May 6, 2024

DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024

6:30 p.m. 

ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MINUTES

Present:  Lance Engle, President; Valerie Alexander, Vice President; Jacob Case, Secretary; John Adams, Member; Darin Gullion, Assistant Superintendent; and Greg Kile, Superintendent

Absent:  Alice Gillis, Member

  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 Jacob Case and seconded by Valerie Alexander to amend the agenda, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR 

No comments were received.

  1. UPDATES FROM PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS

CONSENT AGENDA

A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the following under Consent Agenda:

  1. MINUTES

Accepted the minutes of the business meeting held on April 15, 2024.

  1. FINANCE

  1. Accepted the list of vouchers, as presented. 

  1. NEW BUSINESS

  1. Certified Staff

  1. None.

  1. Classified Staff

  1. Resignation of Jen McIntyre, Latchkey Supervisor at Eaton Elementary School, effective April 23, 2024.  

  1. Resignation of Jenny Stults, Food Service Cook at Albany Elementary School, effective April 24, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to employ Traci Chambers as a Food Service Cook at Albany Elementary School effective May 2, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to employ Morgan Gaddis as a Latchkey Aide effective June 3, 2024, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.

  1. Recommendation to transfer Ryder Riggin from a Latchkey Aide at Royerton Elementary School to a Latchkey Assistant Supervisor at Eaton Elementary School effective April 25, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to transfer Danielle Weber from a Latchkey Assistant Supervisor at Royerton Elementary School to a Latchkey Supervisor at Eaton Elementary School effective April 23, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to transfer April Lear from a Food Service Cook to a Food Service Assistant Manager at Royerton Elementary School effective April 29, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to increase hours for Julie Moore, Food Service Cook at Royerton Elementary School, from 4 hours to 6.5 hours per day effective April 29, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to employ Summer Blast employees, as presented.

  1. Extra-Curricular

  1. Resignation of Shelly Kern, Math Bowl Coach at Eaton Elementary School, effective immediately.

  1. Resignation of Paul Ashcraft, 7th Grade Boys’ Basketball Coach at Delta Middle School, effective immediately.

  1. Recommendation to employ Juli Dorton as a 6th Grade Volleyball Coach at Delta Middle School effective for the 2024-25 school year.

  1. Recommendation to employ Haley Cross as a 7th Grade Volleyball Coach at Delta Middle School effective for the 2024-25 school year.

  1. Recommendation to employ Kendra Hirons as an IREAD-3 Remediation Teacher at Royerton Elementary School effective May 28, 2024 through May 31, 2024.

  1. Recommendation to employ Lynde Bratton as a Student Council Sponsor (split position) at Delta Middle School effective for the 2024-25 school year.

  1. Recommendation to employ Kaleigh Leatherwood and Kaysi Lampton as Best Buddies Sponsors at Delta Middle School effective for the 2024-25 school year.

  1. Recommendation to employ Kaleigh Leatherwood and Kaysi Lampton as Best Buddies Sponsors at Delta High School effective for the 2024-25 school year.

  1. Conference Requests/Field Trips

  1. Andy Lewman requests permission to attend Motivating the Unmotivated: Teaching the Hard to Reach Student to be held virtually.

  1. Holly Hopkins and Lorie Crouch request permission to attend Prom Decorating to be held on April 26, 2024 at Cornerstone.

  1. Carrie Clevenger requests permission to attend the WVEC ELTOR Meeting to be held on May 9, 2024 at Purdue Technology Center in West Lafayette, IN.

  1. Lindsey Thompson requests permission to attend PowerSchool High School to be held from June 11, 2024 through June 12, 2024 at Noblesville West Middle School in Noblesville, IN.

  1. Melodee Motsenbocker requests permission to attend the Reading Summit to be held on June 13, 2024 at Lebanon High School in Lebanon, IN.

  1. Lindsey Thompson requests permission to attend Advanced Institute: Teaching the Science of Reading to be held from June 25, 2024 through June 27, 2024 at Ball State in Muncie, IN.

  1. Use of Facilities

  1. Marlee Small, Town of Albany, requests permission to use the Albany Elementary School playground, parking lot, and baseball field on           July 13, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. to hold the Albany Freedom Festival, as presented.

  1. Kylie Johnson, Delta Volleyball, requests permission to use the Delta High School gymnasiums from July 30, 2024 through August 1, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to hold a Youth Camp, as presented. 

The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

AGENDA

  1. FINANCE

  1. Purchases over $5000:

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

  1.   CSC OP $5,000.00

(EES/RES security cameras)

  1. Indy Controls OP $15,465.00

(Honeywell Maintenance Agreement)

  1. Electronic Strategies EDU $22,911.76

(DHS student workstations)

  1. CIESC ESSER III $29,920.00

(Professional Development)

The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. Dr. Gullion, Assistant Superintendent, gave a Monthly Finance Review.

  1. NEW BUSINESS

  1. Certified Staff

  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Valerie Alexander to approve the recommendation to employ Anne Wuthrich as a Teacher at Delta High School effective August 5, 2024, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Valerie Alexander and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the recommendation to employ Elizabeth Marshall as a Teacher at Delta High School effective August 5, 2024, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. Classified Staff

  1. None.

  1. Information and Proposals

  1. Superintendent

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Valerie Alexander to approve the requests for unpaid days, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the McGuff Roofing Contract (DHS roof), as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Valerie Alexander to approve the DMS/DHS Curriculum Maps, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. Superintendent Kile informed the Board about the following fundraisers (information only):

  1. Tim Cleland, DHS, requests permission to hold Malachi’s Wagon Ride 5K Run to be held on June 3, 2024.  Proceeds go towards the Malachi Sherck family, as presented.

  1. Assistant Superintendent

  1. Donations:

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

  1. Request for Eaton Elementary School to accept the donation of bicycles from Dean Miers, as presented.

The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Valerie Alexander to approve the request for Delta High School to surplus items, as presented.  The motion was approved 4-0 vote.

  1. LETTERS/NOTES

  1. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

John Adams – Mr. Adams apologized he was out of town when he received the news about the loss of our teacher.  He stated he’s been on the Board a long time and that’s not something you want to have to think or worry about.  His heart goes out to everyone and to her family.  He stated he knows she was surrounded with good people, he hated not to be in town for that.  He informed everyone before the meeting, we had a ground breaking out front.  He stated we are getting ready to spend some necessary money to do what we can to help make the school safe.  He stated that’s a commitment from the Board moving forward and Albany was slated first, but they have other things they plan to do.  He wants to make sure we send a message to the smaller towns that we are committed to where we are because that’s a big deal.  He stated we don’t want to be the cause of a town to go down or not have a place for an elementary.  He commented this Board is committed to making sure we keep these buildings viable moving forward as well as putting safety in place.  He thanked all those who showed up to be a part of the Ground Breaking Ceremony.  He stated it’s great to hear all that’s going on in the buildings and knows the kids need a break from testing and all other things going on so it’s well deserved.  He congratulated our new hires, Ms. Wuthrich and Ms. Marshall.  He stated it’s always great to bring on good people and he’s proud they chose us.  He stated we have another donation and gets amazed that not many meetings go by where we don’t have some sort of donation from someone.  He stated Mr. Miers has certainly helped provide over the years and thanked him.  He stated it’s a testament to the community we live in and he greatly appreciates it.  

Jacob Case – Mr. Case concurred with his fellow board member.  He congratulated all the sports teams who are finishing up.  He stated we only have a few weeks of school left and he hopes everyone pushes through.  He stated safety is very important in our schools and our kids need to be kept safe.  He thanked Mr. Blakely for all he’s doing and stated he always sees him and our Resource Officers out and about and he likes seeing that.  

Valerie Alexander – Ms. Alexander concurred with her fellow board members.  She stated her son is in 8th grade and they are doing the Reality Store Friday and she’s excited for that.  She stated she’s excited to see the different things that are happing.  She congratulated Ms. Marshall and Ms. Wuthrich and is excited to hear about Ms. Marshall’s first year.  She stated she is also excited to see what all happens with the Preschool next year and wished them good luck.  She thanked Mr. Parrott for the tour and for everything that has taken place.  She stated it sounds like the staff is acclimating and making lemonade out of lemons.  She appreciates the donations and knows Eaton has benefited from Mr. Miers’ generosity.  

Lance Engle – Mr. Engle concurred with his fellow board members.  He stated its Teacher Appreciation Week and he appreciates teachers all year long, but especially this week.  He stated we have some really great teachers here at DelCom.  He commented there are still teachers he had in school and his kids now have and it’s wonderful when we can celebrate them.  He stated School Nurses’ Day is coming up and we have fantastic nurses.  He stated they are the unsung heroes who you don’t hear much about, but they do a lot with taking care of our kids and making sure they are taken care of and we appreciate them.  He commented the school year is winding down, we are in the month of May and we have a lot great things going on with field days, talent shows, field trips, etc.  He appreciates what everyone has done this year and stated the students and staff have worked hard.  

  1. FUTURE MEETINGS

  1. A regular meeting for the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.

  1. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Valerie Alexander and Board President, Lance Engle, adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.

A Work Session was held immediately following the business meeting.

May 6, 2024

LANCE ENGLE               


VALERIE ALEXANDER


JACOB CASE  



JOHN ADAMS


ALICE GILLIS