KELLOGGSVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting/Public Forum – October 26, 2015
Report No. 15-54
CONSENT AGENDA
MINUTES OF
MEETING
ROLL CALL
Regular Meeting – October 12, 2015
Present: Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Groters, Mr. Pomorski, Mrs. Sellers,
Mr. Skinner, Mrs. Tanis, and Mrs. Ward
Also present: Samuel L. Wright, Superintendent
Employees and Visitors
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
President Pomorski called the meeting to order at 5:40 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Board and Visitors recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
NEXT REGULARYLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS
The next regularly scheduled board meetings will be held:
October 26, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m. High School - - Public Forum
November 09, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m. Board of Education Center
November 23, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m. Board of Education Center
December 14, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m. Board of Education Center
COMMUNICATIONS - None
VISITORS
President Pomorski welcomed visitors.
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Consent Agenda
It was moved by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mrs. Ward, to approve Consent Agenda
items 15-45 and 15-46.
Yeas: 7
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
15-45
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from 09/25/15
15-46
Approval of Personnel Report
FOR ACTION
A. Approval of Teacher Tenure List for 2015-16 (REVISED)
It was moved by Mr. Skinner, seconded by Mrs. Sellers, to approve, as a matter of record,
the revision to the teacher tenure list for 2015-16. The district does not have any teachers
eligible for tenure in 2015-16.
Yeas: 7
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
B. Approval of Goal Committees
It was moved by Mrs. Ward, seconded by Mrs. Groters, to approve the 2015-16 Goal
Committee assignments and report dates as amended
Yeas: 7
Nays: 0
MOTION CARRIED
FOR PROPOSAL - None
Regular Meeting
October 12, 2015
Page Two
FOR INFORMATION
A. First Student Count - - Enrollment
Mr. Wright gave a summary of the first student count day that was held on 10/07/15. The
projection for the 2015-16 school year was 2067 however, the actual student enrollment
was 2241 - - an increase of 174 students. The district’s solid reputation as an educational
institution, small community atmosphere, and the programs/opportunities we provide for
all students has supported the rising trend in student enrollment. He pointed out that any
financial gain due to the increased enrollment will fund additional staffing needs and
added resources for classrooms.
B. Schools of Choice
Mr. Wright shared an update on the results of the School of Choice program for the 201516 school year. The district submitted 250 available openings and filled all 250 spaces.
He highlighted a breakdown of the student demographics, adding that next year, the
district will likely offer more openings to students wanting to attend KPS.
C. Homecoming
Mr. Gunn shared a brief summary of the events and activities that took place during
homecoming week at KHS. Participation from staff and students helped to make the
week a huge success, from spirit week activities to the parade and the dance, Rocket
Pride shown throughout. Mr. Gunn shared appreciation to board members and
administrators for their participation and specifically to Mr. Lakatos, Drew’s Used Cars,
and the Cities of Wyoming and Kentwood for organizing and arranging parade details.
D. Update: High School Lunch Period
As shared with the board on 09/14/15, the high school began a two lunch period schedule
in an effort to accommodate the increased number of high school students for lunch. Mr.
Gunn shared that the new schedule has been very successful, allowing more students to
be served in a more efficient capacity with little to no push-back from students and
parents. He noted that the success of this schedule will continue into next year, if student
enrollment supports the need.
E. Bond Construction Projects
Currently, there are two (2) construction projects taking place within the district. Mr.
Lafler shared an update with the board on the secured entrance at the Middle School
vestibule and the construction on the new maintenance building near the bus garage.
The secured entrance at the MS began on 10/05/15 and is on schedule with all work
taking place after-hours and an anticipated completion date of 11/30/15. The only item
of concern at this time is the delivery status on the ADA equipment on the new vestibule
doors.
The maintenance building started a few days beyond the scheduled start date due to a
delay of the concrete pour but is otherwise moving along as anticipated. The framing that
is currently underway should be completed by 10/23/15. This project is anticipated to be
completed in late November/early December. With both projects, progress meetings are
scheduled and take place every two weeks to keep all parties updated.
Regular Meeting
October 12, 2015
Page Three
OTHER MATTERS - None
INTRODUCTION OF MATTERS BY BOARD MEMBERS
- Mrs. Ward – enjoyed being part of the parade and attending the chilly football game
that followed;
- Mr. Skinner – expressed appreciation to Mr. Lakatos for the big job of organizing the
homecoming parade. He also thanked administrators and volunteers who work the pit
and gates at the football game and the interesting individuals and incidents that they
sometimes have to take care of – they do a good job keeping everyone in line;
- Mrs. Sellers – nothing;
- Mr. Anderson – also shared appreciation to Mr. Lakatos for his efforts with the events
that he coordinates for homecoming;
- Mrs. Groters – shared that the football game was very well attended as evident by the
record sales at the concession staff staffed by the Band Boosters;
- Mrs. Tanis – shared appreciation to staff for participating in the homecoming events –
the students enjoyed the week’s activities;
- Mr. Pomorski – nothing;
ADJOURNMENT
President Pomorski adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
David Skinner Jr., Secretary
Kelloggsville Board of Education
Beth A. Postma
Recorder
VISITORS: Kim Stevens, Russ Hoorn, Joyce Massey, Brenda Jansen, Eric Alcorn,
Tammy Savage, Jim Lafler, Scott Gunn, Terri Ricketson, Suzanne Schmier, Kelly
Farkas, Ron Rathlein.