Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
January 20, 2020 7:00 p.m.
Shettler Elementary Library
I. The Regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Board President, Dave Hazekamp.
II. ROLL CALL: Present – Jill Brott, Elroy Buckner, Tim Burgess, Kris Cole, Dave Hazekamp, and Steve Kelly.
Absent – Susan Franklin.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 20-006. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
IV. PRESENTATIONS
Art Teachers, Karrn Middleman, Robin Latsch, Jason Avery, and Dawn Jacobson along with their students presented School Board members with student artwork in honor of Board Appreciation Month. Thank you cards, and gifts were also presented to the Board.
Shettler Principal, Janelle Duffey, staff members, and students spoke about a new program in their school. “Shettler Families” was created to bring students from all grade levels together a couple times per month to work on positive behavior curriculum and various projects as a “family”. Each family is led by a staff member, has a family name, and a secret handshake. The families will stay together until they leave the building, adding new kindergartners each year.
V. COMMUNICATIONS
None.
VI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
John Winskas advised the Board that Consumer’s Energy would be presenting a check to the district on 1/23/20. He also spoke about lockers and kitchen equipment having been sold to a neighboring district.
VII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Superintendent, Bob Szymoniak mentioned a committee survey to board members. He asked that it be completed and returned to Dave Hazekamp.
Bob also spoke about the Hackley Community Care counselor located at Edgewood. Her caseload is full and a potential grant is being sought for a second counselor.
Lauren Chesney commented on the success of opening the new academic wing of the high school on January 6th.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 20-007. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Buckner to approve the Consent Agenda as presented:
1. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2019
2. Approval of Bills
3. Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report and ACH Transactions
4. Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report
5. Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report
6. Approval of the Capital Projects Progress Report
7. Approval of Personnel Report
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
IX. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
None.
X. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held January 13, 2020.
Elroy Buckner reported on a Business and Finance Committee meeting held January 13, 2020. Elroy Buckner, Dave Hazekamp, Mark Mesbergen, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed: Replacing the High School Gymnasium Sound System and a Facilities Committee.
XI. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held January 13, 2020.
Steve Kelly reported on a Personnel Committee meeting held January 13, 2020. Dave Hazekamp, Tim Burgess, Mark Mesbergen and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed: using the MAISD for payroll assistance during a maternity leave, the 2020-21 School Calendar, a Facilities Committee, and the Social/Emotional Support Team changes.
2. MAISD Payroll Service.
Item 20-008. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Cole to approve contracting with the MAISD for payroll assistance during Katie Shawl’s maternity leave.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
XII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held January 14, 2020.
Jill Brott reported on a Student Affairs Committee meeting held January 14, 2020. Jill Brott, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, Allison Camp, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed: a Comfort Dog, the Social/Emotional Support Team changes, a Facilities Committee, Email Communications, A New High School Course, Early Childhood Center Raises, and the Impact Significant Behavioral Issues have on Teachers.
2. New High School Course.
Item 20-009. MOTION by Brott, SECOND by Kelly to approve the high school Musical Theatre course as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
3. ECC Pay Increase.
Item 20-010. MOTION by Brott, SECOND by Cole to approve the Early Childhood Center pay increases. The cost of these raises will be handled by the Early Childhood Center budget so that there will be no impact on the district’s general fund.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
4. Overnight Trip Requests.
Item 20-011. MOTION by Brott, SECOND by Buckner to approve the overnight trip requests as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
XIII. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Kris Cole mentioned that the Middle School Robotics team recently took 2nd place at State competition.
Steve Kelly said the Superhero/Musical Pancake breakfast was a huge success! He gave kudos to all. Steve also mentioned the recent success of the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams.
XIV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL
MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet February 10, 2020 at 11:30 a.m.
2. Personnel Committee will meet February 10, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
3. Student Affairs Committee will meet February 11, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.
XV. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Media Specialist, Pam Gustafson thanked Kris Cole for his work with the Shettler Robotic team, thanked the Board for their dedication to the district, and commented on the great group of staff members at Shettler.
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
Item 20-012. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Kelly, Board Secretary
Maribeth Clarke, Recording Secretary