MINUTES
R-I SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School Cafeteria
Thursday, January 22, 2015
VAN- FAR
Christy Nelson, President
Jim Hopke, Vice-President
Kimber Nation, Secretary
Larry Wheeler, Treasurer
Pete Nasir, Director
Greg Frost, Director
Kevin Motley, Director
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Six members were present. Kimber Nation was absent.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion:
To approve the consent agenda.
Made by:
Dr. Frost
Seconded by: Mr. Nasir
Vote:
5 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention – Mr. Motley
Motion:
Made by:
Seconded by:
Vote:
To accept the M.U.S.I.C. Insurance renewal addendum.
Mr. Nasir
Mr. Motley
6 Yes, 0 No
STUDENT RECOGNITION:
Joy Davis introduced winners of the VFW Post 2173 Ladies Auxiliary Essay Contest.
The essays were titled “Why I Appreciate American’s Veterans”. 1st place – Makayla
Franke, 2nd place – Madalyn Cole and 3rd place- Jaylee Jennings. Other participants were
Jordan Garner, Emily Humphrey, Tess Kuda and Halynna Yager. She presented
certificates to those in attendance.
STAFF/PATRON/VFTA INPUT:
Joe Basinger and Angie Noel announced that the VFTA Carnival and fish fry is March
27th, from 5-8 p.m. This is the VFTA’s only fundraiser for the scholarships they award.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORTS
Enrollment
Dr. Hunter reported that total enrollment is 609 students, with 240 in the Jr./Sr. high
school and 369 in the elementary.
Facilities
Dr. Hunter provided updates on the following items:
-The LED canopy lighting has been installed.
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MINUTES
R-I SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School Cafeteria
Thursday, January 22, 2015
VAN- FAR
Board Candidate Filings:
Filing closed January 20, 2015. Incumbents Dr. Frost and Mr. Nasir were the only
filings, so there will not be an election.
State Assessment Update:
Dr. Hunter reviewed items from the state website, including the 3rd-8th grade levels will
be tested this year, all 11th grade students will take the ACT and preparation is underway
for spring testing. MSIP 5 is also under revision.
School Board Recognition Week:
School Board Recognition Week is January 25-31. Dr. Hunter thanked Board Members
for their service and presented MSBA certificates to recognize their efforts toward
children and our community.
PRINCIPALS’/DIRECTORS’ REPORTS:
(see attached)
In addition to their written reports, principals presented the following information:
Mrs. Pirch reported on:
-Sophomores have received information on the Vo-Tech program and an open house will
be held February 19th
-February 2nd - FBLA is hosting the Pink-Out game vs Montgomery County. This is a
fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
-Speech & Drama will hold auditions February 3rd for their musical “Beauty and the
Beast”, to be presented in April.
-February 4th is the EMO Conference Band Concert and Art Show in Wright City.
-March 4th - Severe Weather Assembly
Mr. Hummel reported on the following:
-PTO sponsored a Safety & Bullying Night
-The last week of January will be the Booster Club 5th & 6th grade tournament
-February 10th is the next PTO meeting
-Family Date Night is being planned.
Charlie Stroker reported that repairs are being made to busses to prepare for inspections.
ACTION ITEMS:
APPROVE THIRD READING OF MSBA POLICIES ADF, EF, IND
Motion:
To approve the MSBA Policies ADF – District Wellness Program, EF –
Food Service Management, IND- Ceremonies and Observances.
Made by:
Mr. Nasir
Seconded by: Dr. Frost
Vote:
6 yes, 0 no
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MINUTES
R-I SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School Cafeteria
Thursday, January 22, 2015
VAN- FAR
APPROVE SURPLUS PROPERTY ITEMS:
Surplus items listed: one set of four used mud/snow tires.
Motion:
Made by:
Seconded by:
Vote:
To approve the surplus items.
Mr. Nasir
Mr. Motley
6 Yes, 0 No
APPROVE TRAILER BIDS:
Two bids were received for the removal and demolition of the damaged early childhood
trailer.
Motion:
Made by:
Seconded by:
Vote:
To accept a bid of $200.00 to remove and dispose of the trailer.
Mr. Hopke
Mr. Nasir
6 yes, 0 no
APPROVE BALLOT LANGUAGE:
Dr. Hunter provided sample resolution material and reviewed the timeline from the initial
facilities committee meeting through the current architect proposals. He also presented
the costs for each proposal and sample ballot language. Discussion proceeded regarding
Study 1and Study 2, proposal revisions, bonding capacity, off-set funding and the no-tax
increase bond amount.
Motion:
Made by:
Seconded by:
Vote:
To pass a resolution for a bond issue in the amount of $2,161,000.
Mr. Nasir
Dr. Frost
5 Yes, 1 No
Motion:
To nominate Jim Hopke as acting secretary in the absence of Kimber
Nation.
Made by:
Mr. Nasir
Seconded by: Mr. Motley
Vote:
5 Yes, 0 No, 1 Abstention – Mr. Hopke
Motion:
Made by:
Seconded by:
Vote:
To approve resolution and ballot language with change in the amount.
Mr. Nasir
Dr. Frost
5 Yes, 1 No
APPROVE RESIGNATION:
A letter of resignation was read from Terri Udelhoven.
Motion:
To approve resignation.
Made by:
Mr. Wheeler
Seconded by: Mr. Nasir
Vote:
6 Yes, 0 No
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MINUTES
VAN- FAR R-I SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School Cafeteria
Thursday, January 22, 2015
PRESENTATION:
Mrs. Pirch presented Madelyn Cole with her 2nd place certificate for the essay contest.
REPORTS OF MEMBERS:
A thank you card was received from Alan & Teresa Winders thanking the board for the
memorial stone in memory of Clinton Winders.
ADJOURN :
Motion:
To adjourn at 7:12 p.m. to executive session for the reasons listed on the
agenda.
Made by:
Mr. Motley
Seconded by: Mr. Nasir
Vote:
Mrs. Nelson – yes, Mr. Hopke – yes, Mr. Wheeler – yes, Mr. Nasir – yes,
Dr. Frost – yes, Mr. Motley- yes
_____________________________
President
_____________________________
Secretary
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