Hutchings, Brody D'Orazio, Jacob Majewski, Addison Sota Week of 9/3: Benjamin Obert, Maisy Franklin, Jacob Munsterman, Morgan Schnuckel Week of 9/9: Liam Marquez, Lavila Wantroba, Cate Rush, Mason Brown Week of 9/16: Jayla Read, Tanner Gullquist, Trevor Walker, Ashlyn Siron
Congratulations to the first semester Student Council Members: Amytheist Yarshen, Carson Dearth, Xavier Baer, Abigail Rose, Caleb Brown, Aiciry Rodriguez, Grace Sitar, Emma Rakes, Leah Hennessy, Victorya Morales, Colton Bailey, Jaxon Duke, Leah Jensen, Sean Bergin, Liz Nadess, Amelia Collins, Cooper Morris, Bobby Stoudt, Alivia Waliczek, Everett Dowling, Yuliana Medina, Libbi Gray, Lilly Miller, Josh Kosch, Chris Groves, Courtney Elberts
Staff Recognition:
I would like to thank our 27 staff members who helped with CCIS Pizza Night! I really appreciate the time they volunteered for this fantastic event. Brad Boresi, Ali Scrogham, Betsy Cowherd, Andy Leve, Tiffany Berger, Tina Vignocchi, Amy Gernenz, Jenn Rink, Amanda Patten, Danielle Meyer, Tanya Miller, Nikki Boresi, CJ Dziuban, Jenn Ness, Amy Gaffigan, Neil Nicholson, Allison Anderson, Betsy Stahler, Steven McCleary, Carrie Troll, Sandy Davis, Angela Roudis, Riane O'Donnell, Allison Tjelle, Katie Ludes, Becky Housman, Tracy Carlson
I want to thank Mr. Boresi for all the work he did planning CCIS Pizza Night.
I want to recognize the following staff members who received the weekly CCIS Kudos:
- Mrs. Boresi for planning the staff potluck lunch
- Mr. Dziuban for organizing the new student pizza party
- Mr. Smith for helping with morning arrival while I was at LLT
- Ms. Talty for planning Mrs. Scrogham’s salad bar party
D. Middle School Report
Principal Johnson reported:
Calendar of Events
September 29 CCMS Marching Warriors in Morris Corn Fest Parade
October 4 Board Meeting – 6:00pm – Unit Office
October 7 Wear Pink Day for Breast Cancer
October 9 Picture Retakes – Fall Sports Picture Day
12:00pm EARLY DISMISSAL – Staff Development Day
October 10 Parent Teacher Conferences – 4:00-8:00pm
Oct. 10-17 CCMS Scholastic Book Fair
October 14 NO SCHOOL – Columbus Day
October 16 End of 1st Quarter Encore Classes
October 18 Bugg-a-Foose Childhood Cancer Fundraiser
October 21-25 Red Ribbon Week at CCMS
October 23 8th Grade Students to GAVC Career Fair - Morris
CCMS Enrollment
6 177
7 136
8 146
Total 459
CCMS Discipline Report
8/22-9/20 Year to Date
1 Out-of –school suspensions 1
1 In-school-suspension 3
0 Bus suspensions 0
10 behavior-related detentions 18
Month in Review – September
CCMS held the following safety drills: Fire Drill - August 19 & August 29; Tornado Drill - August 21; Bus Evacuation - September 9 in Physical Education Classes; Armed Intruder - September 17
Girls Basketball Tryouts were held on September 3 and 4. Teams were chosen, practice began on September 5 and the girls began playing games on September 24. Good luck this to the teams and coaches, Andy Leve (8th Grade), Layney Miller (7th Grade) and Brad Schmitt (6th Grade) on their 2019 season.
Coal City students observed Labor Day on September 2.
CCMS had picture day on September 11. Special thanks to Ashley Matsko and Van Gogh Photography for their work in organizing the event. Retakes will take place on October 9 along with Fall Sport Picture Day.
CCMS and the Unit #1 teachers took part in staff development training/department meetings on September 11 at CCHS. In addition to staff development activities, CCMS teachers participated in Department Meetings that afternoon.
Mrs. Trotter and I are completing the CCMS 504 Annual Reviews in the month of September. I would like to thank CCMS staff members for their participation in the meeting process.
The CCMS Marching Warriors will be participating in one parade this year. The Warriors will be marching in the Morris Corn Fest Parade on Sunday, September 29. Good luck to Mrs. Bontrager and the Marching Warriors this fall.
The Coal City Middle School Musical “Frozen” is currently in production with lots of rehearsals for the cast members. Mr. Micetich and his team are in the process of getting ready for the show, which takes place on November 14,16 and 17. We hope you are able to come and see our students and their performances.
Finally, Congratulations to our A Softball Team who will be participating in the Class AA IESA State Finals on September 27 in East Peoria, IL. The Lady Warriors will play Manteno at 12:30pm. The Lady Warriors are currently 16-7 on the season and have shown great improvement throughout the season. The Lady Warriors first captured the Coal City Regional Championship by defeating Channahon 4-0 and Reed Custer 7-2. The Lady Warriors then moved onto the IESA Sectional vs. an undefeated Troy Trojans in Shorewood. The Warriors came out victorious 5-3 to move onto State. Congratulations to the Lady Warriors, Coaches Harmon, Wren and Miller on a fantastic season and CCMS wishes them the best of luck in the IESA State Finals.
E. High School Report
Principal Spencer reported:
Calendar of Events:
October 1 – H.S. Picture Retake
October 5 – Homecoming Dance
October 9 – Early Dismissal -Staff Development
October 10- Parent/Teacher Conferences (Grades 6-12)
October 10 - High School Fall Play
October 12 – High School Fall Play
October 13 – High School Fall Play
October 14 – No School (Columbus Day)
October 16 – Juniors will be taking the PSAT
October 23 – ICE Leadership Conference @ Reed-Custer HS
October 30 – Haunted Hallways (Sponsored by FBLA)
Month in Review:
Christina Van Ypernen and the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce had a meeting on September 12th with all Freshmen to discuss the Certificate of Employability program. Freshmen will have the choice to stay with the program or not.
Devon Gagliardo, Program Director - Community Foundation of Grundy County has once again led our Philanthropy Group. Our first meeting will be September 19th.
The cast of Peter Pan is set and we are excited to see the Fall play the second week of October.
Recognition:
The CCHS Band participated in the Morton High School band competition, the Plainfield South Competition, and the NIU Band Competition. They will also be participating in the Corn Festival parade in Morris.
The following girls were selected to represent Coal City High School at Corn Fest 2019: Rylee Endrst, Colleen Feeney, Jayda Mills,Meghan Onsen
Congratulations to 19 of our Seniors who are Illinois State Scholars: Lillian Best, Syndi Bortles, John Cairns, Kit Clayburn, Dominic Curtis, Rose Feeney, Kaitlyn Forehand, Peighton Gill, Jace Haas, Trevor Hanson, Aspen Johnson, John Majesky-Wills, Joshua Michalak, Kelsie Norris, Tyler Polarek, Cody Rogers, Jacob Shumaker, Abrielle Whitaker, and Keaira Williams.
Congratulations to Jace Haas. Jace was named a 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program, Semifinalists. Over 1.5 million students from over 21,000 High Schools entered the National Merit Scholarship Program and Jace earned the honor. Congratulations to Dominic Curtis, who has been named a Commended Student in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Mrs. Dransfeldt and Mr. Kiper are busy organizing our 66h annual Post High School fair. The fair will take place on Sept. 26th from 1:15 – 2:45. We will have around 23 colleges represented. We will also have various trades and branches of the military here along with some area businesses. We also will have persons representing a variety of careers, (many CCHS grads) for the students to talk to.
The high school did several things to inform the students and to show support for Childhood Cancer Awareness. We partnered with the organization Cal’s Angels during the month of September to help raise funds for their organization and Pediatric Cancer. At the High School
we had several activities during the home football game on the 20nd. We sold t-shirts to support
Cal’s Angels and raised over $2600 and over $1200 with our Miracle Minute!
Congratulations to head Wrestling Coach Mark Masters. Coach Masters received the 2018-2019 NFHS Wrestling Coach of the Year Award. He received this award based on the positive work he has done with athletes in our program.
Enrollment Figures thru September 22, 2019
9th Grade = 157 total
10th Grade = 171 total
11th Grade = 171 total
12th Grade = 171 total
Total 671 Students
Discipline Report for September
Infraction Totals:
Bus Misconduct 8
Class Cut 1
Cheating 1
Vaping/Smoking Materials 2
Electronic Device Violation 5
Fighting 2
Disrespect during Assembly 2
Late to school 3
Unexcused Absence 2
Drinks in Hallway 1
Driving Violation 1
Possession on Fireworks 1
Computer Violation 2
Removed from Class 1
Threatening Statement 1
Under the Influence of Drugs 1
Bullying 1
Cut Detention 1
Theft and Damage to Property 1
Total 37
F. Special Populations Report
Director Rakes reported:
Special Education
There are 12 new special education students that moved into the district for the start of this school year. Among the move ins, 2 had to be placed in out of district programs.
ELL
There are currently 24 ELL students in the district. There has been 1 newly identified student. Spanish and Tagalog are the predominant languages of qualification.
RtI
Aimsweb Plus benchmarking began on Monday, September 9th and is completed in all buildings.
The social/emotional screenings are in the process of being completed. The BESS for grades 4-12, the Behavioral and Emotional Screening System, was completed between September 9-21 and the SSBD for grades k-3, the Systematic Screening for Behavior Disorders, will be completed October 1-15. Elyssa’s Mission, a suicide prevention program, will be presented to 7th grade on October 8 and 9th grade on October 17.
Preschool
The grant funded blended classrooms are full for at risk qualified students. This means that any Gardner, South Wilmington, Mazon or Braceville student who qualifies at any time the rest of this school year will be placed on the waitlist.
There are currently 5 at risk blended spots ( 2 last year at this time) and 14 special education spots(31 last year at this time) open. There are 9 pending special education evaluations. The district is doing screenings on a regular basis. We are averaging 8-10 screenings per date.
Coaler Academy
There are 4 students currently enrolled with 2 possible referrals. The 2 possible referrals are currently in the SAP process.
G. Curriculum Report
Director Elledge reported:
Professional Development:
We are working on a variety of initiatives in professional learning this semester. The teachers working on the board’s STEAM initiative are especially excited about the conversations, brainstorming and learning they are doing. Our focus on writing instruction continues to be a priority with our ELA department leaders as they are also leading groups. PK-5 mathematics teachers are also learning techniques to enhance their work in iReady and with math groups within their classrooms.
Another big focus for us this semester is in social emotional awareness for our students. Sessions are focusing on behavior management, disabilities, IEP goals, and setting standards throughout the district.
Illinois School Report Card:
We have received some of the measures that will be revealed in the school report cards later this fall. We will be sharing that information as soon as it becomes available and complete.
H. Superintendent’s Report
Dr. Bugg reported:
1. A Freedom of Information Act request was received from Bethany Simpson, Data Acquisition Specialist with SmartProcure. Ms. Simpson requested all purchasing records from 5/10/19 to present.
2. Enclosure - Monthly student enrollment figures
3. Dr. Bugg reported that Spanish Teacher Kimberly Sondgeroth will be leading a tour to Spain and Italy in July of 2021. Ms. Sondgeroth will be organizing the trip as a private travel group.
4. Dr. Bugg reported that Board Members Robert Bianchetta and Shawn Hamilton received a professional development award and were recognized at the Three Rivers Division Dinner Meeting last night.
Dates to Remember
Wednesday, October 9 Early Dismissal
Thursday, October 10 Grades 6-12 Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 p.m.
Monday, October 14 Columbus Day – No Student Attendance
Wednesday, October 16 MS – End of 1st Quarter Classes
I. Grundy Area Vocational Center Report
Mr. Lander reported:
1. Approved the FY20 School Emergency and Crisis Response Plan as presented.
2. Accepted the resignation of Angela Bertino, Health Occupations Assistant.
3. Approved the employment of Angela Hatz as Health Occupations Assistant.
4. Accepted the donation of a grill from Illinois Truck and Equipment for use by the GAVC FFA program.
5. Approved offering "Entrepreneur Programming to the GAVC course offerings beginning in FY21.
6. Approved Director Copes to attend the National A.C.T.E. Conference from December 2 through December 6, 2019, with the TREES organization covering all travel expenses.
J. Athletic Director Report
Athletic Director Dan Hutchings reported:
September Athletic Report
September 11, 14, and 16 Hosted IESA Softball Regional
September 18, 21 and 23 Hosted IESA Baseball Regional
Middle School Fall Season Summaries
“A”Softball Qualified for IESA State Tournament (16-7)
8th Grade Girls Basketball - Coach Andy Leve
7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach: Layne Miller
6th Grade Girls Basketball Coach: Brad Schmitt
High School Fall Season Report
Varsity Football (4-0)
JV Football (1-2)
Freshmen Football (1-2-1)
Golf 5-4 overall 5-1 ICE Conference record
Tennis (8-3) 5th Place Plainfield Invite
1st Place Coal City Quad
Soccer (13-5) overall
JV Soccer (7-2)
Varsity Volleyball (6-9) overall (3-3) ICE Conference
6th Place Ottawa Tournament
Sophomore Volleyball (9-3) overall - 1st Place Coaler FS Invite
Freshmen Volleyball (6-2) overall - 2nd Place Ottawa Invite
L. Field Trips
Grade/Group Destination Date Teacher Responsible
Drama Club Paramount Theatre 10/17/19 Jack Micetich
Communications from the Floor
1. In regard to agenda items - none.
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.) - none.
Old Business
A. Discussion/Action on Agreement with Cordogan, Clark and Associates for Development of the District Master Facility Plan
Representatives from Cordogan, Clark and Associates were present to review the Master Facilities Planning process, which will assess our current buildings, athletic fields, and school district-owned properties. The plan will also predict the future facility needs of our school district so the Board can properly prepare for those needs. This process will engage many different people within and outside of our school district for feedback and ideas. The development of this plan is one of the Board's Strategic Plan goals for this school year.
The agreement for development of the Maser Facilities Plan was reviewed by the Board.
Mr. Hamilton moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to approve the agreement with Cordogan, Clark and Associates for development of the District Master Facilities Plan as presented.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Shawn Hamilton, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Chuck Lander, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
New Business
A. Discussion/Action on Appointment of Delegate/Alternate to the IASB Delegate Assembly at the Joint Annual Conference
The Association's Delegate Assembly, comprised of one voting delegate from each member district, is the policy-making body of IASB. Through a vetted resolutions process, proposals presented by member school boards will be introduced, discussed, and voted upon. Final results will guide the Association's position statements and staff in ongoing legislative efforts. A delegate and alternate will need to be appointed to represent our district at this assembly.
To appoint Robert Bianchetta as delegate and Shawn Hamilton as alternate at the IASB Delegate Assembly at the Joint Annual Conference. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion carried.
B. Discussion/Action on Library/Media Grant Program
High School Librarian, Allison Peterson prepared a library grant application. Illinois Statutes require the Board to review the library’s progress towards meeting the Illinois School standards for school library media centers. The library grant, if awarded, will provide a maximum of 75 cents for each student in the District. The monies will be used for reference materials, books, software, hardware, incoming line connection, etc.
Mr. Lander moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to approve the 2019 School Library Per Capita Grant Application and affirm the conditions outlined are being adhered to throughout the district. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion carried.
C. Discussion/Action on Approval of Agreement With Help for Hope for Lease of the Old Unit Office Space
Since moving to the new District Office building, the Board has entered into an agreement with Help for Hope founders Gordon and Kathy Milne to utilize the old unit office space for providing basic necessities to residents in need. Since then, other non-profit agencies have also began offering services at the location so that they can reach those who cannot travel to their main headquarters. The updated lease agreement was reviewed by the Board.
Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to approve the Agreement Between the Board of Education of Coal City Community Unit School District No. 1 and Help for Hope for the shared use of the former Administration Building as presented.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Mary Gill, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Shawn Hamilton, Chuck Lander, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
D. Discussion/Action on Approval of the Updated Emergency Operations Plan
The District Emergency Operations Plan has been updated and was reviewed by the Board.
Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Lander seconded to approve the updated Emergency Operations Plan as presented. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion carried.
E. Discussion/Action on 8th Grade Trip to Washington D.C.
A proposal from Middle School Teacher Pam McMurtrey for a seven-day excursion to Washington D.C. to be taken from June 7 – June 13, 2020 was received. This trip is totally financed by the students with no district costs incurred. A sample itinerary was reviewed by the Board.
Mr. Lander moved and Ms. Gill seconded to approve the seven day 8th Grade Trip to Washington D.C. from June 7 – 13, 2020, as presented. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion carried.
F. Discussion/Action on School Site Donation from Grundy County
A School Site Donation in the amount of $1,054.91 was received from Grundy County. A resolution was prepared for acceptance of the school site donation.
Mr. Bianchetta moved and Mr. Lander seconded to approve the resolution to accept the School Site Donation of $1,054.91 from Grundy County and to waive the reading of the resolution.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Robert Bianchetta, Chuck Lander, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
G. Discussion/Action on Tree Donations
Girl Scout Troop 70227 donated a deciduous tree to plant at the High School. Grounds Director Matthew Hook is working with the group to plant the tree sometime in October.
Brett Lardi donated a tree to be planted by the baseball field at the High School in memory of his father. Grounds Director Matthew Hook is working with the family to get the tree planted in October.
Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Lander seconded to accept the tree donation from Girl Scout Troop 70227 and Brett Lardi. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none, considers the motion carried.
H. Discussion/Action on Resolution Abating a Portion of the Working Cash Fund and Directing the Transfer of $500,000 to the Capital Projects Fund
Section 20-10 of the Illinois Administrative Code authorizes the Board to abate a portion of its Working Cash Fund and transfer to a fund most in need of the money as long as the amount is compliant with parameters outlined in the code. This resolution authorizes the transfer of $500,000 into the Capital Project Fund to complete funding for capital projects.
Mr. Hamilton moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to adopt the Resolution Abating A Portion of the Working Cash Fund and Directing the Transfer of $500,000 to the Capital Projects Fund, as presented and to waive the reading of the resolution.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Shawn Hamilton, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Chuck Lander, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
Open for Items Not Known at Agenda Preparation Time - none.
Communications from the Floor
1. In regard to agenda items - none.
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.) - none.
Closed Session
Mr. Lander moved and Mr. Hamilton seconded to go to closed session at 6:37 p.m. for the purpose of considering information regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees; an individual student issue, and the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body, including discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5).
Roll Call.
Ayes: Chuck Lander, Shawn Hamilton, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Ken Miller
Absent: Quint Harmon
Nays:
Motion Carried.
When the Board returned to open session, President Miller called the regular meeting back to order at 7:21 p.m. with the board members answering roll call present: Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Chuck Lander, and Ken Miller. Board member Quint Harmon was not in attendance.
Action as a Result of Closed Session
1. Ms. Gill moved and Mr. Bianchetta seconded to approve the thirteen (13) day unpaid Family Medical Leave request for Curtis Lackner from September 5 through September 23, 2019 and the twenty-five (25) day unpaid medical leave of absence from September 24, 2019 through October 28, 2019.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Mary Gill, Robert Bianchetta, Jeff Emerson, Shawn Hamilton, Chuck Lander, Ken Miller
Nays:
Motion Carried.
Board Study Session of the Whole Date: Wednesday, October 30 @ 6 P.M.
In Coal City CUSD #1 Administrative Center Board Room
Next Regular Meeting Date: Wednesday, November 6 @ 6 P.M.
In Coal City CUSD #1 Administrative Center Board Room
Adjournment
Mr. Hamilton moved and Mr. Emerson seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none considers the motion approved.
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