July 18, 2022

DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, JULY 18, 2022

6:30 p.m. 

ADMINISTRATION BUILDING



MINUTES


Present:  Lance Engle, President; Jacob Case, Vice President; John Adams, Secretary; Trent Fox, Member; Darin Gullion, Assistant Superintendent; and Greg Kile, Superintendent


Absent:  Adam Williams, Member



  1. CALL TO ORDER


At 6:30 p.m. Board President, Lance Engle called the meeting to order.



  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE



  1. AMEND AGENDA


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to amend the agenda, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. MINUTES


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to accept the minutes of the business meeting held on Monday, June 20, 2022.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. FINANCE


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to accept the list of vouchers, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. Purchases over $5000:


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-9):


  1. Educational Furniture OP $8,315.79

(RES office furniture)


  1. Henry County Glass OP $21,143.50

(AES door replacement)

  1. Intrado OP $8,967.00

(School Messenger)


  1. City Fence Bond 2021 $5,986.00

(DHS baseball gate/fence repair)


  1. CoverSports Bond 2021 $12,920.40

(DHS track protection)


  1. Mullett Design Group Bond 2020 $70,000.00

(DMS/DHS Branding)


  1. K-12 Tech EDU $70,200.00

(Repair Care Plus Support Coverage-4 years)


  1. Total Balance ESSER II $6,300.00

(EES HVAC testing)


  1. Salyer Taylor ESSER II $20,670.00

(EES RTU replacement)


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve Form 9, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve 401A Plan Adoption, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Gullion gave a Monthly Finance Review, as presented.



  1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Tyce Stebbins- Buildings and Grounds update



  1. UPDATES FROM PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS


  1. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR


No comments were received.



  1. NEW BUSINESS


  1. Certified Staff


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the resignation of Ben Magga, Teacher at Delta Middle School, effective immediately.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the recommendation to employ Jennifer Evans as a Teacher at Royerton Elementary School effective August 1, 2022.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the recommendation to employ Miranda Rednour as a Teacher at Royerton Elementary School effective August 1, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the recommendation to employ Lance Brand as an Assistant Technology Director effective July 19, 2022.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Classified Staff


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-3):


  1. Resignation of Keirsten Bankson, Instructional Assistant at Royerton Elementary School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Julie Mathews, Food Service Cook at Delta High School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Samantha Bilby, Latchkey Aide, effective June 29, 2022.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the following (items 4-10):


  1. Recommendation to employ Dan Smith as a Custodian at Delta Middle School effective immediately, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Brandi Edwards as a Secretary at Royerton Elementary School effective July 19, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Lauren Coffey as a Non-Route School Bus Driver effective August 1, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Brittney Perkins as a Food Service Cook at Royerton Elementary School effective July 28, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Carley Kitchens as a Latchkey Aide effective July 11, 2022.


  1. Recommendation to employ Hannah Drown as an Instructional Assistant at Eaton Elementary School effective August 1, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Michael Edwards as an Instructional Assistant at Delta Middle School effective August 1, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (item 11):


  1. Recommendation to transfer Heather Crow from a Food Service Cook to a Food Service Assistant Manager at Delta Middle School effective            July 28, 2022.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Extra-Curricular


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (item 1):


  1. Resignation of Lynde Bratton, Science Fair Coordinator at Royerton Elementary School, effective immediately.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 2-8):


  1. Recommendation to employ Juli Dorton as a 6th Grade Volleyball Coach at Delta Middle School effective for the 2022-23 school year.


  1. Recommendation to employ Duane Dye as an Assistant Cross Country Coach (split position) at Delta Middle School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Mary Banning as an Assistant Cross Country Coach (split position) at Delta Middle School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Haley Cross as an Assistant Volleyball Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year.


  1. Recommendation to employ Michael Bauer as an Assistant Boys’ Soccer Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year.


  1. Recommendation to employ Tate Dishman as an Assistant Boys’ Tennis Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Joshua Collins as an Assistant Volleyball Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Conference Requests/Field Trips


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (items 1-2):


  1. Elana Camp requests permission to attend the ICDA Choral Director’s Conference to be held from June 27, 2022 through June 29, 2022 at Marion University in Indianapolis, IN.


  1. Gary Marvin requests permission to attend SRO-18 Training to be held on August 12, 2022 at the Delaware County Sheriff Range in Muncie, IN.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Information and Proposals


  1. Superintendent


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the DHS Auditorium Sound and Lighting System Replacement Bid, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the DHS Auditorium Ceiling Modification Bid, as presented. The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the Ivy Tech MOU, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the Classified Corporation Benefit, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve Scott Blakely as the Safe Schools Specialist, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to make a claim against the Fairchild Bid Bond, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Mr. Steve Murphy, School Attorney, informed the Board about the Eaton Water Tower.


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the DHS Long Term Sub, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the request for a medical leave of absence, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the following School Board Policies – 2nd Reading:


  • B225 – Board Meetings

  • C125 – Admission to the Corporation (Legal Settlement)

  • D325 – Personal Background Checks & Mandatory Reporting

  • D500 – School Resource Officer Employment & Training

  • F125 – Purchasing Procedures & Capital Assets

  • H225 – Public Comments & Concerns


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Superintendent Kile informed the Board about the following fundraisers:


  1. Tara Dragoo, DMS Cheer, requests permission to hold a fundraiser from June 20, 2022 through July 1, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards apparel, bows, signs, mats, team bonding, and cheer banquet.

  2. Brytany Pope, DHS Girls’ Soccer, requests permission to sell coupon cards from July 2, 2022 through July 12, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards team apparel, equipment, meals, and activities.


  1. Angie Bragg, Delta Boys’ Basketball Boosters, requests permission to hold a golf outing on August 14, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards gear, travel bags, and meals.


  1. Brytany Pope, DHS Girls’ Soccer, requests permission to hold a Calendar Sponsorship Drive from September 1, 2022 through September 30, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards team apparel, equipment, meals, and activities.


  1. Assistant Superintendent


  1. Use Of Facilities:


A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (items 1-2):


  1. Joyce Hamilton, Town of Albany, requests permission to use the Albany ball diamond on July 9, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. to hold the Albany Freedom Festival, as presented.

  2. Nick Pipito, Delta Little League, requests permission to use the Royerton Elementary cafeteria on July 26, 2022 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to hold a Delta baseball meeting, as presented.

The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. Donations: 

  1. None.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the request for Delta High School and the Special Education Department to surplus items, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. LETTERS/NOTES










  1. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS


Trent Fox – Mr. Fox thanked everyone for being here.  He stated it looks like we are getting close to the start of a new school year and are starting to fill some positions we've had open so that's a good thing.  He asked Mr. Stebbins to thank his crew for all the hard work over the summer to get our buildings in shape and ready to go for school.  


John Adams – Mr. Adams concurred with his fellow board members.  He thanked everyone for coming.  He stated he has been on the Board for many years and it's that time of year when you get excited about the projects and now they are starting to come to a close and before long the kids will be in the buildings and into another year.  He thanked everyone for doing all that work.  He welcomed all new employees and is glad they chose DelCom to be a part of.  He thanked those who are leaving and stated they've spent time here and he's sure they've affected kids one way or another.  He stated we don't have a lot going on and we don't see our names in the paper, but kids are working hard.  He stated he’s driven past and they are out doing stuff to get prepared and it won't be long until things start happening around here again.  He hopes everyone has had a chance to enjoy some well-deserved time off to recharge those batteries, get back, and hit it full steam because it's not that far away.


Jacob Case – Mr. Case concurred with his fellow board members.  He stated we have two weeks left and he's excited to get his kids back in school and they are excited too.  He thanked Mr. Stebbins and his crew for getting the buildings ready and thanked all administrators for filling positions.  He thanked teachers for getting things ready and stated they are working hard to get things together and supplies for their classrooms.


Lance Engle – Mr. Engle thanked Ms. Cross and her team for serving lunches this summer.  He stated 4,500 meals is not as much as last year, but 4,500 is 4,500 and they are still out there serving our community.  He asked Mr. Stebbins to thank his crew for all the hard work they do in the summer getting our schools ready for the fall.  He stated the changes look fantastic and we continue to improve every year and summer.  He stated people enjoy to see that when they come back from the summer.  He commented he knows Mrs. Lewman has had a busy summer and thanked her for the hard work getting her positions filled.  He thinks she's got some good ones coming in and he knows she's excited.  He thanked Mr. Magga and stated he's been a beloved teacher at the middle school for several years, the kids loved him, and he's well respected by his peers.  He thanked him for his time and wished him the best of luck over at Burris.  



  1. FUTURE MEETINGS


  1. A regular meeting of the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, August 1, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.


  1. A regular meeting for the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, August 15, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.


  1. A Budget Review Work Session is scheduled for Monday, August 15, 2022 immediately following the business meeting.



  1. ADJOURNMENT


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox and Board President, Lance Engle, adjourned the meeting at 7:37 p.m.




  

July 18, 2022



LANCE ENGLE              


JACOB CASE 


JOHN ADAMS



ADAM WILLIAMS


TRENT FOX