August 2, 2021

DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2021

6:30 p.m. 

ADMINISTRATION BUILDING



MINUTES


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


At 6:30 p.m. Mr. Steve Murphy, School Attorney, along with Mr. Kile, Superintendent and Mr. Lodl, DCCTA explained the purpose of the Public Hearing and asked for public comments on the following:


Collective Bargaining/Teacher Compensation


No comments were received.


Mr. Fox, Board President closed the Public Hearing.




  1. CALL TO ORDER


At 6:33 p.m. Board President, Trent Fox called the meeting to order.



  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE



  1. AMEND THE AGENDA


A motion was made by Lance Engle and seconded by Jacob Case to amend the agenda, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.



  1. MINUTES


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Lance Engle to accept the minutes of the business meeting and executive session held on Monday,         July 19, 2021.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.



  1. FINANCE


  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Jacob Case to accept the list of vouchers, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. Purchases over $7500:


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


  1. Tierney Medicaid $10,006.95

(Smart Boards)


  1. Sweetwater Bond 2020 $12,400.86

(DHS speaker system)


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Adam Williams to approve SA-5’s, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Lance Engle and seconded by John Adams to approve the middle school ECA account, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


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



  1. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR


No comments were received.



  1. NEW BUSINESS


  1. Certified Staff


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Lance Engle to approve the following (items 1-5):


  1. Resignation of Ashley Whitehead, Teacher at Delta High School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Suzy Fox, Teacher at Delta High School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Alexis Myers, Teacher at Delta High School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Emmalee Gardner, Teacher at Royerton Elementary School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Amber Huber, Teacher at Royerton Elementary School, effective immediately.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (items 6-10):


  1. Recommendation to employ Brian Hirons as a Teacher at Eaton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Tammie Lampton as a Teacher at Eaton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Taylor Lennon as a Teacher at Delta High School effective August 2, 2021.


  1. Recommendation to employ Tyler Harris as a Teacher at Delta High  School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all     pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Melodee Motsenbocker as a Teacher at Royerton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. Classified Staff


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


  1. Resignation of Darlene DeVoe, Custodian at Royerton Elementary School, effective August 13, 2021.


  1. Resignation of Marsha Faust, Instructional Assistant at Delta Middle School, effective immediately.


  1. Resignation of Sam Terhune, Security Officer, effective July 30, 2021.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.




A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (items 4-11):


  1. Recommendation to employ Krista Utsler as an Instructional Assistant at Royerton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Marissa Writtenhouse as an Instructional Assistant at Delta Middle School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Chelsey Welsh as an Instructional Assistant at Delta Middle School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Laurie Crose as a Bus Aide at Transportation effective August 2, 2021.


  1. Recommendation to employ Zayne Shroyer as a Non-route School Bus Driver effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all     pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Angela Tucker as a Food Service Cook at Eaton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Loren Hedge as a Food Service Cook at Eaton Elementary School effective August 2, 2021, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Laurie Swope as a Food Service Cook at Delta High School effective immediately, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. Extra-Curricular


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


  1. Resignation of Suzy Fox, English Department Chair; Class Sponsor; and National Honor Society Sponsor at Delta High School, effective immediately.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.




A motion was made by Lance Engle and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the following (items 2-4):


  1. Recommendation to employ Amanda Craw as an English Department Chair at Delta High School effective for the 2021-22 school year.


  1. Recommendation to employ Julie Blakely as a Senior Class Sponsor at Delta High School effective for the 2021-22 school year.


  1. Recommendation to employ Elijah May as a Junior Class Sponsor at Delta High School effective for the 2021-22 school year.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. Conference Requests/Field Trips


  1. None.


  1. Information and Proposals


  1. Superintendent


  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the MOU-Covid-19 Vaccination Incentive.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.  A motion was made by Lance Engle and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the Resolution- Covid-19 Vaccination Incentive.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the MOU-Hazard Stipend for Ancillary Duties Associated with the Covid-19 Pandemic.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.  A motion was made by Lance Engle and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the Resolution- Hazard Stipend for Ancillary Duties Associated with the Covid-19 Pandemic.  The motion was approved  5-0 vote.


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the MOU-Professional Development Stipend.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


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


  1. Kylie Johnson, DHS Volleyball, requests permission to hold a Snap Raise fundraiser from August 9, 2021 through      September 6, 2021, as presented.  Proceeds go towards the volleyball program.



  1. Kylie Johnson, DHS Volleyball, requests permission to           hold Basket Bingo from August 30, 2021 through         September 13, 2021, as presented.  Proceeds go towards equipment and gear.


  1. Assistant Superintendent


  1. Use Of Facilities:


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


  1. Request for Curt Howard, Metro Football, to use the Delta High School and Royerton football fields from August 2021 through November 2021 to hold football games and practice, pending Certificate of Liability Insurance Form.  


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.


  1. Donations:


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Lance Engle to approve the following (items 1-4):


  1. Request for Delta Middle School to accept a donation in the amount of $20.00 from The Andersons, as presented.


  1. Request for Delta Middle School to accept a donation in the amount of $250.00 from White River Club, as presented.


3.   Request for Royerton Elementary School to accept the donation      

       of a Buddy Bench from Girl Scout Troop 3883, as presented.


4.   Request for Delta High School to accept a donation in the amount of $5,000.00 from the Indianapolis Colts, as presented.


The motion was approved 5-0 vote.



  1. LETTERS/NOTES











  1. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS


Adam Williams – Mr. Williams thanked everyone for coming.  He stated it was very nice to be a part of Opening Day this morning and it felt good and as normal as can be.  He appreciates everyone’s time and stated it’s good to get started and feel some of the excitement driving around the parking lot.  He stated the lines are getting painted everywhere, people are coming in here to a meeting, kids are officially practicing, and that just feels like how a school year should be.  He appreciates everyone’s efforts to get to this point and will continue to support them.  He welcomed all new teachers and staff and appreciates them choosing to come to Delta because it’s a wonderful family.  He thanked Dr. Gullion for the monthly updates and stated they are important and it helps them feel connected to the numbers.  He thanked everyone for their behind the scenes work on the MOUS.  He stated they had discussions, it took time, and he appreciates all that. He stated it’s important and nice to have that partnership with the school and association and thanked them for their efforts on that.  He commented donations are fantastic and amazing and it’s not just the big dollar amounts, $20.00 goes a long way and he greatly appreciates when patrons are able to do this for us.  He appreciates coach Overholt taking the initiative and submitting paperwork for the Colts donation and stated it’s greatly appreciated what the Colts are doing for communities.  


John Adams – Mr. Adams stated it was good to be back in the building this morning for Opening Day and seeing some old and new faces.  He said it seems like this year people are ready to get moving.  He stated we have some resignations from people who have been with us for quite some time and gave a shout-out to those leaving and thanked them for their time.  He commented he’s glad the new people chose us, Delcom is a great place and he’s thankful there are people out there who want to be a part of something good and that’s certainly what we have going on here.  He thanked everyone for their time and effort with the MOUS and making that happen.  He stated he doesn’t try to make donations a big deal, but they are a big deal.  He stated whether they are from the Colts or Girl Scout Troops, all of them add up and it makes a huge difference to our school and is greatly appreciated.  He thanked everyone who has donated to our school and stated it is certainly well received and will be put to good use.  


Jacob Case – Mr. Case concurred with his fellow board members.  He thanked all new staff and is glad to see new faces in the buildings.  He thanked all staff who are leaving and those who chose to come to our school.  He stated once again we have more donations coming in, which is great.  He commented about the MOUS and stated it’s nice to be able to give back to teachers and staff for all their hard work last year.  He stated it was great seeing everyone today in the building.  He commented it’s great to see everyone’s pictures on Facebook of new Kindergarteners’ meeting their teachers and middle school kids getting into their lockers for the first time.  He commented it’s nice to have full buildings and get back to normal.





Lance Engle – Mr. Engle concurred with his fellow board members.  He stated they got a chance to take his son to the middle school and walk his classes.  He said it was a joy to see parents and kids in the building touring our facilities because they probably haven’t seen the updates we’ve done to them.  He stated Mr. Stebbins and his crew have worked hard this summer and our facilities look great.  He knows they have more work to do, but the parking lot paving and new fitness center all look great.  He thinks our facilities are wonderful and it’s great our parents and students can explore the new facilities and get to enjoy them, especially the parents who haven’t seen all the updates we’ve done in the past two years with not being able to come into our buildings.  He stated it was a joy to watch parents walk around with their kids, check things out, and get to know their locker combinations.  He commented it’s an exciting time and you could feel this is what it’s supposed to be like when we are getting ready for school and it was neat to see.


Trent Fox – Mr. Fox thanked everyone for being here.  He stated it’s good to have donations.  He’s curious to see how the Buddy Bench will work at Royerton because last year it wouldn’t have worked out well at all, but this year we are hopefully back to a more normal flow of things and kids can do normal activities and socialize with one another outside of the classroom and activities.  He stated it will be great to see everyone’s face because that’s how kids are going to learn the most and be able to socialize.  He stated we try to teach them the good stuff, but they learn from each other so the activities they can now do in the schools again will be exciting.  He said it will be nice to hear that kind of noise going on in the buildings and it will be amazing how different that will be compared to last year.  He stated it was probably pretty quiet because they had to go from class to class without hardly any communication with one another.  He commented he is excited for us to hopefully be going back to a normal flow and he’s looking forward to seeing the growth that our kids will have this year because of a more normal flow.




  1. FUTURE MEETINGS


  1. A regular meeting for the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, August 16, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.



  1. ADJOURNMENT


A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Lance Engle and Board President, Trent Fox, adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m.



An executive session was held following the business meeting.





  

August 2, 2021



TRENT FOX              


LANCE ENGLE 


JACOB CASE



JOHN ADAMS


ADAM WILLIAMS