Grundy Reporter

Minooka Community High School District 111 Board of Education met Dec. 20.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

CALL TO ORDER

The regular meeting was called to order at 6:06 p.m. by Vice President Laura Hrechko. The meeting was held at Minooka Community High School-Central Campus in the Library. A physical quorum was present with the following board members answering roll call:

                                          YES      NO

• Mike Brozovich                         X

• Laura Hrechko            X

• Tim Juskiewicz           X (arrived at 6:21 p.m.)

• Mike Hoyt                   X

• Jim Grzetich               X

• Matt Shepard             X (via remote)

• Terry Spivey               X

Additionally, present were:

• Dr. Rob Schiffbauer   X

• John Troy                   X

• Dr. Phillip Pakowski   X

• Kristi Boe                   X

• Jamie Soliman           X

• Michele Williamson    X

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Spivey to approve Laura Hrechko President Pro Tem for the regular board meeting. Hearing no objections, the motion was approved. Time: 6:07 p.m.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

COMMUNICATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

The Varsity Madrigals gave a performance and Mr. Benware provided highlights of the program. PUBLIC COMMENTS

There were no public comments heard.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

Administrative reports were provided in the board packet for review.

Dr. Schiffbauer gave an update on the facilities committee meetings which were held in early December. The topic of discussion was the structure of the district. The majority of the committees expressed that they would like the district to remain as one district. In addition, Dr. Schiffbauer also acknowledged Amy Kelly and Dave Belden who earned their National Board Certification and thanked the Varsity Madrigals for the evening’s performance.

Regular Meeting Page 2 of 5 Wednesday, December 20, 2023

CONSENT AGENDA

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Spivey, to approve the consent agenda as presented:

A. Open Session Minutes

1. November 8, 2023 – Special Board Meeting

B. Financial Reports

1. Monthly Financial Reports

2. Payment of Bills/Total

3. Employee Payroll

4. Imprest Fund Report/Total

5. Activity Fund Report

6. Treasurer’s Report (Cash/YTD – Exp/Rev)

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 6:26 p.m.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

There was no Committee of the Whole meeting held in December.

Building and Grounds – Pre-construction and construction meeting minutes for the office building remodel were provided in the board packet for review.

Mr. Shepard gave an update for Buildings and Ground and reported that Helm, DuPue and Carrier are completing repairs.

GAVC meeting was held on November 14th and December 19th, 2023. Dr. Schiffbauer reported that discussed was the facilities and growth of the program. Mr. Coppes is in the process of working with Green and Associates on upgrading GAVC’s facilities. All member districts would have to agree to the expansion and Dr. Schiffbauer will keep the board

updated as information is received. It was noted that MCHS is the only district who offers CTE classes such as welding, woodshop, engineering and culinary. It was also discussed if a hybrid program is an option.

GCSEC met on November 15th and December 20th, 2023. Dr. Schiffbauer reported that there is an ongoing shortage of paraprofessional positions.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Educational Foundation Update:

The Educational Foundation update was included in the board packet for review. Dr. Schiffbauer stated that December 1st was the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with over 150 guests in attendance. He thanked the foundation members for the time they have put in and the next Ugly Christmas Sweater Party will be held December 6, 2024.

Press Packet 113 – First Reading:

The Press Packet 113 draft update was provided in the board packet for review. A first reading was held and Dr. Schiffbauer noted that Policy 2:200 - Types of School Board meetings, which included topics that can be discussed in closed session such as anyone who is issued a no trespass order can be discussed in closed session. Policy 2:220 - School Board Meeting Procedure, which includes unexpected childcare obligations for a quorum and participation by audio or video. Policy 6:60 - Curriculum Content, such as Native American History and the dangers of fentanyl are already included in the MCHS units of study. There were no questions or concerns and a second reading will be at the January committee meeting.

School Report Card:

The School Report Card data was provided in the board packet for review. Dr. Pakowski reported that seventy-five percent of the report card are Academic Indicators and twenty-five percent consists of School Quality and Student Success Indicators. MCHS is considered as a Tier 2 commendable status with an overall index score of 84.26. The graduation rate grew from 91% last year to 94.8% this year. Freshman on track improved from 84.1% last year to 91.6% this year. Dr. Pakowski also reported that areas of strengths are Science Proficiency. Areas of growth include chronic absenteeism which data from 5 labs will be collected for interventions. For ELA/Math Proficiency, each department will have a SAT related goal and will provide multiple test prep opportunities. To increase student and staff participation starting in January the goal is to provide students information on the importance of survey and to allow staff and students opportunities to complete of the climate survey.

Grundy County Reciprocal Reporting Agreement:

The Grundy County reciprocal reporting of criminal offenses by students’ agreement was provided in the board packet for review. This is renewed pending board approval every 2 years. This shares information with the States Attorney office of criminal offenses by students. There were no objections from board members and it is anticipated for approval at the end of the regular meeting.

Bleacher Purchase for Main Gym – Central Campus:

Dr. Schiffbauer reported the need to replace and upgrade the bleachers in the main gym at Central Campus. It will add a little more seating as well as better accessibility for students and guests. The estimated cost of the bleacher purchase is approximately $400,000 through a cooperative purchasing program. There were no objections from board members to proceed with the bleacher order.

Boiler/Chiller Water Side Stream Filters – Central Campus:

Mr. Troy reported that the pumps in the boiler system are failing due to the sediment from corrosion in the water pipes. Pictures of the corroded water pipes were provided in the board packet for review. A quote from Helm was received for 3 filters to be installed but Mr. Piper feels that having 2 filters installed would be sufficient and a 3rd filter could be added later if needed. The cost for each filter is $13,923 each. There were no objections from board members to proceed and to replace two side stream filters. Mr. Troy also brought to board members attention at South Campus the recommendation to rebuild the chiller and water tower. Mr. Troy reported that the cost to rebuild the chiller is approximately $90,000 and water tower is estimated at $450,000. Mr. Troy would like to bring in another company for a second look before a recommendation is made. Mr. Troy will provide more information at the January meeting for consideration.

Thespians – Overnight Request:

The Thespians overnight request was provided in the board packet for review. There were no objections for theatre students to attend the Illinois Theatre Fest at Illinois State University and is anticipated for approval at the end regular board meeting.

ACTION ITEMS

Approval of the FY23 Tentative Levy as presented:

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Hoyt to approve the FY23 Tentative Levy as presented. Voting Aye: Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard, Spivey. Voting to Abstain: Juszkiewicz. Motion carried. Time: 7:03 p.m.

Approval of the Grundy County Reciprocal Agreement as presented:

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Spivey, to approve the Grundy County Reciprocal Agreement as presented. Voting Aye: Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard and Spivey. Motion carried. Time: 7:03 p.m.

Regular Meeting Page 4 of 5 Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Approval of a Contract with Helm for the installation of Two Side Stream Filters at a Cost of $13,923 each as presented.

MOTION: by Spivey, seconded by Grzetich to approve a Contract with Helm for the installation of Two Sides Stream Filters at a Cost of $13,923 each as presented. Voting Aye: Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard, Spivey, Juskiewicz, and Hoyt. Motion carried. Time: 7:04 p.m.

Approval of the Thespians Overnight Trip Request as presented.

MOTION: by Juskiewicz, seconded by Hoyt, to approve of the Thespians Overnight Trip as presented. Voting Aye: Grzetich, Shepard, Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, and Hrechko. Time: 7:04 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Hoyt to adjourn the meeting to executive session for the purpose of discussing matters related to minutes, the appointment, compensation, discipline, dismissal, employment and performance of specific employees of the district and student discipline, and collective bargaining.

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:05 p.m.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Spivey to return to open session.

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:37 p.m.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION

Closed Session Minutes

MOTION: by Spivey, seconded by Grzetich, to approve the closed session minutes as presented:

• November 8, 2023 Executive Special Meeting

Voting Aye: Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, and Shepard. Motion carried. Time: 7:38 p.m.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Juskiewicz to approve that all of the closed session minutes reviewed from the time period of July 2022 through December 2022 and the summary of previous review of minutes of September 2003 through June 2022 remain closed and not subject to public examination as there is a need for confidentiality which still exists, and to approve that the audio recordings from January 2022 through June 2022 are no longer required by law to be maintained and can be destroyed. It is noted that 18 months have passed since being made and the board has approved the particular minutes of those meetings.

Voting Aye: Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich and Shepard. Motion carried. Time: 7:40 p.m. Personnel

Resignation/Retirement(s):

MOTION: by Juskiewicz, seconded by Grzetich, to accept the following resignation/retirement(s) as presented:

Melissa Carusso - Social Worker - eff. 6/30/2027 - Retirement

Brook Gierke - Teacher - Science - eff. 12/22/2023 - Resignation

Amy Lyons - Teacher - Physical Education - eff. 6/30/2028 Retirement

Noah Easter - Assistant Volleyball (Boys) - eff. 12/14/23 Resignation

Hearing no objections, the motion was approved. Time: 7:40 p.m.

Employment:

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Spivey, to approve the Director of Transportation effective January 8, 2024, as presented, pending proper paperwork and background check deemed favorable by the MCHS #111 Administration:

Everlena Smith - Director of Transportation - $95,000 prorated

Voting Aye: Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard, Spivey, Juskiewicz, and Hoyt. Motion carried 7:40 p.m.

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Grzetich, to approve the employment of the following certified staff member(s) for the 2023/2024 school year as presented, pending proper paperwork and background check deemed favorable by the MCHS #111 Administration:

Rhiannon Seaborg - First Year Probationary Teacher - Science (BA/1)

Voting Aye: Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard and Spivey. Motion carried 7:41 p.m.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Hoyt, to approve the employment of the following support staff member(s) as presented, pending proper paperwork and background check deemed favorable by the MCHS #111 Administration:

Kathryn Porter - Campus Monitor - Student Services ($19.00/hr.)

Voting Aye: Shepard, Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, and Grzetich. Motion carried. Time: 7:42 p.m.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Spivey, to approve the following extracurricular employment for the 2023/2024 school year as presented, pending proper paperwork and background check deemed favorable by the MCHS #111 Administration:

Keegan Manning - Lacrosse (Boys) Assistant Coach - Step 1

Kimberly Minarich - Pit Orchestra Sponsor - Step 5

Matthew Holmes - Lacrosse (Boys) Assistant Coach - Step 1

Voting Aye: Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, Shepard, Spivey, and Juskiewicz, Motion carried. Time: 7:43 p.m.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Hoyt, to approve the E-Learning Memorandum of Understanding with the Minooka Education Association as presented.

Voting Aye: Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, and Shepard. Motion carried. Time: 7:43 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Spivey to adjourn the meeting.

Voting Aye: Spivey, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Hrechko, Grzetich, and Shepard. Motion carried. Time: 7:43 p.m.

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