June 20, 2022

DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, JUNE 20, 2022

6:30 p.m. 

ADMINISTRATION BUILDING



MINUTES


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


Absent: Jacob Case



  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 Adam Williams 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 Adam Williams to accept the minutes of the business meeting held on Monday, June 6, 2022.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. FINANCE


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


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to accept the approval of IRS mileage rates, as presented.  This motion was approved  4-0 vote.



  1. Purchases over $7500:


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


  1. Salyer Taylor OP $8,026.00

(DHS compresor)


  1. RPM Machinery OP $42,324.00

(snow removal machinery)


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (item 3):


  1. AdTec OP $7,000.00

(E-rate services)


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



  1. UPDATES FROM PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS



  1. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR



  1. NEW BUSINESS


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (items A-B):


  1. Classified Employee Handbook, as presented- 2nd Reading.  


  1. Transportation Handbook, as presented- 2nd Reading.  


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (item C):


  1. Textbook Rental, as presented- 2nd Reading.  


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Certified Staff


  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the recommendation to employ Joy Diebold 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 by Adam Williams  and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the recommendation to employ Hayden Ferguson as a Teacher at Delta High School effective August 1, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Classified Staff


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


  1. Recommendation to transfer Lori Meadows to Corporation Secretary effective June 21, 2022.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (item 2):


  1. Resignation of Autumn Lavin, Instructional Assistant at Eaton Elementary School, effective May 24, 2022.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. Extra-Curricular


A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-14):


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


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


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


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


  1. Recommendation to employ Mason Turner as an Assistant Girls’ Soccer Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


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


  1. Recommendation to employ Jim Fowler as a Head Girls’ Golf Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to employ Emilie Garringer as a Flag Corps Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to appoint Bill Lynch as a Volunteer Assistant Football Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to appoint Sam Carlton as a Volunteer Assistant Football Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year.


  1. Recommendation to appoint Jordan Ashton as a Volunteer 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 appoint Adlai Chester as a Volunteer Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to appoint Noah Harrington as a Volunteer Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach at Delta High School effective for the 2022-23 school year, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.


  1. Recommendation to appoint Kaylee Kemp as a Volunteer Assistant Cheerleading 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


  1. None.



  1. Information and Proposals


  1. Superintendent


A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items a-b):


  1. School Trips and Privately Sponsored Activities Involving School Corporation Employees and Students Policy Revision (C500)-2nd Reading.


  1. Alcohol and Controlled Substance Policy for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Safety Sensitive Positions Policy Revision (D300)-2nd Reading.



The motion was approved 4-0 vote.



         c. School Board Policies – 1st 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



  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the Mehaffey Therapy Services Contract, 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 Bowen Center Contract, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the authority to pay claims and hire personnel, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by John Adams to approve the Bus Driver Resolution, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the In-Person Instruction Plan and Public Comment, as presented. No comments were received. The motion was approved   4-0 vote.  


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


  1. None.



  1. Assistant Superintendent


  1. Use Of Facilities:


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


  1. Matthew Pannell, Indiana Cardinals, requests permission to use the Albany baseball field from June 2022 through August 2022 to hold practices, as presented.

The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. Donations: 

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

  1. Request for the Delaware Community School Corporation to accept a donation in the amount of $600.00 from AIG/Valic, as presented.


The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by John Adams to approve the 2022-23 School Meal Prices, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.


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



  1. LETTERS/NOTES



  1. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS


Trent Fox – Mr. Fox stated that he appreciated everyone being here on this nice summer evening. He thanked Tilmon Clark for coming and sharing all of the information that happened this past school year regarding athletics. He has seen the social media posts from Mr. Clark and thinks it is really nice to be able to see and read about the events since obviously nobody can make it to all of the events. It is always nice to be able to see pictures of those events and read about them.  Mr. Fox stated he feels proud to be a part of this corporation and all of the things that are going on.  His hope is that the smaller kids will see that also and it will drive them to want to be a part of that as well. Mr. Fox feels it is always good to have new people coming in.  He hopes that everyone enjoys their summer and their families


Adam Williams – Mr. Williams thanked Mr. Clark for highlighting all of the student achievements.  He thanked the kids and coaches for working so hard and acknowledged all of the wonderful accomplishments throughout the school year. He stated that the life lessons that student athletes learn are phenomenal.  These students learn that they either have to work harder to reach their goals or they realize they did work harder and it paid off. He stated that he rejoices in those accomplishments with the kids and wishes them all well.  Mr. Williams thanked all the volunteers and coaches that step up to help the kids.  He welcomed all the new hires.


John Adams – Mr. Adams would like to welcome Joy Diebold and Hayden Ferguson to the DelCom family.  He thanked Autumn Lavin for her time spent as an IA at Eaton Elementary and states that whether an employee is here for even a few short weeks or months he is sure they have left an impression on the kids and/or the DelCom family in some positive way.  Mr. Adams stated that he also saw the social media posts from Mr. Clark and congratulated him on a great first year. He stated that it would be hard to repeat this past year, however he feels that Mr. Clark has a lot of good people and he also feels that the coaches are outstanding.  He stated that to put it all into perspective, it was a pretty amazing year.  It has been sometime since we had a mental attitude award winner, and that is a big deal when you get to that level and shine just a little bit more.  Mr. Adams noted a lot of accolades to our athletic department and acknowledged they have put in a lot of time and effort and it certainly shows. He thanked AIG / Valic for their donation and states that all donations benefit the kids in one way or another.  Mr. Adams also thanked Tyce Stebbins and his mowing crew and stated that everything looks good. 


Lance Engle – Mr. Engle concurred with his fellow board members and would like to welcome Mrs. Diebold and Mr. Ferguson to the corporation and hopes they enjoy working here and being a part of the DelCom family.  Mr. Engel thanked Mr. Clark for a great first year as the Athletic Director.  He has heard nothing but great things from others about Mr. Clark himself and he feels it has been a solid first year for him. Mr. Engle stated he is looking forward to more great things in the future.  He would like for everyone to enjoy their summer and enjoy some time off. 


  1. FUTURE MEETINGS


  1. A regular meeting of the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.



  1. ADJOURNMENT


A motion was made by _____ and seconded by _____ and Board President, Lance Engle, adjourned the meeting at _____ p.m.




  

June 20, 2022



LANCE ENGLE              


JACOB CASE 


JOHN ADAMS



ADAM WILLIAMS


TRENT FOX