Coal City Community Unit School District #1 Board of Education June 1.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
CALL TO ORDER
President Miller called the regular meeting to order at _______ p.m. with the board members answering roll call present: Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, and Ken Miller.
Roll Call:
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Section 2
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Introduction/acknowledgement of guests.
Unit #1 Foundation will recognize Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg for his years of service to the district.
Theater Director Jack Micetich will be in attendance to recognize 3 All-State Actor/Actress Nominees: Aidan Kostbade, Derek Carlson, and Chloe Peacock.
Principals Jennifer Kenney and Travis Johnson will be in attendance to recognize Middle School and High School State Track qualifiers.
The following people have asked to address the Board regarding health care services: Jessica Opyd, Matt Melvin and Marianne Melvin.
2. A thank you was received from Grundy County Economic Development, thanking the Board of Education for their partnership in keeping the Dresden Nuclear Power Station open.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR
1. In regard to agenda items
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.)
Section 3
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Are there any items that the Board would like to remove from the consent agenda?
To approve the consent agenda including the minutes from the regular meeting of May 4, the April Activity Fund Reports; April Treasurer’s Report, the May Monthly Manual Checks report; the May Payrolls, the June Accounts Payable, personnel items including approval of resignations, retirement requests, and extra-curricular resignations.
Roll Call.
Section 4
ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS
A. EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER REPORT
Principal Davidson Reported:
May 30th - NO SCHOOL
May 31st - ECC Field Day
June 1st - Last Day of Student Attendance - Dismissal @ 1:15pm
June 1st - PreK picnic
June 2nd - Teachers Institute
Current ECC Enrollment for 2021-2022:
PreK: 173
Kindergarten: 140
1st Grade: 145
Total: 458 (in PowerSchool as of May 26th, 2022)
Completed Safety Drills:
• Fire Drill (with CC Fire Department) - Friday, September 3rd
• Shelter-in-Place Drill - Tuesday, September 14th
Month-in-Review:
• We have been celebrating the end of the school year with the ABC Countdown! Each day has a different theme and we have had “BINGO Day,” “Pajama Day,” “Outside Day,” “Visit another Classroom Day,” and “Watercolor Day,” etc. The students especially love “New Name Day” where they can choose a new name for the entire day!
• For the first time in two years, we will be celebrating Field Day again at the ECC. On Tuesday, May 31st, students will enjoy time outside with all sorts of fun activities including bounce houses and popsicles! Parents will also be at the building volunteering and playing with the students. It is always a fun way to end the school year!
• On June 1st, we will say goodbye to our 1st graders and send them off to CCES! The 1st grade students had an opportunity to visit 2nd grade on the afternoon of May 25th. The students were able to walk through a few classrooms and enjoy a popsicle while playing on the new playground!
Recognition:
• Thank you to Emily Nolan, our new school nurse! She has stepped into the role of keeping our little ones healthy and safe and done an amazing job! She is an asset to our team as she works very well with staff and enjoys the students when they visit her office.
• Congratulations to Amy Aichele on her retirement when the school year ends on June 2nd! Her absence will leave HUGE shoes to fill. We wish her nothing but the best in her next adventure.
• Congratulations to Kara Claypool as she will soon deliver her third baby and next year take on the most important job a person can have - Mom!! Enjoy these years with your littles as they go in the blink of an eye.
• Best of Luck to Kari Lukancic as she will leave us at the end of the school year as well. She has been an awesome member of our team the past two years during the most difficult of school years. We wish her the best of luck in whatever the future holds.
B. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REPORT
Principal Trotter reported:
Calendar of Events:
May 25th: Step Up Day
June 1st: Carnival Day
ES Enrollment:
2nd Grade: 132 students
3rd Grade: 133 students
Total: 265 (enrolled as of 5/23/2022)
Personnel:
Rachel Partilla accepted a new position in a different industry. Her last day was Monday, May 23rd.
CCES Happenings and Recognitions:
● We are continuing our ABC countdown. We only have a few days left such as ‘T’hank a School Staff Member Day, ‘V’isit Another Classroom Day (when our students are participating in their step-up days).
● Our end of year Carnival takes place on June 1st. We have a lot of exciting activities for the students. It is going to be so much fun.
● Congratulations to Katie Sobin and her husband, Derek. They welcome a baby girl, Marley Marie Sobin, on Monday, May 16th. Mom and baby are doing well.
● I want to thank the Coal City Police Department and the Coal City Fire Department for assisting our 2nd grade students on their walk to Lyons Park this month. This community is so amazing!!
● I would also like to thank Tracy Carlson and Amanda Davidson for helping me navigate the end-of-year requirements. They keep me on track and make sure I don’t forget anything. The entire administrative team has been so supportive this year and I really appreciate everyone’s help as I transitioned to the Elementary School.
C. INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL REPORT
Principal Carlson reported:
Calendar of Events:
5/31 – Olympic Day
6/1 – Talent Show 9:00-10:30 a.m.
6/1 – Last Day of School ~ 1:25 Dismissal
Current Enrollment:
4th Grade 156
5th Grade 158
Total 314 This includes one 4th grade students enrolled in other special education programs outside of CCIS.
Emergency/Crisis Drills Completed:
Evacuation/Fire 8/19/21; 10/20/21; 3/4/22; 5/2/22
Shelter-in-Place/Storm 8/18/21; 2/7/22
Lockdown 8/20/21; 1/12/22; 4/7/22
Bus Evacuation 9/13/21
Previous Month in Review:
• We celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week the first week of May. I am very grateful for and proud of the time my staff puts in beyond their contractual work day. They volunteer for our special events. All staff were treated to breakfast, lunch, an ice cream smorgasbord, walking tacos, and a Coal City umbrella.
• On May 2nd we practiced an Evacuation Drill.
• The 5th grade Beginning Band had their Spring Concert on May 3rd. They did a fantastic job and have made so much progress.
• Our 4th graders went to CCMS on May 4th to hear the Jazz Band and Concert Band perform. Mrs. Bontrager also explained each instrument and had a band student play a short solo so the 4th graders could hear what each instrument sounds like in order to get them excited for Beginning Band next year.
• Mrs. Vignocchi organized a Book Fair the week of May 9th.
• The 4th grade students watched the Growing Up video and had a discussion on May 13th.
• On May 16th each 4th grader was able to try playing a couple of band instruments during music class in order to get them excited for Beginning Band next year. Mrs. Bontrager hosted a parent meeting later that evening to provide families more information about signing up for band.
• During the week of May 16th, Mrs. Vignocchi walked each class to the Coal City Public Library during their scheduled library time, so the students could hear about the summer reading program offered by the public library.
• On May 18th, 19th and 20th CCIS held “Muffins with Me” from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Our students were able to bring 2 guests to enjoy some time together while they ate their muffins. Milk and coffee were also served. This was a free event that the students and their guests really enjoyed!
• The 5th Grade Music Concert was held on May 19th at CCHS. The students had so much fun singing the songs they chose to perform under the direction of Mrs. Bajt.
• On May 24th Mrs. Bontager gave our 5th and 6th grade band students the opportunity to perform one more time in a recital held at CCMS. The students who participated are listed in the Student Recognition section below.
• The 3rd grade students came to CCIS on May 25th for Step Up Day. Our 4th grade Student Council members helped out by giving the 3rd graders a guided tour of the building and sharing what they love about CCIS.
• We had our 5th grade cookout and water balloon fight during lunch/recess on May 25th.
• CCIS Girls Candyland Dance was held on May 25th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. We had 176 people attend. The decorations were amazing as were the girls’ dance moves along with their special guests. We had many compliments on the event.
• On May 26th the 5th grade students visited CCMS for Step-Up Day. They also ate lunch there.
• CCIS Boys Candyland Dance was held on May 26th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. We had 174 people attend. The decorations were still amazing, and boys and their special guests had a lot of fun.
• During ASAP (After School Assistance Program) students receive homework help from 3:00-4:00 three days a week from Mrs. Cowherd or Mrs. Rink. We ended the school year with 18 students in ASAP; eleven in 4th grade and seven in 5th grade.
Student Recognition:
• We are so proud of the following 5th grade band students who performed a solo or a duet at the CCMS Band Recital: Owen Burla, Penny D'Arcy, Milania Lowe, Nina Olson, Kendall Shute, and Reagan Stupak.
• I want to recognize the following CCHS Coalers with Character students, who helped at the CCIS dances: Ethan Scrogham, Nolan Berger, Ashton Harvey, Kylee Kennell, Lilly Fiesley, Wyatt Wickiser, Ava Houston and D’Arcy Ness.
• Congratulations to the following Students of the Week:
Week of 5/2: Abbie Hitchcock, Allyson Togliatti, Ryder Gill, Derek Maxwell, Faith Connell, Jonathan Wegner
Week of 5/9: Dominic Zuccarello, Hailey Potuznik, Myla Kramer, Chance Spero Week of 5/16: Eathyn Rivera and Caroline Grunwald
Week of 5/23: Ryan Carpenter, Rylie Peters, Abbey Mills, Jaxon Shats, Hailee Offdenkamp, Bella Dock
Staff Recognition:
• I want to recognize Mrs. Carol Budde for all her extra time and creativity decorating for the CCIS dances.
• I want to recognize the following staff for helping with the CCIS dances: Mrs. Scrogham, Mrs. Harney, Mrs. Budde, Mr. Radomski, Mrs. Rose, Mr. Boresi, Mrs. Gernenz, Mrs. Roudis, Mr. Leve, Mrs. Gaffigan, Mrs. Boresi, Mrs. Bajt, Mrs. Rink, Miss O’Donnell, Ms. Miller, Mrs. Bormet, Mrs. Cowherd, Mrs. Ness, Mrs. Chernesky, Mrs. Vignocchi, Mrs. Anderson and Mr. Nicholson. These events take a lot of extra time, but thanks to the amazing CCIS staff we pulled it off!
• I want to recognize Miss Bajt for directing a fantastic and fun 5th grade concert.
• I want to recognize Mrs. Vignocchi for her time organizing and restocking the Book Fair.
• I want to recognize Mrs. Bontrager for a directing a wonderful 5th grade band concert and for offering the additional band recital.
• I want to recognize Mr. Reilly Radomski for helping to set up and clean up all of our special events during the last week of May.
• I want to recognize the PBS committee for volunteering during their lunch to monitor the talent show tryouts and practices: Mr. Leve, Mr. Nicholson, Mr. McCleary, Mrs. Roudis and Miss Marsala.
• I want to recognize the following staff members who received the weekly CCIS Kudos:
- Miss Bajt for directing a successful music concert
- Mrs. Anderson for her extra time helping a student
- Mrs. Rose for all her help with our Muffins with Me events
D. MIDDLE SCHOOL REPORT
Principal Johnson reported:
Calendar of Events:
May 27 - CCMS 8th Grade Promotion at CCHS – 6:00pm
May 30 - NO SCHOOL – Memorial Day
June 1 - Last Day of Student Attendance – 1:45pm Dismissal/School Picnic/Awards Day
June 2 - Teacher Institute Day/Summer Vacation Begins
July 11-15 - CCMS Summer Band Camp
CCMS Attendance:
6th Grade 163
7th Grade 161
8th Grade 181
Total 505
Month in Review:
• CCMS had multiple Fine Arts performances in the months of April/May to showcase and highlight the skills of our students both vocally and instrumentally.
• On April 28, the 7th Grade Chorus held their spring concert.
• On May 17, the 8th Grade Chorus performed their spring concert.
• Congratulations to both Choruses and to Mrs. McDowell on their performances.
• On May 3 and 5, Lynnae Bontrager and the CCMS Bands held their concerts in the CCHS Auditorium. All of the bands (5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7/8 Concert Band, Jazz Band) did an outstanding job and would like to commend Lynnae on the job she has done this year with the band program and the improvement her students have shown since the beginning of the school year.
• CCMS students participated in the Spring Aimsweb Benchmark Testing the week of May 2 – 6 to see what type of progress they have made in their reading and math skills.
• On May 14, CCMS Track and Field had an outstanding weekend at the IESA Watseka 3A Sectional. The Warriors qualified 16 athletes to the IESA State Finals on May 20 and 21 in East Peoria, IL.
State Qualifiers for the Warriors were:
7th Girls
Maddie Castle - 100m Hurdles
Amelia Collins - Pole Vault
8th Girls
Sydney Larson - 100m Hurdles
Kiersten Gabehart - 400m
Evelyn Wills - High Jump
7th Boys
Emmett Easton - Shot Put and Discus
Reese Fitzpatrick - High Jump
Parker Jacovec - Long Jump
Phil Larson - Pole Vault
8th Boys
Julian Micetich - 110m Hurdles
Rowan Fitzpatrick - High Jump
4x100 Relay - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, Colton Lemmons
4x400 Relay - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, Jordan Olson
In addition to our individual and relay performances, our teams also had a great weekend by taking the following places at the Sectional Meet:
7th Girls - Sectional Champions
8th Girls - 2nd Place
7th Boys - Sectional Champions
8th Boys - Sectional Champions
On May 20 and 21, the Track and Field State Qualifiers participated in the IESA 3A State Track Meet at East Peoria, IL. Results from the State Meet were:
7th Girls
Maddie Castle - 100m Hurdles – STATE CHAMPION!!!!
Amelia Collins - Pole Vault - No Height
8th Girls
Evelyn Wills - High Jump - 4th Place
Sydney Larson - 100m Hurdles - 8th Place
Kiersten Gabehart - 400m - 9th Place
7th Boys
Emmett Easton - Shot Put - 2nd Place/Discus - 10th Place
Phil Larson - Pole Vault - 8th Place
Reese Fitzpatrick - Shot Put - 10th Place
Parker Jacovec - Long Jump - 14th Place
8th Boys
Julian Micetich - 110m Hurdles - 8th Place
4x400 Relay - 8th Place - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, Jordan Olson
4x100 Relay - 13th Place - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, Colton Lemmons
Rowan Fitzpatrick - High Jump - No Height
• Congratulations to our CCMS Track and Field Coaches (Corey Mikula, Josh Quigley, Tommy Fatigante, Ashley Matsko and Meagan Van Duyne, Shawn Hamilton, John Micetich, Julie Micetich) and all of the Track and Field athletes on an outstanding season
• On April 28, the Guardian Angel of Will County Erin’s Law, sexual abuse and positive relationships.
• On May 13, CCMS 8th graders held their 8th Grade Celebration Dance. The dance theme was Carnival Night and the students had a great night of food and fun. Thanks to the CCMS 8th Grade parents who helped with the planning of this end of year event.
• On May 18, the following 7th grade students earned a day of learning by shadowing a Grundy County government official tomorrow:
1. Averie Hodgen and Max Kramer - Adult Probation
2. Liv Sulzberger – County Coroner.
3. Olivia Vota - County Board Secretary
4. Grace Goodwin and Ava Hone - EMA Director.
5. Emily Tazelar - County Treasurer
6. Wyatt Chase - County Sheriff.
• This day of learning is sponsored by the Grundy County 4-H Club. Thanks to Jim Hitchcock for helping the students with this assignment
• On May19, CCMS held their final BLT Meeting of the school year to look at interventions, data and make plans for the 2017-18 school year.
• CCMS held 5th Grade Step Up day on May 26. 5th grade students came to CCMS and were able to eat lunch, meet with Office Staff and get a guided tour from our new WEB Leaders during their time in the building.
• On May 26, 8th Grade went to Six Flags Great America for their class trip.
E. HIGH SCHOOL REPORT
Principal Kenney reported:
Calendar of Events:
Junest – Last day of final exams
June 6th -23th – Summer School Session #1
Recognition:
• Congratulations to Aidan Kostbade, Derek Carlson, and Chloe Peacock on their IHSMTA nominations for best actor/actress in a leading role. We are so proud of our theater program and the accolades our students received for their amazing performances.
• Congratulations to Coach Monbrum and the Lady Coalers for bringing home the regional softball title!
• Congratulations to Coach Wills and the Coalers for bringing home the regional baseball title!
• Congratulations to our 2022 CCHS graduates. Our Valedictorian was Shaela O’Keefe and Allison Hausman was our Salutatorian
• Congratulations to all of our 3-sport athletes!
• Congratulations to Christian Micetich and Collin Dames on qualifying for the IHSA State Track competition!
• Congratulations to Buddy Widlowski and Lance Cuddy on qualifying for the State Bass Fishing Tournament!
• Congratulations to Mrs. Lyons and Mrs. McDowell on their retirement!
Month in Review:
• May 2nd – 6th was Teacher Appreciation Week. We held a few games and enjoyed some treats. Thank you to our truly amazing teachers for all that you do to make CCHS a great place to be!
• May 2nd – 3rd, we conducted our Spring Benchmark testing through Aimsweb. The team will utilize this data to determine intervention help for the upcoming school year.
• May 2–12 was AP testing at CCHS. Over 150 AP tests were taken this year by our students. A special thank you to Allison Peterson and Erin Dransfeldt for proctoring the 11 exams.
• May 16-18, Mr. Leman hosted JJC and their annual ALEKS testing at CCHS. This testing helps our students to earn JJC credit for their dual credit math courses.
• On May 15th, we held our high school graduation ceremony. Thank you to all that were a part of this special occasion as we sent 151 students off on their next journey.
Current Enrollment Figures as of May 26th, 2022
9th Grade - 145
10th Grade - 137
11th Grade - 149
12th Grade - 161
Total = 592
Discipline Report from April 28 – May 26
Infraction Totals:
Fighting 2
Vaping material/Vaping 3
Cell Phone Infractions 1
Theft 1
Class Cut 11
Safety Violation 1
Driving Violation 1
Threat 1
Verbal Confrontation 1
Profanity 2
Aggressive Behavior 1
Harassment 1
Totals: 26
F. SPECIAL POPULATIONS REPORT
Director Krippel reported:
Coaler Academy Update:
Michelle Painter will be in attendance at the June Board meeting to provide the school board with an update on Coaler Academy along with Mr. Krippel. Since the beginning of the program, Coaler Academy has evolved to serve numerous students with various needs. The move to Coal City High School has also been very beneficial to the students of the district as it allows for hybrid scheduling and the ability to serve more students. Mrs. Painter and Mrs. Manietta have been instrumental in the success of the program and deserve the highest recognition for their daily efforts.
Preschool for All (PFA) Monitoring Evaluation:
Because our district receives the Preschool for All (PFA) grant, the Illinois State Board of Education requires a monitoring visit each year. This year’s visits took place on April 11th and April 13th. The attachments below provide our scores based on five categories. Our program scored highest in the “program structure” with a combined score of 6.67 out of a possible 7 points. The area in which the program needs some improvement is the “space and furnishings” category where we received a combined score of 4.57. The feedback provided by the state indicated that not all the furniture within the classroom was appropriate for preschool students. For example, some of the chairs were too large and did not allow students’ feet to touch the ground. This will be the focus of our improvement plan that will be submitted to the state and then implemented for the 2022-2023 school year. PFA funds will be used to purchase additional or more appropriate furniture if necessary.
Request For Proposals - Before and After School Child Care Provider: The district has received proposals from Step-by-Step Child Care Center and the local YMCA. The proposals will be reviewed by the Director of Special Populations and Board Member Mary Gill. The RFP’s are attached for the board’s review below.
Talented and Gifted Plan (TAG):
The TAG team completed their evaluation and amendment process of the TAG plan. The updated plan will include the following changes:
● The TAG program previously included grades 3-8. After meeting with the team numerous times, the consensus was that it is more appropriate to begin the program in grade 4. The main reason for not including grade 3 is because students do not take a standardized test (IAR) until the end of grade 3. Without a standardized score, accurately determining TAG students is challenging and ultimately unreliable.
● Students who qualify for the TAG program in grade 4 will remain in the TAG program in grade 5 as well. All students will then be reevaluated for the program prior to entering grade 6 at the middle school. Previously, students were reevaluated each year for the TAG program. This change provides more stability to the program and more importantly, gives students an extended opportunity to be exposed to the TAG program.
● Adjustments were made to the evaluation criteria used to identify TAG students. Overall, more weight was given to standardized assessments such as the IAR. Aimsweb assessments for math and reading will continue to be used but composite scores will be used rather than percentiles in the past. This will further narrow the students who receive points on the TAG matrix which will provide more accurate identification of students. The draft of the TAG plan is available below:
Special Populations Data:
| Coal City Schools IEP Data | |||||
| ECC | ES | IS | MS | HS | District |
| 146 | 50 | 37 | 49 | 63 | 345 |
| +2 since May 1st | +2 since May 1st | -2 since May 1st | +1 since May 1st | +2 since May 1st | +5 since May 1st |
| Coal City Schools 504 Data | |||||
| ECC | ES | IS | MS | HS | Total |
| 5 | 6 | 13 | 30 | 50 | 104 |
| +1 since May 1st | -2 since May 1st | -1 since May 1st | |||
| Coaler Academy Data | ||||
| Full Time | Hybrid | Intervention | Total Students | Pending Referrals |
| 3 | 16 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| Out of District Placements | ||||
| Elim | Morris HS (ELL) | Oswego SD308 | High Road | Total Students |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
| Miscellaneous Student Data | |
| ELL | Homeless |
| 19 | 9 |
| Preschool for All Grant (PFA) | |
| Current Students | Open Spots |
| 59 | 1 |
| Overall Preschool Numbers | |||
| Current Students | IEP Openings | At-Risk Openings | Waitlist |
| 177/180 | 3 | 0 | 21 |
Full Time Reading Specialist - CCIS
Paraprofessionals - Anticipated for 22-23 School Year
G. CURRICULUM REPORT
Director Elledge reported:
Professional Development
Departments and buildings have had an opportunity to suggest ideas for professional learning for next year. We will formulate our plan for professional learning after the board strategic session has been held so we’ll have an opportunity to incorporate all ideas before setting our plan.
Spring Testing
Standardized testing has concluded for the year. We have raw preliminary scores from the IAR. We will have scores for PSAT and SAT this Friday. We will not have clean data until mid-summer or comparison data until the Fall.
For the first time in a couple of years Summative Designations will be reinstated for each of our school buildings. As a reminder there are 4 labels possible: Exemplary, Commendable, Targeted and Comprehensive. Our middle school and high school were last designated as commendable and our smaller buildings were all exemplary. What each of those designations mean is shown below:
*Exemplary – Schools performing in the top 10 percent of schools statewide with no underperforming student groups.
*Commendable – A school that has no underperforming student groups, a graduation rate greater than 67 percent, and whose performance is not in the top 10 percent of schools statewide.
*Targeted – A school in which one or more student groups is performing at or below the level of the “all students” group in the lowest performing 5 percent of schools.
*Comprehensive – A school that is in the lowest-performing 5 percent of schools in Illinois and any high school with a graduation rate of 67 percent or less.
Department News
We will begin summer curriculum work this Friday. Nearly all departments will be working at least the first week of June to improve their assessments. As always, a huge thanks goes out to the department leaders that lead this process during the summer. Improvement would be impossible without their leadership.
H. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Mr. Spencer reported:
1. At the April 6, 2022 Board meeting, the Board authorized the Superintendent to employ personnel as needed due to current candidate shortage. The following will be employed for the 2022 – 2023 school year, pending satisfactory completion of all state requirements:
Certified Staff:
Richard Taylor – Science Teacher the High School – Mr. Taylor will replace Mr. Welzen who is resigning at the conclusion of the 2021 – 2022 school year.
Transfers:
Tricia Hall – 8th Grade ELA Teacher at the Middle School – Ms. Hall is transferring to the Intermediate School as the 5th Grade Teacher. Ms. Hall is replacing Ms. Bormet who is transferring to the 2nd Grade Teacher position at the Elementary School.
Moree Harney – Assistant Secretary at the Intermediate School – Ms. Harney will transfer to a full-time Classroom Aide for 5th Grade for the 2022 – 2023 school year.
Support Staff
Rebecca Acred – 1:1 Aide at the Early Childhood Center – Ms. Acred first day will be Thursday, May 12, 2022; this is a new position at the Early Childhood Center.
2. There will be a Board hosted end-of-year breakfast on June 2 for District employees where Dr. Bugg will recognize faculty who are retiring or leaving the district. Individuals to be acknowledged and/or recognized are:
| Retiring | Position | Years of Service |
| Cathy Lyons | Math Teacher | 28 |
| Bonnie McDowell | Music/Choir Teacher | 27 |
| Dr. Kent A. Bugg | Superintendent | 22 |
| Sue Aichele | Accounts Payable | 18 |
| Melissa Vigna | K-3 Nurse | 17.17 |
| Amy Aichele | Reading Specialist | 14 |
| Celeste Sheridan | Curriculum & Assessment Asst. | 13.17 |
| Nancy Mahoney | IT/Data Support | 10.67 |
| Resigning | Position | Years of Service |
| Megan Henze | Special Ed. Teacher – Transitions Program | 13 |
| Mallory Betken | 3rd Grade Teacher | 9 |
| Arica Naiden | 1st Grade Teacher | 6 |
| Amanda Herrera-Ford | Human Resources | 5.67 |
| Kara Claypool | Speech Pathologist | 5 |
| Joshua Welzen | Science Teacher | 4 |
| Allison Tjelle | Special Ed. Teacher – Cross Category | 3 |
3. A total of $99,374 in scholarships were awarded during the 2021 – 2022 school year.
4. Monthly student enrollment figures
DATES TO REMEMBER
June 1 – Last Day of Student Attendance – Early Release
June 2 – Teacher’s Institute Day – Last contractual day for certified staff
June 6 – Joint Annual Conference registration opens @ 8:00 a.m.
June 26 – Open House for retiring Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg @ CCHS from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
June 29 – Board Study Session of the Whole Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
June 30 – Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg’s last day (last day in the office will be June 24)
I. GRUNDY AREA VOCATIONAL CENTER REPORT
Mr. Lander reported:
1. Director Copes reported that GAVC will begin a process for choosing architectural services.
2. FY23 student enrollments remain at a historical high. All staffing needs for FY23 have been addressed.
3. The FY23 budget process is still in progress. Member districts will see an increase in costs due to the impact of the new collective bargaining agreement and the impact of a larger student enrollment. More information will be shared at the June Board meeting.
4. Approved Brian Wright as the new Building Trades instructor.
5. Approved Roger Nelson as the Welding Classroom Assistant.
6. Accepted the resignations of Mike Ringa (Part-Time Fire Science Instructor) and Mary Lopez (Building Trades Teaching Assistant).
7. Approved R. Craig Ortiz as the FY23 BOC chairperson and the FY23 meeting dates as presented.
8. Approved the posting of the part-time Fire Science Instructor position.
9. Approved the FY23 organizational sponsors as per the current GAVC collective bargaining agreement: Joe Terrel (Skills USA), Deb Eungard (Skills USA), Melissa Smith (FFA), and Jennifer Shell (HOSA).
10. Approved posting the Dean of Students position for FY23.
11. Approved posting the Special Education position for FY23.
J. ATHLETIC DIRECTOR REPORT
Athletic Director Dan Hutchings reported:
Athletic Report:
Softball Regional Champs
● May 25, 2022 Coal City vs. Bishop Mac 4:30 at Herscher Sectional
● All-Conference - Makayla Henline, Abigail Gagliardo, Kerigan Copes
● Consolation Champs WJOL Tournament
● 15-15 overall record, 7-7 ICE record
Baseball Regional Champs
● May 26, 2022Coal City vs. Chicago Leo at Joliet Catholic Sectional
● 19-8 overall record, 11-3 ICE conference Record
● All-Conference - Aydan Murphey, Ashton Harvey, Nolan Berger, Brady Best, Braden Reilly, Abram Wills
● IHSBCA All Region ICE Offensive Player of the Year - Ashton Harvey
● IHSBCA All Region ICE Pitcher of the Year - Abram Wills
Track and Field
● IHSA Girls Track Sectional – No State Qualifiers
● IHSA State Qualifier Colin Dames - Shot Put
● IHSA State Qualifier Christian Micetich- 300m Hurdles
● Girls Track ICE Conference Champs
● All-Conference - Lilly Feisley (High Jump, Long Jump), Adaline Dowling (800m, 1600m), Mia Rodriguez (Shot Put)
Girls Soccer
● 10-9 Overall Record, Ice Record 4-3
● All-Conference - Cara Planeta, Audrey Cooper, and Addyson Mellen
● JV Record 8-1
Boys Tennis
● 2-14 overall record
Athletic Physicals:
June 16, 2022 at High School from 8:00am - 12:00pm
Cost - $20 - Provided by Morris Hospital
Recognition:
63 high school and middle school 3 sport athletes will be recognized on May 23, 2022 Middle School Track Highlights:
7th Girls
Maddie Castle - 100m Hurdles - STATE CHAMPION!!!!
Amelia Collins - Pole Vault - No Height
8th Girls
Evelyn Wills - High Jump - 4th Place
Sydney Larson - 100m Hurdles - 8th Place
Kiersten Gabehart - 400m - 9th Place
7th Boys
Emmett Easton - Shot Put - 2nd Place/Discus - 10th Place
Phil Larson - Pole Vault - 8th Place
Reese Fitzpatrick - Shot Put - 10th Place
Parker Jacovec - Long Jump - 14th Place
8th Boys
110m Hurdles - 8th Place - Julian Micetich
4x400 Relay - 8th Place - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, and Jordan Olson
4x100 Relay - 13th Place - Julian Micetich, Mason Hamilton, Gavin Berger, Mason Garner, and Colton Lemmons
High Jump - No Height - Rowan Fitzpatrick
Section 5
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR
1. In regard to agenda items
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.)
Section 6
OLD BUSINESS
A. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE PROVIDER SERVICES
In 2014 – 2015, the Board implemented a before and after school child care program for grades K - 5. A request for proposal for the 2022 – 2023, 2023 – 2024, and 2024 – 2025 school years was available on the district website. Proposals from Step-by-Step and YMCA were opened on May 26, 2022.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To accept the proposal from _______ to provide before and after school care services for grades K – 5, as presented.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
B. DISCUSSION/ACTION TO DESIGNATE THE FISCAL YEAR AND ADOPT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING AND BOARD STUDY SESSION OF THE WHOLE MEETING DATES 2022 - 2023
The Board of Education needs to establish the fiscal year of the district and the meeting dates for the fiscal year. Since January 2013, the regular Board meetings have been held on the first Wednesday of each month and the Board Study Session of the Whole meetings have been held on the last Wednesday each month. The Board previously stated that Board meetings should not be held on holidays.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To establish July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 as the fiscal year and approve the 2022 – 2023 Board of Education meeting dates and Board Study Session of the Whole meeting dates as presented.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
C. DISCUSSION ON FY23 KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT
At the April 27 Board Study Session, the Board discussed possibly adding a 7th section at the Early Childhood Center for Kindergarten based on enrollment numbers. Mr. Spencer will provide the Board with an update on Kindergarten enrollment numbers and discuss possibly adding a another section at the Early Childhood Center.
D. DISCUSSION ON FY23 BOARD STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
Board member Shawn Hamilton and Mr. Spencer will update the Board on the planning process for the FY23 Strategic Planning Process.
Section 7
NEW BUSINESS
A. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON RENEWAL OF PRESS PLUS SUBSCRIPTION
PRESS Plus provides suggested policy updates to district policies through a password protected online site dedicated to the board’s policy manual. The annual subscription will start July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the renewal of the PRESS Plus annual subscription at a cost of $4,195.00.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
B. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON IASB MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
Fiscal year 2022 – 2023 membership in the Illinois Association of School Board is due for renewal. IASB continues to provide many excellent services for its membership such as the website, print publications, lobbying and consultations with staff. It also offers reduced fee for-service programs such as executive searches, policy services, in-district and regional workshops, and the annual conference.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the FY23 membership renewal with the Illinois Association of School Boards at a cost of $7,625.00.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
C. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON CONSENT AGENDA OF RESOLUTIONS
The Board must annually approve resolutions regarding investing of school funds, IMRF representatives, student activity funds, depositories of funds, authorized signatures, and appointment of child nutrition program agent. The consent agenda of resolutions include the following resolutions:
• Resolution Naming Depository of Student Activity Funds, Appointing Treasurers and Respective Bonds, and Authorizing signatures on Student Activity Accounts
• Resolution Naming Depositories of School Funds, Approving the Treasurer, Authorizing Signatures and Respective Bonds on the Coal City Community Unit School District No. 1 Bank Accounts at Midland States Bank, BMO Harris Bank, Busey Bank, Bank of Pontiac, and PMA Securities, Inc.
• Resolution To Appoint I.M.R.F. Representative
• Resolution Appointing Child Nutrition Program Agent
• Resolution Distributing Interest Earned on Scholarships’ Anderson, Kaplan, and Rashke Funds
• Resolution Distributing Corporate Personal Property Replacement Tax Monies
• Resolution Designating A Homeless Education Liaison
• Resolution To Regulate Expense Reimbursement
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the consent agenda of resolutions as presented, and to waive the reading of the resolutions.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
D. FIRST READING ON REVISED DISTRICT POLICIES
The following District Policies have been revised and submitted for review:
| 2:150-AP | Superintendent Committees |
| 2:230 | Public Participation at School Board Meetings and Petitions to the Board |
| 3:70 | Succession of Authority |
| 4:10 | Fiscal and Business Management |
| 4:60-AP4, E1 | Internal Procedures for Procurement Transactions |
| 4:70 | Resource Conversation |
| 4:110-AP2 | Bus Driver Communication Devices; Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspection; and Bus Driving Comments |
| 4:170-AP1,
E1 | Accident or Injury Form |
| 4:170-AP1,
E2 | Memo to Staff Members Regarding Contacts by Media About a Crisis |
| 4:170-AP4 | National Terrorism Advisory System |
| 4:180 | Pandemic Preparedness; Management; and Recovery |
| 4:108-AP1 | School Action Steps for Pandemic Influenza or Other Virus/Disease |
| 5:40 | Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease |
| 5:40-AP | Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease |
| 5:70 | Religious Holidays |
| 5:80 | Court Duty |
| 5:110 | Recognition for Service |
| 5:130-AP | Email Retention |
| 5:140 | Solicitations By or From Staff |
| 5:220-E | Unsatisfactory Performance Report for Substitute Teachers |
| 5:240 | Suspension |
| 5:270-E | Notice of Employment |
| 6:70 | Teaching About Religions |
| 6:70-AP | Teaching About Religions |
| 6:80 | Teaching About Controversial Issues |
| 6:120-AP3 | Service Animals |
| 6:120-AP3,
E1 | Guidelines for Service Animals in School Facilities |
| 6:140 | Education of Homeless Children |
| 6:140-AP | Education of Homeless Children |
| 6:250-E | Resource Person and Volunteer Information Form and Waiver of Liability |
| 6:290 | Homework |
| 6:330 | Achievement and Awards |
| 7:10-AP1 | Accommodating Transgender, Nonbinary, Students or Gender Non Cconforming Students |
| 7:10-AP2 | Accommodating Breastfeeding Students |
| 7:15 | Student and Family Privacy Rights |
| 7:60-AP2 | Establishing Student Residency |
| 7:140-AP | Use of Metal Detectors and Searches for Student Safety |
| 7:270 | Administering Medicines to Students |
| 7:270-AP1 | Dispensing Medication |
| 7:270-AP2 | Checklist for District Supply of Undesignated Asthma Medication, Epinephrine Injectors, Opioid Antagonists, and/or Glucagon |
| 7:270-E1 | School Medication Authorization Form |
| 7:285 | Anaphylaxis Prevention, Response, and Food Allergy Management Program |
| 7:285-AP | Implementing a Food Allergy Anaphylaxis Prevention, Response, and Management Program |
| 7:300-E1 | Agreement to Participate |
| 7:300-E3 | Authorization for Medical Treatment |
| 7:340-AP1,
E2 | Using a Photograph or Video Recording of a Student |
| 7:340-AP1,
E5 | Biometric Information Collection Authorization |
| 8:20-E | Application and Procedures for Use of School Facilities |
CSBO Jason Smith is recommending entering into a 4-year agreement with Proven IT for the lease of Toshiba copier equipment. Proven IT has been providing copiers for the district for the last 4-years and has provided quality service. They offer Toshiba equipment as a price savings alternative which is being recommended for Board consideration.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the 4-year lease agreement for Toshiba copier equipment and services as presented.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
F. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AMENDED LEASE AGREEMENT WITH AMERICAN CAPITAL
CSBO Jason Smith has made a recommendation to enter into an amended lease agreement with American Capital for the lease of new equipment. This amended agreement would cancel the current lease eliminating the $68,758.96 payment, and create a new lease of three annual payments of $82,854.69 per year.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the amended lease with American Capital as presented.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
G. DISCUSSION/ACTION SCHOOL SITE DONATION FROM GRUNDY COUNTY
A School Site Donation in the amount of $3,075.83 has been received from Grundy County. A resolution has been prepared for acceptance of the school site donation.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the resolution accepting the School Site Donation in the amount of $3,075.83 from Grundy County, and to waive the reading of the resolution.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
H. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON THE MEMO OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COAL CITY COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #1 BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE COAL CITY COMMUNITY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION/IEA/NEA
This Memorandum of Understanding aligns the Retirement Incentive language of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with current State statute regarding retirement under the Teacher Retirement System (TRS). Specifically, there is no longer a requirement of at least 35 years of creditable service with TRS to avoid a TRS penalty to the school district.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 and the Coal City Community Education Association/IEA/NEA as presented.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
I. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING DR. KENT A. BUGG FOR EXEMPLARY SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO COAL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1 AND A RESOLUTION DEDICATING THE COAL CITY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER TO THE LEGACY OF DR. BUGG
School Board President Ken Miller will discuss a resolution acknowledging the years of service, hard work and dedication of Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg, and a resolution dedicating the Performing Arts Center in Dr. Bugg’s honor. Dr. Bugg will retire at the conclusion of the 2021 – 2022 school year.
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the resolution recognizing the exemplary service of Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg, and to waive the reading of the resolution.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller
A SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the resolution dedicating the Coal City Performing Arts Center to the legacy of Superintendent Dr. Kent A. Bugg, and to waive the reading of the resolution.
Roll Call.
Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller Section 8
OPEN FOR ITEMS NOT KNOWN AT AGENDA PREPARATION TIME
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR
1. In regard to agenda items
2. In general (Limited to 5 minutes per person.)
Section 9
CLOSED SESSION (IF APPROPRIATE)
_______ moved and _______ seconded to go to closed session at ______ p.m. for the purpose of considering information regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees, and collective bargaining matters.
Roll Call.
Ayes: Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller Nays:
Motion CARRIED DENIED
____ moved and _____ seconded to return to open session at ______ p.m. Roll Call.
Ayes: Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, Ken Miller Nays:
Motion: CARRIED DENIED
When the Board returned to open session, President Miller called the regular meeting to order at _______ p.m. with the board members answering roll call present: Robert Bianchetta, Mary Gill, Shawn Hamilton, Quint Harmon, Chuck Lander, Steve Rogers, and Ken Miller.
BOARD STUDY SESSION OF THE WHOLE DATE: JUNE 29, 2022 @ 6:00 P.M. In Coal City CUSD #1 Administrative Center Boardroom
NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: JULY 6, 2022 @ 6:00 P.M. In Coal City CUSD #1 Administrative Center Boardroom
ADJOURNMENT
_____ moved and _____ seconded to adjourn the meeting at ________ p.m. President Miller asked if there was any opposition to the motion, hearing none considers the motion approved.
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