Minutes of Work Session
July 10, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Work Session of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Monday, July 10, 2023, beginning at 5:30 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present President Sunderman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones. Absent: Vice President Honeyman

Honeyman entered at 5:32 p.m.

4. SiteLogiQ Discussion and Information
Darrin Overton, Site LogiQ, reported on the community group sessions and its recommendations. The survey shows top recommendations include safety/security and renovating Family Consumer Science/CTE rooms along with the community willing to have a $10-12 monthly increase in taxes. Gilbert Thomas, community group member, reported 15 community members took part in listening and asking questions about the SAVE, voted PPEL, and General Obligation bond. More District communication is encouraged about student and staff goals and accomplishments. The recommendation to the Board is up to a $2.00 GO bond for 20 years. Others from the community group encouraged the Board and staff to communicate the needs and whys of passing a bond.

5. Other
The Board discussed the options of voted PPEL of $1.34 and a GO bond of up to $2.00.  They want to see a facility plan for the next five to ten years.

6. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Minutes of Regular Meeting
July 12, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, July 12, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, and Bergren. Absent: Boysen and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 3-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 3-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the June 28, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the July 10, 2023 Work Session
6.3 Approve Bills
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 1 - South Page, seventh grade (Kennedy Hull)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.5 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: none
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: Zach Goering, 9-12 Girls Assistant Basketball Coach effectively immediately                      

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       None
7.2 Finance Report
       Mrs. McKinnon is waiting for the FY22 audit and continuing to wrap up FY23 finances.
7.3 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia is gathering data for the facilities committee and working with SiteLogiQ.
7.4 Board Correspondence
       None

 Jones entered at 5:03 p.m.

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving 2023-2024 Student Handbooks
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the Elementary and Jr/Sr. High student handbooks for the 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 4-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving IASB Legislative Priorities for 2024
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve Pre-School, Special Education, Mental Health, and SSA as the four IASB Legislative Priorities for
      FY23.  Motion carried 4-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Student Fees for the 2023-24 School Year
      A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the $45 student activity ticket fee, $30 PK-6 instructional fee and $50 for 7-12 instruction fee for the
     2023-24 school year. Motion carried 3-1. Nay - Jones.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the Nursing Agreement with Clarinda Regional Health Center
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the Nursing Contract with the Clarinda Regional Health Center for $105,000 for the 2023-2024 school
      year.  Motion carried 3-0. Abstained - Jones.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Shared Transportation Director Agreement
       A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the shared personnel agreement with Stanton for the Transportation Director for the 2023-2024 school year.
       Motion carried 4-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving Moving Class of 2023 Funds to Classes of 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027
       A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve dividing the class of 2023 remaining balance of $620.68 evenly between the classes of 2024, 2025,
       2026, and 2027. Motion carried 4-0.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Canceling the July 26, 2023 Board Meeting
       A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve canceling the July 26 regular meeting. Motion carried 4-0.

9. Meeting Announcements
      9.1 A work session will be on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at McKinley
      9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 5:26 p.m.  Motion carried 4-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

  

 

Following the meeting, the Board will tour Garfield Elementary and Jr./Sr. High buildings with Maintenance Director, Justin Ridnour. No action will be taken and the Board will return to McKinley for the Work Session.

Minutes of Work Session
July 12, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Work Session of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, July 12, 2023, beginning at 6:30 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 6:29 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, and Jones.  Absent Boysen.

4. SiteLogiQ Discussion and Information
Matt Trenkle and Jeff Miller, Site LogiQ, gave an update on the 7/8 classroom addition project at the Jr./Sr. High. Currently, it is in the design phase with anticipation of the bidding phase beginning in 2023 fall. Phase 1 will include interior HVAC, electrical, and lighting in the summer of 2024. Phase II will include classroom construction in the summer of 2025.

5. Other
None

6. Adjournment
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m.  Motion carried 4-0.

 

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Minutes of Special Meeting
July 21, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Friday, July 21, 2023, beginning at 12:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman (via telephone), Boysen, and Jones (via telephone). Absent: Bergren.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0.

6. New Business
6.1 Discuss and Consider Setting Hearing for the Proposed Plans Specifications, and Form of Contracts, and Estimated Total Cost of the Pre-purchase of Equipment
      for the Construction of 2024
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to set August 9, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Central Office Boardroom as the date, time, and place for a public hearing
     on the proposed plans specifications, form of contracts, and estimated total cost of the pre-purchase of equipment for the construction of 2024. A roll call vote was taken:
     Jones – Aye, Honeyman – Aye, Boysen – Aye, Sunderman – Aye. Motion carried 4-0.

6.2 Consider Approving Resolution to Set Hearing for the Sale of District Property
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the resolution to set setting August 9, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Central Office Boardroom as the date,
      time, and place for a public hearing on the sale of PART OF LOTS 12 AND 13 OF CLARINDA INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, PLAT NO. 1, CITY
      OF CLARINDA, PAGE COUNTY, IOWA located at 1180 South 16^th Street. A roll call vote was taken: Boysen – Aye, Sunderman – Aye, Jones – Aye, Honeyman – Aye.
      Motion carried 4-0.

7. Meeting Announcements
    7.1 A work session will be on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley  
    7.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley

8. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to adjourn the meeting at 12:04 p.m.  Motion carried 4-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Work Session
July 31, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Work Session of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Friday, July 31, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
 

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, and Boysen. Absent: Jones.

Jones entered at 5:01 p.m.

4. Piper Sandler Discussion and Information
Travis Squires discussed the SAVE bond financing along with the current finances and expenses of the District. He also discussed financing if the Board decides to go to a General Obligation Bond.

5. SiteLogiQ Discussion and Information
Darren Overton discussed the next mailer going out to the public with information on the District, survey, SAVE projects, and next steps. Mailer number two will have information for a General Obligation bond if the Board decides to place it on the ballot. He discussed community groups and options to get the projects and possible bond information out to the towns and the rural areas. Connor Wohlenhaus discussed the phase I and II projects and estimated costs along with five-year and ten-year projects. Jeff Herzberg discussed the projects and timelines.

6. Other
None

7. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 6:53 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
August 9, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, August 9, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Public Hearing on the Proposed Sale of Property for $421,000 to Clarinda Carnegie Museum
     At 5:01 p.m. President Sunderman declared the start of the hearing on the proposed sale of property for $421,000 to Clarinda Carnegie Museum. Hearing no verbal, and
     receiving no written objections to the proposed sale of property for $421,000 to Clarinda Carnegie Museum, President Sunderman closed the hearing at 5:02 p.m.

7. Public Hearing for the Proposed Plans Specifications, and Form of Contracts, and Estimated Total Cost of the Pre-purchase of Equipment for the Construction of
     2024
     At 5:03 p.m. President Sunderman declared the start of the hearing on the proposed plans specifications, and forms of contracts, and estimated total cost of the pre-purchase
     of equipment for the construction of 2024. Hearing no verbal, and receiving no written objections plans specifications, and forms of contracts, and estimated total cost of the
     pre-purchase of equipment for the construction of 2024, President Sunderman closed the hearing at 5:04 p.m.

8.1 Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
8.1 Approve Minutes of the July 12, 2023 Regular Meeting
8.2 Approve Minutes of the July 12, 2023 Work Session
8.3 Approve Minutes of the July 21, 2023 Special Meeting
8.4 Approve Minutes of the July 31, 2023 Work Session
8.5 Approve Bills
8.6 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 10 - Bedford, kindergarten (Dillon Judd), fourth grade (Chloe Hardee), fourth grade (Jewell Payne), seventh grade (Adrianna Payne),
      eighth grade (Aliyah Payne); South Page, kindergarten (Beckett Williams), third grade (Konnor Williams), eighth grade (Micah Edwards); tenth grade (Andrew York);  
      Villisca – kindergarten (Lola Strong)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 3 - CAM, fourth grade (Tate Arnold), fifth grade (Audrianna Arnold), sixth grade (Lyla Lee’Brooms)
8.7 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: Logan Henry, Junior Class Sponsor, effective 2023-24 school year
                 Daiton Martin, 9^th Grade Volleyball Coach, effective 2023-24 school year
                 Jacob Privia, 9-12 Girls Assistant Basketball Coach, effective 2023-24 school year
                 Emily Wood, Ass’t Volleyball Coach, upon suitable licensure for 2023-24 school year
                 Miranda Wilson, 9-12 Student Council Advisor, effective 2023-24 school year
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: Macy Strickland, Girls Assistant Volleyball Coach, effective immediately
8.8 Approve Volunteer Coaches
      Chad Blank and Zach Goering for Football

9. Recognition and Reports
9.1 Administrator Report
      Mr. Lord reported fall activities have started with camps and practices. The sidewalk and fencing are done at the track. The new scoreboard is up and Scorevision is working
      on the software. Advertising packages are being sold for the track and gym scoreboards.
9.2 Finance Report
      McKinnon reported on the summer meal program. The auditors should be done with the FY22 audit later this month. The FY23 finances are nearing completion and she is
      starting work on the audit.
9.3 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia reported the administration team attended SAI (School Administration of Iowa) conference in Des Moines.
9.4 Board Correspondence
      Honeyman – The policy committee met to review the policy primers from IASB. The facilities committee met and discussed the football field, shed, and elementary fencing.
      Sunderman – The facility committee also discussed the contents left in the 1180 building and the current Jr./Sr. high school SAVE projects.

10. New Business
10.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Resolution for the Sale of District Property
         A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the resolution of the sale of part of lots 12 and 13 of Clarinda Industrial Development Corporation, plat
        number 1, City of Clarinda, IA, Page County Iowa for $421,000 to Clarinda Carnegie Museum. A roll call vote was taken: Honeyman – Aye, Jones – Aye, Sunderman –
        Aye, Bergren – abstained, Boysen – Aye. Motion carried 4-0.

10.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the Shared Agreement with Stanton for School Business Official
         A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the shared personal agreement with Stanton for the school business manager for the 2023-24 school year.
         Motion carried 5-0.

10.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Preschool Handbook
         A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the preschool handbook for the 2023-2024 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

10.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Beef Donation for the Culinary Arts Classes for 2023-24 School Year
         A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve beef donation for the culinary art classes for 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

10.5 Discuss and Consider Approving PTA Fundraisers
         A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Jones, to approve the PTA Scentsy fundraiser. Motion carried 5-0.

10.6 Discuss and Consider Approving Putting General Obligation on the November Ballot
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve putting a General Obligation Bond of $2.00 on the November 2023 ballot. Motion carried 5-0.

10.7 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of the IASB Policy Primer Volume 31 #4
         A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the first reading of the attached policy primers. Motion carried 5-0.

10.8 Discuss and Consider Approving FY24 Consortium Agreement with Glenwood
        A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve the FY24 Consortium Agreement with Glenwood. Motion carried 5-0.

10.9 Discuss and Consider Approving the Recycling, Disposal, and/or Sale of District Items
         A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Boysen, to approve the recycling, disposal, and/or sale of District items located at the 1180 building. Motion carried 4-0.
        Bergren – abstained.

10.10 Consider going into a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge, is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to go into closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).  A roll call vote was taken: Boysen - Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Sunderman – Aye; Jones - Aye; Bergren - Aye. The motion passed on a unanimous vote and the Board entered into closed session at 5:35 pm.

Board came back into open session at 5:49 p.m.

10.11 Discuss and Consider Any Action from the Closed Session
          A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Boysen, to approve the administration's recommendation to terminate head football coach, Collin Bevins of his duties for
          the 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

11. Meeting Announcements
      11.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley

12. Adjournment
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to adjourn the meeting at 5:51 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
August 23, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, August 23, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, and Boysen. Absent: Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 4-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the August 9, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 3 – South Page, first grade (Elias Olivas), preschool (Bryce Whitehill), eleventh grade (Destiny Lewis)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 2 – Shenandoah, ninth grade (Triniti Strough), eleventh grade (Makayla Holste)
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: none
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: Kathi Poore, paraprofessional, effective immediately
6.5 Approve Volunteer Coaches
      Andrea Mueller for Cheerleading                     

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Maintenance Report
      Mr. Ridnour reported the Capital Projects approved in April are getting completed; some painting will wait until break. The fencing around the track is complete and the
      scoreboard is up and running. The storage shed is close to completion. There are sixteen heat pumps down at Garfield; it is more cost-effective to replace ten of the units and
      parts on six of the units. He will get bids to replace units and bring to the Board.
7.2 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia reported Shopko sold items are getting picked up. The first day of school went well. He is working with Site LogiQ on getting heat pumps put in with the SAVE
       project.
7.3 Board Correspondence
      Boysen would like to see the paper activities calendars come back.
      Honeyman stated the PTA sold calendars this summer and may have extras. There was a good turnout for Meet the Teacher Night.
      Sunderman said Facility Committee is pushing for heat pumps to be put on Phase I projects.

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second and Final Reading of the IASB Policy Primer Volume 31 #4
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the second and final reading of the attached policy primers. Motion carried 4-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Waiving Student Activity Ticket Fees
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve waiving student activity ticket fees for the 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 4-0.

9.  Consider going into a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge, is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).
A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to go into closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).  A roll call vote was taken: Sunderman – Aye; Bergren – Aye; Boysen - Aye; Honeyman – Aye. The motion passed on a unanimous vote and the Board entered into closed session at 5:57 pm.

Board came back into open session at 7:03 p.m.

10. Discuss and Consider Any Action from the Closed Session
       No action taken.

11. Meeting Announcements
       11.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley

12. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 7:04 p.m. Motion carried 4-0.  

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
September 13, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, September 13, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the August 23, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 1 South Page, ninth grade (Dallyn Neudorff)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 9 – Essex, tenth grade (Sidney Warkentien), tenth grade (Haillie Kievit), seventh grade (Emily Kievit), kindergarten (Rylie Johnson);
           Shenandoah, ninth grade (Randi Davidson), eighth grade (Cash Randolph), ninth grade (Carter Randolph); CAM, tenth grade (Noelle Barley); Glenwood, Kindergarten
           (Melody Clague)
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: Phil Byers, Food Service, effective the 2023-24 school year
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: none
6.5 Approve Volunteer Coaches
      Ruth Regehr, Cross Country
      Cheyenne French, Volleyball                     

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Site LogiQ Report
      Matt Trenkle reported on the Jr./Sr. High project schedule, timelines, and design. Geoff Miller discussed the bidding phase and contractors. Bids should go out around
      November 3 with a deadline around December 13. Goals include starting the 7/8 addition in the spring and summer of 2024 with completion in the summer of 2025. Mr.
      Cox will be meeting with the 7/8 teachers and Mr. Ridnour to discuss the interior design of the addition.
7.2 Finance Report
      Mrs. McKinnon reported the Certified Annual Report will be certified by Friday. She will present the FY22 District Audit at the October meeting.  She has started to work
      on the Certified Enrollment.  She explained the yearly finance report.
7.3 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia continues to work with SiteLogiQ. He and Mr. Cox are presenting the GO Bond information to staff and community groups.
7.4 Board Correspondence
      Boysen has received positive comments that the 1180 building was sold.
      Sunderman said the facility committee met to discuss mowers for the district. He received appreciation for waiving activity ticket fees.

 8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the School Fundraisers
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the 2023-2024 district fundraisers. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Renewal of N-able Technologies LTD Quote      
      A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve renewing N-able Technologies LTD for $9234.77 as anti-virus and remote access program.  Motion carried
      5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Interactive Flat Panels Purchase
       A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve the purchase of interactive flat panels and carts for $7,322.54 from Bluum. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Athletic Booster Club Reimbursement
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the check for $8497.97 to the Clarinda Athletic Booster Club for the summer basketball, football,
      cheerleader, volleyball and cross-country camp registrations. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Meeting Announcements
       9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to adjourn the meeting at 6:09 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Special Meeting
September 21, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Thursday, September 21, 2023, beginning at 7:00 AM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Boysen, and Jones. Absent: Bergren

4. Audience to Visitors
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0. 

6. New Business
6.1 Resolution to Place General Obligation Bond Question on November 7 Ballot
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Jones, to approve the resolution ordering a special election on the issuance of up to $10,300,000 General Obligation School
      Bonds on the November 7, 2023 ballot to build, furnish, and equip additions to the middle school/high school, with related remodeling and improvements; to improve repair,
      remodel, furnish and equip the elementary school and middle school/high school; and to improve the sites. Roll call vote: Boysen – Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Jones – Aye;
      Sunderman – Aye. Motion carried 4-0.   

7. Meeting Announcements
    7.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.

8. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to adjourn the meeting at 7:05 a.m. Motion carried 4-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
September 27, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, September 27, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.
 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the September 13, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the September 21, 2023 Special Meeting
6.3 Approve Bills
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 0
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 1 – Southwest Valley, tenth grade (Christopher Hanshaw)
6.5 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
            Hires: 7/8 Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach effective the 2023-24 school year
            Transfers: none
            Resignations: none

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
      Mrs. Ehlers reported elementary is fully staffed; preschool is going well and no students are on the waiting list. Spanish classes have been added to 5/6^th grades. Fall FAST
      testing shows literacy and math proficiency have increased.  Professional learning has included the LETRS program and Amplify literacy curriculum. Teammates, mentoring
      program, will receive a donation from Runza; there are 20 interested mentors, and hope to start the end of  October. Celebrations include PBIS red tickets, homecoming, and
      high school student greeters welcoming students on Friday mornings. Mr. Cox reported a strong start to the school year. Professional development is focusing on Effective
      Teaching Strategies along with the AEA’s Back to the Basics of Classroom Management. Eight students are taking the Geometry in Construction class and AEA is working
      closely with the class. The Cardinal Online Program has 19 students enrolled. The Home Care class is teaching students to care of their home repairs. Clarinda Heating and
      Cooling and Wallin Plumbing and Heating are donating HVAC systems for HVAC classes. The E-Hall Pass is a safety and monitoring program for students outside of the
      classroom; it is working well.
7.2 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia reported 13 bond issue presentations to community groups will be completed by November 7. He has received good comments for the presentation done to date.
      State Title reports have been submitted.
7.3 Board Correspondence
      Bergren said she has received thanks for having an online program for our students.
      Boysen thanked the administration for the Cardinal Online Program. He would like the     District to consider the trades classes building a house in the community.
 

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Request for Modified Allowable Growth and Supplemental Aid for the 2022-2023 School Year Special Education Deficit
       A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the request for Modified Allowable Growth and Supplemental Aid for the FY23 school special education
      deficit of $362,805.65. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the Home School Assistance Teacher Contracts
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve contracts with Lexy Davies to serve as the Home School Assistance teacher for the 2023-2024 school
     year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the National FFA Trip
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the National FFA trip to Indianapolis, Indiana. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the Donation from the Clarinda All-Class Reunion
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the Clarinda All-Class Reunion donation for $300 to the vocal music and $300 to the instrumental
     departments. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Google Renewal Quote
      A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Bergren, to approve Google Renewal for $6000. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Meeting Announcements
     9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, October 11, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.   

10. Adjournment
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 5:32 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
October 11, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, October 11, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the September 27, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 0
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 4 – Shenandoah, fifth grade (Elijah Peregoy), sixth grade (Dante Quintero); Bedford, kindergarten (Isabella Castro-Tiernan), sixth grade
         (Gavin Castro-Heck)
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
            Hires: Austin Gutknecht, 9-12 Assistant Wrestling Coach, effective 2023-24 school year
            Transfers: none
            Resignations: none     

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
      Mrs. Cutler and students (Jillian Dammann, Mataya Eighmy, Callie King, and Paige McCoy) presented their trip to Nationals in Indianapolis and their fundraising. Mr. Lord
      reported on activity highlights – Football will host first-round playoff; Cross Country has districts next week; Volleyball has multiple records broken (Brooke Brown,
      Presley Jobe, and Jerzee Kinght); Marching Band received 1^st in class 2A and 2^nd overall at Loess Hills Festival and has State this Saturday; Theater is preparing their fall
      productions; Choir is preparing for All-State; Cheer has State and is awesome raising school spirit; FCCLA is working on community service projects and hosted
      tailgating; and Student Council did great for Homecoming. Band Jamboree was a success. Students are enjoying High Five Fridays at Garfield to greet students. Later this
      fall Mr. Lord will have professional development for coaches.
7.2 Maintenance Report
      Mr. Ridnour reported the lock project is close to completion. The field/track equipment shed is done. Speed bumps in the Jr/Sr high lots have been installed. Jones
      Mechanical will be coming to diagnose the downed heat pumps. The water valve on the Garfield cooling tower malfunctioned which led to a high water bill.
7.3 Finance Report
      Mrs. McKinnon presented the FY22 Certified Annual Report and Audit.
7.4 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia, Mr. Cox, and Mrs. Ehelers continue to give Bond presentations to the community. Mrs. McKinnon and he have met with Clarinda Lutheran School to complete
     Title reports.
7.5 Board Correspondence
      Bergren said homecoming and band jamboree went great.
      Honeyman stated district culture is growing and students are getting involved.
      Jones appreciated the efforts for homecoming; the football field looked great. School pride is growing.
     

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Setting Hearing for the Proposed Plans Specifications, and Form of Contracts, and Estimated Total Cost of the Public
      Improvement for the Construction of Clarinda CSD High School Improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC Upgrades 2024.
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve setting October 25, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Central Office Boardroom as the date, time, and place for a
      public hearing on the proposed plans specifications, form of contracts, and estimated total cost of the public improvement for the construction of Clarinda CSD High School
      improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC upgrades 2024. Roll call vote: Bergren – Aye;  Boysen – Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Jones – Aye;
      Sunderman – Aye. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Fiscal Year 2022 District Audit
       A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Boysen, to approve the FY22 district audit. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving LEP Allowable Cost
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the request for LEP Allowable Cost for FY24 of $31,139.91. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of the 700 Policy Series
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the first reading of the 700-policy series.  Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving the Quote for the Bus Paint
       Discussion focused on the Department of Education Transportation’s policy that denied the wrap CCSD requested. The Board would prefer putting Cardinal decals on the
       bus instead of additional painting because of the cost.  A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the quote from Owens Collision Center for
       $7385.00 to paint the back half of the activity bus. Motion failed 0-5.

9. Meeting Announcements
    9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to adjourn the meeting at 6:21 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
October 25, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, October 25, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Boysen, and Jones. Absent: Bergren

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0.

  

6. Public Hearing on the Proposed Plans Specifications, and Form of Contracts, and Estimated Total Cost of the Public Improvement for the Construction of Clarinda
    CSD High School Improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC Upgrades 2024
    At 5:01 p.m. President Sunderman declared the start of the hearing on the proposed plans specifications, form of contracts, and estimated total cost of the public improvement
    for the construction of Clarinda CSD High School improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC upgrades 2024. Hearing no verbal, and receiving no
    written objections, President Sunderman closed the hearing at 5:02 p.m.

7. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 4-0.
7.1 Approve Minutes of the October 11, 2023 Regular Meeting
7.2 Approve Bills
7.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 6 – Villisca, ninth grade (Alexis Matney); South Page, preschool (Leighla Bishop), second grade (Remington Bishop), third grade
      (Kenneth Bishop), fourth grade (Dallas Bishop), fifth grade (Aiden Bishop)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 1 – Shenandoah, fourth grade (Mason Prins)

7.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: none
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: Kaitlynn Chesney, food service, effective immediately

8. Recognition and Reports
8.1 Administrator Report
      Mrs. Ehlers reported Iowa Performance scores have gone up. Administration and guidance counselors attended the BEST Summit Conference. Elementary has been busy
      with fire prevention, bus evacuation drills, end of first quarter, and Red Ribbon Week. Water Works spoke to the 3^rd/4^th grades concerning water education and classroom
      sponsors have been visiting students. This week is parent-teacher conferences and the Book Fair. Family Literacy Night is November 6^th. Professional development for
      LETRS continues. Mr. Privia reported the Jr/Sr High professional development continues with Effect Teaching Strategies. Area schools will be touring the building to see
      firsthand our Academic Intervention Model and Geometry in Construction Class. There are currently 21 students enrolled in the Cardinal Online Program. Upcoming events
      include parent-teacher conferences, Veteran’s Day Assembly, and the Fall play.
8.2 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia is continuing to give Bond presentations to various community groups and businesses. Administration is finishing Fall BEDS reports. Mrs. McKinnon and he will
      be attending a budget workshop this week and he will attend an SAI meeting. Mr. Ridnour reported on sewer issues at the Jr/Sr High kitchen and FCS classroom. There are
      two collapsed pipes. The kitchen pipe can be rerouted because of a provisional line done in the past. The FCS classroom pipe can be replumbed to a lift station to run to the
      main chase.  
8.3 Board Correspondence
       None

9. New Business
9.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the Proposed Plans Specifications, and Form of  Contracts, and Estimated Total Cost of the Public Improvement for the
      Construction of Clarinda CSD High School Improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC Upgrades 2024
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the proposed plans specifications, form of contracts, and estimated total cost of the public improvement
      for the construction of Clarinda CSD High School improvements 2024-25 and Clarinda CSD Elementary School HVAC upgrades 2024. Roll call vote: Boysen – Aye;
      Honeyman – Aye; Sunderman – Aye; Jones – Aye. Motion carried 4-0.

9.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Donation to the PK-6 Library
       A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Boysen, to approve the $500 donation for the PK-6 library from an anonymous donor. Motion carried 4-0.

 

9.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second and Final Reading of the 700 Policy Series
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the second and final reading of the 700-policy series. Motion carried 4-0.

9.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Mower Purchases
      The Board would like the Facility Committee to review the bids first and compare the specs and warranties. No action taken.

10. Meeting Announcements
       10.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley. 

11. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Honeyman, to adjourn the meeting at 5:37 p.m. Motion carried 4-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
November 8, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, November 8, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Public Forum
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the October 25, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
       Open Enrollment into the district: 0
       Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
        Hires: Maddie Hartley, 9^th Girls Basketball Coach, effective immediately
        Transfers: none
        Resignations/Terminations: Lacee Kendall, paraprofessional, effective November 2, 2023     

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       Mr. Privia reported a good season for fall activities – football made top 16, cross country had two State top finishers (Raenna Henke 7^th and Kyle Wagoner 5^th), volleyball
       made top 5 in H-10, band received a I at State, and cheer placed 4^th at State. The youth play was last weekend and the high school fall play is this weekend. FFA went to the
       National Convention. Winter sports practices have started.
7.2 Maintenance Report
       Mr. Ridnour and staff are preparing for winter weather. Sewers at Jr/Sr High have been repaired. A boiler line had leak and was repaired. At Garfield a level sensor has been
       ordered for the water tower to monitor water level. The lock project at Jr/Sr High is done.  
7.3 Finance Report
       Mrs. McKinnon reported the audit fieldwork went well last week. EMC Insurance did total bus #13; she received a check for it and deposited it into the PPEL fund.
7.3 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia stated the bond yes votes increased by 13% from the March bond. Plans will continue for next steps with SiteLogiQ. He congratulated the unofficial new board
      members.
7.4 Board Correspondence
       Honeyman thanked Mr. Privia, administrative team, and community support group for all their effort on the bond.
       Jones congratulated the unofficial new Board members.

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving PTA Fundraiser
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Bergren, to approve the PTA Days of the Month Fundraiser. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Casting Vote for AEA Board Election
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Jones, to approve to cast the district’s vote for Raymond Storm to serve as Director from District 1 for the Board of Directors of
      the Green Hills AEA. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Canceling November 22 Board Meeting and Moving December 13 Board Meeting to December 6
       A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Jones, to approve canceling the November 22 Board meeting and moving the December 13 meeting to December 6. Motion
       carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Purchase of Heat Pumps
      A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the bid from Wallin Plumbing and Heating for nine heat pumps for $97,066.67. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Boiler Quote
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Honeyman, to approve the quote from JP Boiler Service for $5501.25 to replace the blower motor at Garfield Elementary.
      Motion carried 5-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving Mower Purchases
      Discussion included purchasing from two dealers to spread the money. Green Giant was the lowest bid and better warranty. 
      A motion was made by Honeyman, seconded by Boysen, to approve the purchase of a 60” and a 72” deck mowers from Green Giant Lawn Care for $25,228.34. Motion
      carried 4-1. Nay – Boysen.

9. Meeting Announcements
    9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.  

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to adjourn the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Darin Sunderman                          Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Clarinda Board of Directors will be going into exempt session for negotiating sessions, strategy meetings of public employers or employee organizations, mediation, and the deliberative process of arbitration as provided by Iowa Code 20.17(3).

Minutes of Regular Meeting
December 6, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, December 6, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Honeyman, Bergren, Boysen, and Jones.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Sunderman welcomed all visitors to the meeting. Jennifer Herrington congratulated the new board members and wished them well.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the November 8, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district:South Page, second (Oliver Smalley), fourth (Mason Smalley)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: none
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: none
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: none
6.5 Approve Volunteer Coach
      Zach Goering as high school boys’ basketball coach      

7. Old Business
7.1 Financial Report
      Mrs. McKinnon reported on the new budget process.

7.2 Treasurer’s Report
       A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bergren, to approve the FY23 Treasurer’s Report as prepared and presented. Motion carried 5-0.

7.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Early Retirement
      This is only for the 2023-24 school year but will be discussed each year. The offer will follow a matrix that includes years of service and remaining sick days.
      A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Boysen, to approve offering early retirement for FY24 to a maximum of four certified staff, two classified staff, and one
      administrator. Motion carried 5-0.

7.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Jr/Sr. High Student Handbook Changes
       The addition has been followed in past practice but Mr. Cox is requesting to add it to the handbook so it is in writing for students, parents, and future staff to follow. Two
       teacher committees have been involved in helping with this process.
       A motion was made by Bergren, seconded by Jones, to approve adding the concurrent enrollment options to the 2023-24 Jr/Sr. High Student Handbook. Motion carried 5-0.

7.5 Election Results
      The Board reviewed the certified results. Patrick Hayes, Josh Wyman, and Mike Butt are duly elected to the Clarinda Community School Board for a term of four years.
      2709 votes were cast.

7.6 Adjournment of Retiring Board
       Mr. Privia and Vice President Honeyman thanked and presented plaques to Bergren, Jones, and Sunderman for their service to CCSD.

President Sunderman declared the Board adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

8. New Business
8.1 Call to Order of the New Board
       President pro-tem McKinnon called the meeting to order at 5:20 pm.  

8.2 Roll Call
       The following board members were present: Boysen, Butt, Hayes, Honeyman, and Wyman.

8.3 Administration of the Oath of Office to Newly Elected Board Members
       McKinnon administered the oath of office to the new Board members.

8.4 Organizational Meeting
       McKinnon started the process of reorganizing the school Board.
       8.4.1 Election of Officers
                8.4.1.1 President
                            McKinnon called for nominations for President. Wyman nominated Honeyman. Honeyman nominated Butt. An oral vote was taken and Honeyman was
                            nominated President by a 4-1 vote. For Honeyman: Boysen, Butt, Hayes, and Wyman.  For Butt: Honeyman. McKinnon administered the oath of office to
                            Honeyman the newly elected President.
               8.4.1.2 Vice President
                            President Honeyman called for nominations for Vice President. Hayes nominated Wyman. Wyman nominated Hayes. An oral vote was taken and Wyman was
                            nominated Vice President by a 3-2 vote. For Wyman: Butt, Hayes, and Honeyman, For Hayes: Boysen and Wyman. President Honeyman administered the oath
                            of office to Wyman the newly elected Vice President.
        8.4.2 Discuss and Approve 2023-24 dates, times, and locations for regular meetings of the Board
                 A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Butt, to approve school board meetings to be held on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month, except for July,
                 November and December having only one meeting, at 5:00 p.m. in the McKinley Boardroom. Motion carried 5-0.

       8.4.3 Discuss and Approve Bank Depositories
                 A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adopt a resolution approving the bank depositories as presented: PCSB $25,000,000; Bank Iowa $25,000,000;
                PMA (ISJIT) $25,000,000; Cornerstone $25,000,000; and First Interstate Bank $25,000,000. Ayes: Boysen, Butt, Hayes, Honeyman, and Wyman. Motion carried 5-0.

       8.4.4 Discuss and Approve Access to Clarinda Community School District Financial and Portfolio Accounts
                  A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to approve authorizing the School Board President, Director of Finance, and Superintendent to have access to
                view district bank accounts and financial portfolios. Motion carried 5-0.

       8.4.5 Approve Official Newspaper
                 A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve designating the Southwest News Herald as the district’s official newspaper for the 2023-2024 school
                 year. Motion carried 5-0.

       8.4.6 Approve the 2023-2024 Reimbursement Schedule
                 A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the 2023-2024 reimbursement schedule as presented. Motion carried 5-0.

       8.4.7 Committee Assignments
                8.4.7.1. Finance
                             Boysen and Wyman appointed to the finance committee
                8.4.7.2. Facilities/School Improvement
                             Honeyman and Butt appointed to the facilities/school improvement committee
                8.4.7.3. Policy/Activities
                             Boysen and Butt appointed to the policy/activities committee
               8.4.7.4. Technology
                            Hayes and Wyman appointed to the technology committee
               8.4.7.5. Legislative Action Network
                            Butt appointed to the Legislative committee
              8.4.7.6. Page County Conference Board
                            Hayes appointed to the Page County Conference Board

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the SBRC Application for Modified Supplemental Authority for Open Enrollment Out
       A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve SBRC request of a modified supplemental one-time funding of approximately $131,326 for increased open
      enrollment out for the 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Canceling the December 27 Board Meeting
      A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve canceling the December 27, 2023 meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of Policy Primers
       A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Boysen, to approve the first reading of the Volume 32 #1 Policy Primers. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Early Graduates
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to approve the first semester early graduation list pending successful completion of the graduation requirements as set
     forth by the Board of Education and the state of Iowa. Motion carried 5-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving Donations
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve donations of $600 from an anonymous donor, $100 from the Westminster Presbyterian Church, $100 from
      the Methodist Church, and $1000 from the Hockenberry Foundation. Motion carried 5-0.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Youth Theater Fundraiser
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the fund drive for the Youth Theater Group. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Recognition and Reports
    9.1 Administrator Report
          Mrs. Ehlers and Mr. Cox reported on the scores from the Iowa Performance Profile. Each school receives an overall score based on accountability measures. Elementary
          was ranked as commendable which is an increase of five points. Jr./Sr. High was ranked commendable which is half a point under high performing, and ranked second in
          H-10. Mrs. Ehlers stated holiday concerts are this month and TeamMates Mentoring for students has started. Mr. Cox stated the Geometry in Construction class is building
          deer blinds to be sold. The Cardinal Online Program currently has 21 students enrolled.
    9.2 Superintendent Report
          Mr. Privia and Mrs. McKinnon will attend a budget workshop next week. He has been in discussion with legal counsel about a voted PPEL.
    9.3 Board Correspondence
          Honeyman congratulated Butt, Hayes, and Wyman.

10. Meeting Announcements
     10.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
     10.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.  

11. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:10 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Special Meeting
December 20, 2023
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, December 6, 2023, beginning at 6:45 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the consent agenda items.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the December 6, 2023 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: none
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 2 – Bedford, fourth grade (Samuel Fehring), second grade (Alice Fehring)
6.4 Approve Recommendations, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: Jordyn McQueen, Administrative Assistant/Accounts Payable, effective Jan. 1, 2024
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: none        

7. New Business
7.1 Discuss Bids for the SAVE Project
       Discussion included the three possible scenarios to hold current bids, rebid incomplete sections, or rebid the entire project.

7.2 Consider Taking Action on Bids
      A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve rebidding the mechanical and electrical work packages and TAB as RFP (request for proposal); and hold the
     work package on number 1 and number 4 temp controls. Motion carried 5-0.

8. Meeting Announcements
     8.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
     8.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley. 

9. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Jeff Privia
Board President                               Board Secretary Pro-tem

Minutes of Regular Meeting
January 10, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, January 10, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the December 20, 2023 Special Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 2 – South Page, fifth grade (Makyla Byrd), tenth grade (Javon Hill)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 2 - CAM, second grade (Ashton Morgan); Shenandoah, twelfth grade (Kailynn Garren)
6.4 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: none
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: LeAnn Mackey, paraprofessional, effective January 9, 2024
6.5 Approve Special Education Contracts
      Denison, Des Moines, Essex, Shenandoah, South Page, Stanton, and Villisca 

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       Report moved to the next meeting.
7.2 Maintenance Report
       Mr. Ridnour stated staff has been busy with plumbing, heating and boiler repairs; helping with nine heat pump replacements; and moving snow.
7.3 Finance Report
       Mrs. McKinnon reported the office is working on tax forms/reports and FY25 budget.
7.4 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia has been communicating with area superintendents concerning the weather and school days.
7.5 Board Correspondence
       none

 8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Modified Allowable Growth Funds for the At-Risk Program for the 2024-2025 School Year
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the application for Modified Allowable Growth funds for the At-Risk program for the 2024-25 school year at
       the maximum amount of $61,906. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving ESSER Funds for Camp Invention
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve using ESSER Loss of Learning funds for Camp Intervention. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Consider Approving Driver’s Education Company
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the three-year agreement for Street Smarts for driver’s education. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the Girls Wrestling Overnight Stay
       A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve girls wrestling overnight stay in Sioux City on January 25. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving the CDW-G Microsoft 365 Quote
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the CDW-G Microsoft 365 quote for $6465.76. Motion carried 5-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving the Early Retirement and Resignations from Staff
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the early retirement and resignation of Kim Williams, Lori Wiebesiek, and Linda VandenBosch effective at
       the end of the 2023-24 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving CDW-G Laptop Quote
        A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to approve CDW-G laptop quote for $11,417.00. Motion carried 5-0.

8.8 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second and Final Reading of Policy Primers
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the second and final reading of the Volume 32 # Policy Primers. Motion carried 5-0.

8.9 Discuss and Consider Approving Resolution to Place a Voter Approved Physical Plant and Equipment (PPEL) Property Tax Question on March 5 Ballot
       Discussion included what projects could be paid by PPEL, which will be $1.34 per thousand and only needs 50% to pass.
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the resolution ordering an election on the question of levying a voter approved Physical Plant and
       Equipment (PPEL) property tax on the March 5, 2024 ballot. Roll call vote: Boysen – Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Butt – Aye; Wyman – Aye; Hayes – Aye. Motion carried 5-0.

9. Meeting Announcements
     9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
     9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.    

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 5:37 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
January 24, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, January 24, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the January 10, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 7 – South Page, preschool (Kevin Cline); kindergarten (Alec Cline); fourth grade (Blake Lewis); eighth grade (Shannon Lewis); eighth
      grade (Candice Lewis); eleventh grade (Destiny Lewis); Bedford, sixth grade (Richard Waters)      
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.4 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: none
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: Darrel Robberts, Bus Driver, effective immediately        

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       Mrs. Ehlers reported winter FAST (Formative Assessment System for Teachers) benchmark testing will be complete the end of January. Professional learning continues for
       staff. Elementary Student Council is hosting Family Game Night on February 12. Fourth grade was selected for the NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress)
       testing in February. Mr. Cox reported on Effective Teaching Strategies professional development, the welding class at IWCC, and the Cardinal Online Program. Winter
       formal will be February 3.
7.2 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia stated PPEL open houses will be this week and next week. Bids for the SAVE project will be on January 30. He is working with area superintendents concerning
       AEA (Area Education Association).
7.3 Board Correspondence
       Boysen gave the history of AEAs and what the governor wants to cut with AEAs.

 8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the Page County Joint Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution
        A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the resolution to adopt the Page County Joint Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Roll call vote:
        Wyman – Aye; Butt – Aye; Hayes – Aye; Boysen – Aye; Honeyman – Aye. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of Policy Primers
        A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to approve the first reading of the Volume 32 #2 Policy Primers. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the Superintendent to Enter into Discussions with South Page CSD
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the superintendent entering discussion with South Page for a 7-12 tuition agreement for the 2024-25 school
       year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving the Recommendation to Reject Bid Packet #4 HVAC Controls
        A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve the rejection of the Bid Packet #4 HVAC Controls. Motion carried 5-0.

9.  Consider going into a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge, is being
considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by
Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to go into closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session as provided by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).  A roll call vote was taken: Butt – Aye; Boysen - Aye; Wyman – Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Hayes – Aye. The motion passed on a unanimous vote and the Board entered into closed session at 5:36 pm.

Board came back into open session at 6:34 p.m.

10. Discuss and Consider Any Action from the Closed Session
        A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to accept the recommendation of the Administration and terminate the employment of Matt Vandusen as Kitchen
       Manager effective immediately. The board’s decision will be set forth in writing and provided along with notice of termination to Mr. Vandusen. Motion carried 4-0.
       Abstained – Hayes.

11. Meeting Announcements
      11.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
      11.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.  

12. Adjournment
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Special Meeting
February 2, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Friday, February 2, 2024, beginning at 7:00 AM in the McKinley Boardroom.

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 7:01 a.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.    

6. New Business
6.1 Discuss SAVE Project Bids
       Discussion included the bids and companies that submitted paperwork. There was no electrical bid (package #3) but it will be able to go under another bid as sub-contractor.
      The Board wants more information on HVAC tab and will approve a bid at a later date when they receive clarification.

6.2 Consider Taking Action on Bids
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to accept bid package #1 general contractor, Rogge. Motion carried 5-0.
        A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to accept to accept bid package #2 mechanical, Camblin. Motion carried 5-0.
        A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to accept bid package # 4 controls, Alberio. Motion carried 5-0.
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to accept bid package #5 control tab soil testing ISG-Team, Inc. Motion carried 5-0.

7. Meeting Announcements
     7.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
     7.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.

8. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to adjourn the meeting at 7:17 a.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
February 14, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, February 14, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the January 24, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the February 2, 2024 Special Meeting
6.3 Approve Bills
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 1 - Red Oak, ninth grade (Aiden Johnson)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 2 - Bedford, kindergarten (Adalyn Motsinger); Clayton Ridge, ninth grade (Lazaeyah Nelson)
6.5 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: Lauren McNees, Preschool teacher, effective immediately
                 Tammy Iske, Bus Driver, effective immediately
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: Mackenzie Clark, elementary teacher, effective at the end of the 2023-24 school year
                             Barbara Farwell, ELL teacher, effective at the end of the 2023-24 school year 

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Maintenance Report
        Mr. Ridnour reported on maintenance repairs, snow removal, staff updates, building safety, and supply bids. He is working with the Athletic Booster Club with updating the
        discus and shot put area.
7.2 Technology Report
        Mrs. Sunderman presented the technology purchase list and ERate for the 2024-25 school year.
7.3 Transportation Report
        Mr. Iske reported on the vehicle fleet, drivers, and activity scheduling.
7.4 Finance Report
       Mrs. McKinnon presented the FY23 Certified Annual Report.
7.5 Superintendent Report
        Mr. Privia congratulated the Large Group Speech for making it to All-State. It is funnel week with the Legislature; the House separated the AEA, teacher base pay and State
        Supplemental Aid bill into three bills. After the voted PPEL election, he will continue researching for a School Resource Officer.
7.6 Board Correspondence
        Hayes has talked to other districts concerning SROs. He congratulated the students in the winter activities and those who are going to State.
        Boysen discussed what SROs are and what he thinks Clarinda needs.   

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Resolution for Budget Guarantee
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to approve adopting the Budget Guarantee Resolution for FY25 for the regular program budget as allowed under Iowa
      Code 257.14. Hayes – Aye; Honeyman – Aye; Wyman – Aye; Boysen – Aye; Butt – Aye. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second and Final Reading of Policy Primers
      A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve the second and final reading of the Volume 32 #2 Policy Primers. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Technology Purchases
      A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to approve technology purchases for the 2024-2025 school year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving Apple Quote
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the Apple iPads and cases quote of $221,345.75. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving the JAMF Purchase
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Wyman, to approve the JAMF purchase for $17,073.00. Motion carried 5-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving Two-Year Contract with Garratt Callahan for Water Treatment Services 
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve a two-year contract with Garratt Callahan for water treatment services. Motion carried 5-0.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Gravel Quote for Parking Lots
        A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve gravel quote from Beery Construction LLC for $20,000.00. Motion carried 5-0.

9.  Meeting Announcements
      9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
      9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                              Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
February 28, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, February 28, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
Vice President Wyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes. Absent: Honeyman

4. Audience to Visitors
Vice President Wyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 4-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the February 14, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
       Open Enrollment into the district: 3 - South Page, first grade (Raelynn Runyon); Villisca, ninth grade (Sydney Hanson), eleventh grade (Emma Hanson)
       Open Enrollment out of the district: 4 - CAM, first grade (Lucius Titus); Essex, eighth grade (Payton Brown); Shenandoah, eighth grade (Conner Hale), eleventh grade
       (Alexandrea Hale)
6.4 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: Kristi Johnson, elementary teacher, for the 2024-25 school year
                  Nicole Vorhies, elementary teacher, for the 2024-25 school year
                  Laney Boltinghouse, elementary teacher, for the 2024-25 school year
                  Christine Privia, elementary TAG/Title I teacher, for the 2024-25 school year
       Transfers: none
       Resignations: Calista Dittmer, elementary teacher, effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year    

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       Mr. Lord reported wrestling, bowling, large group speech and individual speech qualified for State. The Cheer team has been asked to perform at the boys’ state basketball
       tournament. The band and choir have been busy with competitions and contests. Last week was FFA week and district convention. Auditions for spring production will be in
       April. On March 10 Clarinda is hosting the KMA All-Star basketball game. Logan Wood, Athletic Booster Club President, presented their proposed capital projects
       including a H-10 gym banner; upgrading the shot put and discus throwing areas; a volleyball net system at the Academy gym; expanding the press box and enclosed
       coaching boxes; and updating the football concession stand facilities. Mrs. Ehlers reported on the Page County Spelling Bee results and Family Game Night. National
       School Counselor Week was the week of February 5. Mrs. Pullen is working on two STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) grant applications. Staff
       continues with professional development and preparing for ISASP (Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) testing in April.  She and Mr. Cox attended the
       Northwest Missouri State University career day. Preschool round-up is next week and kindergarten round-up is in April. Mr. Cox discussed staff professional development.
       Staff is working on the Master Schedule and Perkins local assessments for next year. There are 33 students enrolled in the Cardinal Online Program. Parent-teacher
       conferences are later this month and staff is preparing for ISASP testing.
7.2 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia stated the voted PPEL information is being sent out. He has contacted SiteLogiQ for further communication. He is watching the legislation bills and files.
7.3 Board Correspondence
       Boysen recognized the jazz band performance.
       Butt thanked the coaches and sponsors for their time with the athletes.    

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Setting the First Budget Hearing
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve setting the first budget hearing for March 27, 2024. Motion carried 4-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Collection Bargaining Request from CEA
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to approve the collective bargaining with the Clarinda Education Association (CEA) for the 2024-25 school year. Motion
      carried 4-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Football Field Chemical Bid
       A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve the bid from Grounds and Greens Management and Consulting for $12,000.00. Motion carried 4-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving 2024-2025 AEA Purchasing Agreement
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the 2024-2025 AEA purchasing agreement. Motion carried 4-0.

9. Meeting Announcements
     9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
     9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.  

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to adjourn the meeting at 5:52 p.m. Motion carried 4-0.

Josh Wyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board Vice President                 Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting
March 13, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, March 13, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
Vice President Wyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes. Absent: Honeyman

4. Audience to Visitors
Vice President Wyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 4-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the February 28, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Bills
6.3 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
        Open Enrollment into the district: 1 – South Page, preschool (Harper Champ)
        Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2024-2025 School Year
        Open Enrollment into the district: 1 – South Page, kindergarten (Allison Whitaker)
        Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.5 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
        Hires: Conner Hanafan, Head Football Coach, effective 2024-25 school year
        Transfers: none
        Resignations: Conner Hanafan, Head Boys Basketball Coach, effective end of 2023-24 school year
                               Courtney Ridge, Band Teacher, effective end of 2023-24 school year
                               Denise Jago, Paraprofessional, effective immediately

7. Recognition and Reports
     7.1 Maintenance Report
            Mr. Ridnour reported equipment is ready for spring and summer work. Staff has been busy with minor plumbing and heating repairs; and setting up safety zones in the
            wood and auto shop. Annual supply bids have been sent out.  He is looking at cleaning the rooftop condensers and exterior of the buildings.  
     7.2 Finance Report
            Mrs. McKinnon discussed the finance reports and the FY25 first proposed property tax levy.
     7.3 Superintendent Report
           Mr. Privia continues watching the Legislature bills; the second funnel is Friday. He is working on the 2024-25 school calendar. Mr. Iske is working with School Bus Sales
           on the red bus.
     7.4 Board Correspondence
            Boysen recognized the National History Day students and Mrs. VandenBosch.
            Wyman is excited to have Mr. Hanafan being the head football coach this fall.

 8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Timberline Billing Service LLC Agreement
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve Timberline Billing Service LLC agreement. Motion carried 4-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher Supplement Grant
        A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher Supplement grant of $200. Motion carried 4-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of Wellness Policy, 507.9
        A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to approve the first reading of the Wellness Policy, 507.9. Motion carried 4-0.

8.4 Consider Acknowledging Receipt of CEA Opening Proposal
        This will be moved to the March 27 meeting per the CEA.

9.  Meeting Announcements
      9.1 A work session will be on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at South Page.
      9.2 A special meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
      9.3 A special meeting will be on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley. 
      9.4 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:15 p.m. at McKinley.

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to adjourn the meeting at 5:29 p.m. Motion carried 4-0.

 

Josh Wyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board Vice President                 Board Secretary

Minutes of Work Session with South Page
March 19, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

A Work Session of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District with the South Page Community School District was held Tuesday, March 19, 2024, beginning at 6:00 PM in the South Page gym.

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Discussion and Information for Tuition Agreement
     Superintendent Hood stated Bedford and South Page will not have a sharing agreement for the 2024-25 school year; they want their students to attend Clarinda. Students
     would attend the full day and not partial days like previous years. Parents asked questions regarding courses, activities, transportation, graduation, and property taxes.
     Students will have the option to continue at Bedford and graduate. Mr. Cox spoke on test scores, culture, courses, and opportunities. Mrs. Almelien spoke concerning
     curricular options and alignment between both districts. South Page teachers will be able to attend professional development with Clarinda. Superintendent Privia stated he
     would like to continue the agreement in the future and keep the elementary open as long as possible. Superintendent Hood recommended a tuition agreement for 2024-25 and
     whole grade sharing for the following years. South Page Board made a motion to approve and proceed with a 7-12 tuition agreement with Clarinda for the 2024- 25 school
     year; the motion carried 5-0.

5. Other   
     None

6. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:27 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Special Meeting
March 20, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, March 20, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Discussion and Consider Information with Site LogiQ
     Connor Wohlenhaus and Jake Berg gave an overview presentation of the SAVE project, including scopes, finances, bids, and schedules. The end of April is an estimated date
     for groundbreaking. Garfield will focus on HVAC improvements. Jr./Sr. High will focus on quad HVAC improvements, exterior classroom VUV replacement, and the new
     classroom addition.

5. Consider Taking Action from Site LogiQ Discussion
     A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve to accept alternate #3 deduction of omitting the commons air handling unit replacement of $103,195.95.
    Motion carried 5-0.

6. Discuss and Consider Sharing Clarinda Staff with South Page
     Discussion centered on sharing the superintendent, human resources, and school business official if necessary. The District would be receiving sharing dollars from the State.     

7. Discuss and Consider Appointing Board Members to Negotiations Team
     A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to appoint Mike Butt and Paul Boysen to the Negotiation team. Motion carried 5-0.

8. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to adjourn the meeting at 6:48 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

Minutes of Regular Meeting 
March 27, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, March 27, 2024, beginning at 5:15 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the March 13, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the March 19, 2024 Work Session
6.3 Approve Minutes of the March 20, 2024 Special Meeting
6.4 Approve Bills
6.5 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2023-2024 School Year
      Open Enrollment into the district: 2 – South Page, sixth grade (Macy Luft), seventh grade (Brayden Luft)
      Open Enrollment out of the district: 0
6.6 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
      Hires: Jennifer Taylor, Special Education Teacher, effective the 2024-25 school year
      Transfers: none
      Resignations: Laura Horn, 9-12 English Teacher/Librarian, effective end of the 2023-24 school year
                            Deanne Marriott, 7-8 English Teacher, effective end of the 2023-24 school year

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
      Mrs. Ehlers congratulated Trulla Pullen on receiving the 2024 Iowa STEM Teacher Award. Staff is preparing for spring assessments, preschool and kindergarten round ups,
      and spring music concerts.  Career Day is set for April 24 and 25 with businesses coming to talk with students. Mr. Cox reported staff is preparing for state testing. Mrs.
      Wilson-Woods and Mr. Blank presented the DCAP (District Career and Planning) report including the goals, improvements, courses, and internships for students.
7.2 Superintendent Report
      Mr. Privia is working with South Page for sharing next year and Site LogiQ.
7.3 Board Correspondence
       Boysen discussed the file the Legislature passed concerning AEAs and teacher pay.     

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving Selling 2008 Bluebird Route Bus
       A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Boysen, to approve selling the 2008 Bluebird route bus to Brown’s Auto for $1200. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the First Reading of Parent and Family Engagement Policy, 505.8
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the first reading of the Parent and Family Engagement policy, 505.8. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second & Final Reading of Wellness Policy, 507.9
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to approve the second and final reading of the Wellness policy, 507.9. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Consider Acknowledging Receipt of Clarinda Education Association Opening Proposal
        Mr. Smith and Mrs. Vardaman will be moving the initial proposal to a later date given the bill signed by Governor Reynolds today.

8.5 Discuss and Consider Approving Overnight Stay for State NHD Competition
      A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the overnight stay for the State NHD competition April 28-29, 2024 in Des Moines. Motion carried 5-0.

8.6 Discuss and Consider Approving the Summer Lunch Program
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to approve the 2024 summer nutrition program. Motion carried 5-0.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Auditor Contract for Fiscal Years 2024-2026
       A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the contract for annual auditing services to Nolte, Cornman & Johnson, P.C. for fiscal years 2024, 2025, and
      2026. Motion carried 5-0.

8.8 Discuss and Consider Setting Public Hearing to Approve the Proposed 2024-25 School Calendar
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to approve public hearing for April 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Central Office Boardroom as the date, time, and place for
       the proposed 2024-2025 school calendar. Motion carried 5-0.

8.9 Discuss and Consider Setting Public Hearing on the District’s 2024-25 Budget Proposal 
       A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to approve setting April 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the McKinley boardroom as the date, time, and place for the public
      hearing on the proposed 2024-25 budget. Motion carried 5-0.

8.10 Discuss and Consider Approving 7-12 Tuition Agreement with South Page and Sharing Staff Personnel
         A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the 7-12 Tuition Agreement with South Page and sharing staff personnel as necessary for the 2024-25
        school year. Motion carried 5-0.

8.11 Discuss and Consider Approving the Nursing Agreement with Clarinda Regional Health Center
         A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the Nursing Contract with the Clarinda Regional Health Center for $108,150 for the 2024-2025 school
        year. Motion carried 4-0. Abstained: Butt

8.12 Discuss and Consider Approving 2024 Iowa STEM Teacher Award Donation
         A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Wyman, to approve the 2024 Iowa STEM Teacher Award $1500 Donation. Motion carried 5-0.

9.  Meeting Announcements
      9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
      9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.    

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 5:58 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Clarinda Board of Directors went into an exempt session for negotiating sessions, strategy meetings of public employers or employee organizations, mediation, and the deliberative process of arbitration as provided by Iowa Code 20.17(3).

Minutes of Special Meeting
March 27, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, March 27, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

 

2. Roll Call
The following Board members were present:  President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

3. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0. 

4. Open Hearing on the First Proposed 2024-2025 Budget
At 5:01 p.m. President Honeyman declared the start of the hearing on the first proposed 2025 fiscal year budget. Hearing no verbal, and receiving no written objections to the first proposed 2025 fiscal year budget, President Honeyman closed the hearing at 5:02 p.m.

5. Adjournment
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Butt, to adjourn the meeting at 5:02 p.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                            Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Minutes of Regular Meeting
April 10, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Wednesday, April 10, 2024, beginning at 5:00 PM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
6.1 Approve Minutes of the March 27, 2024 Regular Meeting
6.2 Approve Minutes of the March 27, 2024 Special Meeting
6.3 Approve Bills
6.4 Approve Open Enrollment Requests for the 2024-2025 School Year
       Open Enrollment into the district: 0
       Open Enrollment out of the district: 1 – CAM, eighth grade (Bristal Johnson)
6.5 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
       Hires: Jennifer Chapa, 9-12 English Teacher, effective 2024-25 school year
                  Martha Sunderman, 7/8 English Teacher, effective 2024-25 school year
                  Kyle Grossnickle, Band Teacher, effective 2024-25 school year
       Transfers: Frank Sefrit, Head Boys Basketball Coach from Ass’t Coach, effective 2024-25 school year
       Resignations: Austin Gutknecht, 9-12 Ass’t Wrestling Coach, effective end of the 2023-24 school year
                             Brianna VanFosson, Paraprofessional, effective immediately
                             Maicy Darrah, Elementary Teacher, effective end of the 2023-24 school year

7. Recognition and Reports
7.1 Administrator Report
       Mr. Lord reported spring sports are in full swing. The spring play went well. Clarinda hosted the band solo ensemble competition and the choir has upcoming competitions.
       FFA has State Convention at the end of the month. FCCLA qualified for Nationals. National History Day has upcoming State competitions.
7.2 Maintenance Report
       Mr. Ridnour reported his staff is busy with mowing and preparing the track throwing areas. He is finishing up the elementary door and lock project bid, and the supply bids.
7.3 Finance Report
       Mrs. McKinnon presented the FY25 proposed budget.
7.4 Superintendent Report
       Mr. Privia discussed the EMC insurance meeting. Mr. Cox and he presented the DCAP (District Career and Planning) presentation at the South Page board meeting. He has
       been discussing with Green Hills AEA about its changes due to Legislation.
7.5 Board Correspondence
       Hayes talked with an AEA employee about current changes. 

8. New Business
8.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the Second and Final Reading of Parent and Family Engagement Policy, 505.8
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the second and final reading of the Parent and Family Engagement policy, 505.8. Motion carried 5-0.

8.2 Discuss and Consider Approving Agreement with West Central Community Action
       A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Hayes, to approve the 2024-25 service agreement with West Central Community Action. Motion carried 5-0.

8.3 Discuss and Consider Approving Janitorial Supply Bids
      A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Wyman, to approve the janitorial supply bids. Motion carried 5-0.

8.4 Discuss and Consider Approving FFA Overnight Trips to Ames and Oklahoma
       A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to approve the overnight FFA trips to Ames April 14-16, 2024 for Sate Leadership Conference and to Oklahoma City
      April 30 –May 3, 2024 for the National Land and Range Judging Competition. Motion carried 5-0.

8.5 Consider Acknowledging and/or Approving Receipt of Clarinda Education Association Opening Proposal
       Mike Smith, Andy Harris, and Amanda Vardaman of the CEA presented its initial offer of minimum state requirements be met first, all career increments receive $2000
      raise, and all steps be given a $1546 raise. Lane and step movement be acknowledged and the supplemental schedule be based on $40,196 (Lane 1, Step 2). The Board
      acknowledged the initial proposal.

8.6 Give Initial Proposal to Clarinda Education Association
      The Board presented its initial offer of freezing the base wage, current BA step 2 serves as the base for the supplemental pay schedule, and exceptions of $47,500 and
      $60,000 will be met then step and lane for remaining certified staff.

8.7 Discuss and Consider Approving Asbestos Abatement Contract
       A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Wyman, to approve the asbestos abatement contract with Environmental Property Solutions for $28,300. Motion carried 5-0.

9.  Meeting Announcements
      9.1 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.
      9.2 A regular meeting will be on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at McKinley.       

10. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Hayes, to adjourn the meeting at 5:48 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                              Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary

 

Clarinda Board of Directors went into an exempt session for negotiating sessions, strategy meetings of public employers or employee organizations, mediation, and the deliberative process of arbitration as provided by Iowa Code 20.17(3).

Minutes of Special Meeting
April 16, 2024
The Board of Directors
Clarinda Community School District

 

A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of Clarinda Community School District was held Tuesday, April 16, 2024, beginning at 7:00 AM in the McKinley Boardroom.

 

1. Call to Order
President Honeyman called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m.

2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

3. Roll Call
The following Board members were present: President Honeyman, Vice President Wyman, Boysen, Butt, and Hayes.

4. Audience to Visitors
President Honeyman welcomed all visitors to the meeting.

5. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.  

6. Consider Consent Agenda Items
A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Butt, to approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried 5-0.
   6.1 Approve Hires, Transfers, and Resignations
         Hires: Jessica Hilsabeck, Elementary Teacher, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Jade Wolverton, Paraprofessional, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Debbie Wheeler, Paraprofessional, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Conner Hanafan, Ass’t Boys Basketball Coach, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Heather Williams, Paraprofessional, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Katelyn Williams, Food Service, effective 2024-25 school year
                    Wendy Clark, Food Service, effective 2024-25 school year
         Transfers: none
         Resignations: none

7. New Business
7.1 Discuss and Consider Approving the 2024-26 Master Agreement with the Clarinda Education Association
        A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve the two-year Master Agreement with the Clarinda Education Association for the 2024-25 and 2025-26
       school years. Motion carried 5-0.

7.2 Discuss and Consider Approving the 2024-25 Compensation for Classified Staff
       A motion was made by Hayes, seconded by Boysen, to approve from the base a 1.5% increase for the bus drivers; a 2% increase for technology, paraprofessionals, food
       service, and custodial staff; and a 2.5% increase for secretarial staff for the 2024-25 school year with the exception of new employees hired less than six months. Motion
       carried 4-0. Wyman – abstained.

7.3 Discuss and Consider Approving the 2024-25 Compensation for Administration and Directors
        A motion was made by Butt, seconded by Boysen, to approve from the base an increase of $250 for the assistant building and grounds; a $500 increase for the food service
       director; a $700 increase for the director of building and grounds; and a 2.5% for the transportation director for the 2024-25 school year. Motion carried 5-0.
       A motion was made by Wyman, seconded by Hayes, to approve from the base a 2.5% increase for the superintendent, principals, and special education director; a $9800
       increase for the elementary assistant principal; and a $3712 increase for the director of finance for the 2024-25 school year. Motion carried 5-0.   

8. Adjournment
A motion was made by Boysen, seconded by Butt, to adjourn the meeting at 7:07 a.m.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Scott Honeyman                             Nancy McKinnon
Board President                                Board Secretary