School Board Minutes

Red Rock Central District No. 2884

Tuesday, July 8, 2003

The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education, District No. 2884, was held in the Board Room in Lamberton on Tuesday, July 8, 2003. Members present were: Clarke, Derickson, Gransee, Imker, Mattison, and Meyer. Myers was tardy. Superintendent Brennan, Administrative Assistant Olson, Arlyce Anderson, and Denise Clarke were also in attendance.

Chairman Gransee called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.

Upon motion of Clarke, seconded by Derickson and unanimously carried to approve the updated agenda and the minutes of the June 19, 2003 meeting.

Upon motion of Mattison, seconded by Meyer and unanimously carried to approve the treasurer’s report.

Brenda Derickson, representing the CAPP committee, distributed copies of the final report for the CAPP program to the Board and was on hand to answer questions from the Board regarding the program.

Administrative Assistant Olson distributed copies of updated changes in the handbook. Discussion was held on the following items: 9^th grade graduation standards requirements, detention, attendance policy and procedures, attendance appeals, Category II eligibility, and concert eligibility. The Board will look over the changes and take action at the August meeting.

Discussion was held regarding the installation of ceiling fans in the gymnasium. The cost would be under $4,000. The west door of the gymnasium will be weatherized this year.

Upon motion of Imker and seconded by Clarke to adopt the resolution pertaining to the Minnesota Tax and Aid Anticipation Program for the 2003-2004 school year. (Copy of Resolution attached). Voting in favor: Derickson, Myers, Imker, Clarke, Mattison, Meyer, and Gransee. Voting against: None.

Discussion of fees and prices of the 2003-2004 school year took place. It was agreed that the only change would be in hot lunch prices (increase $.05 per meal). Fees and prices for the 2003-2004 school year are as follows: Season Pass: Adult - $40.00; Grades 7-12 - $22.50; Grades K-6 - $16.00; Family Maximum - $90.00. Participation Fees: Grades 7-8 - $10.00 per activity; Grades 9-12 - $25.00 first activity, $15.00 second activity, and $10.00 third activity; Family maximum - $75.00. Athletic Events Admission: Adult - $4.00; Students K-12 - $2.00. Instrument Rental: Grades 7-12 - $50.00, Elementary - $30.00, Percussion - $25.00. Hot Lunch: Grades 7-12 - $1.65, Elementary - $1.50, Adult - $2.55.

Discussion was held regarding charging a participation fee for Speech and Drama. The Board will take action at the next meeting.

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Upon motion of Clarke, seconded by Derickson and unanimously carried, to accept the Health and Safety Plan and to direct Superintendent Brennan to submit the Health and Safety Plan to the SW/WC Service Cooperative in Marshall as written.

Upon motion of Meyer, seconded by Mattison and unanimously carried, to accept the resignation of Scott Hanson as High School Chemistry and Physics teacher and to thank him for his years of service.

Upon motion of Imker, seconded by Clarke and unanimously carried, to employ Donna Stotesbery as High School Chemistry and Physics teacher for the 2003-2004 school year.

Superintendent Brennan discussed the purchase of 26 new computers and licenses for the labs. They were purchased through a Federal grant for $16,000.

Discussion on the following items took place: Competitive Dance Line, Redwood County Collaberative, and Dairy and Bakery Bids.

The next negotiation meeting with the teachers will be July 22^nd in Lamberton.

The next Board meeting will be held on August 11^th at 7:30 in Lamberton.

Upon motion of Clarke, seconded by Myers and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m.

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Paula R. Derickson, Clerk Denise Clarke, Recorder