179Administrator Page 1 10/26/1627 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS

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1 179Administrator Page 1 10/26/1627 The second Meeting of September was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at Wamlsey Elementary. Member s present were, President Guettler, Director Johnson, Director Parks, and Director Rickstrew. Director Hedberg was excused. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER 6:00 pm Approval of the September 27, 2016 Agenda - A motion was made by Director Rickstrew to approve the September 27, 2016 Agenda Director Johnson seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. PUBLIC AUDIENCE No public audience ADDITIONS TO AS FOLLOWS: Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Ben Kirk to hire Kim Feese for the position of Assistant Volley Ball Coach at Coal Ridge High School effective September 19, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to add 3 additional READ Act hours for Jessica Leavitt, Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 26, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Shelley Gardineer to hire Josh Hedman for the position of Paraprofessional for Wellspring at Rifle Middle School effective September 26, Approval of two Fundraisers for Graham Mesa Elementary; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to have Angela Robles transfer from part time Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary to full time Special Education Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 29, Anne Guettler recused herself from the agenda item, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, A motion was made by Director Rickstrew to approve the Consent Agenda as amended with the removal of the recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton as a separate item. Director Parks seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. Approval of the September 13, 2016 Board Minutes; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Ben Kirk to hire Kim Feese for the position of Assistant Volley Ball Coach at Coal Ridge High School effective September 19, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to add 3 additional READ Act hours for Jessica Leavitt, Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 26, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Shelley Gardineer to hire Josh Hedman for the position of Paraprofessional for Wellspring at Rifle Middle School effective September 26, Approval a of two Fundraisers for Graham Mesa Elementary ; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to have Angela Robles transfer from part time Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary to full time Special Education Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 29, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Heather to hire Liza Bennett for the position of Special Education Paraprofessional at Graham Mesa Elementary; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Lori VanSlyke to hire Tula Davidson for the position of Substitute Cook in New Castle effective September 15, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Lori VanSlyke to hire Laura Armendariz for the position of Substitute Cook for the Rifle Schools effective September 14, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Craig Jay to hire Cindy Jewell for the position of Substitute Custodian District-wide effective September 19, Approval of a termination of a Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 15, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Shelley Gardineer to have Mark Cayou transfer from part time ISS Supervisor to full time ISS Supervisor at Rifle Middle School effective September 22, Approval of a letter of resignation from Chris Benson, 8 th Grade Head Boys Basketball Coach at Riverside Middle School effective September 18, Approval of a letter of resignation from Laimis Grybe, 8 th Grade Assistant Boys Basketball MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PUBLIC AUDIENCE ADDITIONS TO THE CONSENT AGENDA

2 179Administrator Page 2 10/26/1627 Coach at Riverside Middle School effective September 20, Approval of a letter of resignation Greg Hughes, Special Education Teacher at Riverside Middle School effective September 29, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Ben Kirk to have Shelby Sexton be a Volunteer Cheer Coach for Coal Ridge High School effective September 1, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Chris Miller to have Kevin Sheets be a Volunteer Football Coach for Rifle Middle School effective September 19, Approval of a letter of resignation from Thania Cruz, Special Education Paraprofessional at Elk Creek Elementary effective September 29, Approval of a request for a one year leave for the school year from Jessica Gordon Art Teacher at Riverside Middle School; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Jana Price to hire Lisa Johnson for the position of Special Education Paraprofessional at Kathryn Senor Elementary effective September 26, Approval of the packet of fundraisers for Graham Mesa Elementary; A motion was made by Director Johnson for the Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, Director Parks seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT REPORT - SUPERINTENDENT S REPORT Mr. Curtice announced to Board members that he was proud to have the Student Council Members from both Coal Ridge High School and Rifle High School here to attend the meeting. They will now be reporting to the Board once a month. Natalie Dougherty, Student Body President for Coal Ridge High School and Student Body President Sadie Suarez, Vice President Kenia Chavez, and Treasurer, Adamarys Nagaya from Rifle High School all reported that their main focus now is Homecoming. Coal Ridge High Schools Homecoming game will be on October 14 th and Rifle High Schools is October 7 th. Both schools are busy preparing for Spirit week. The Board enjoyed having them at the meeting and said they represented their schools very well. Craig Jay updated the Board on the parking lot status. He also discussed the results of the OCR Audit and the list of repairs and upgrades that will have to be addressed as items in the capital projects this summer. He shared concerns the City of Rifle has expressed regarding the fireworks display at Rifle Middle School. The City was asked to find a different location because of the damage being caused to the Roof on the Middle School. No final decision has been made at this time and conversations will continue to find the best alternative plan. Mr. Jay updated the Board on the progress of Elk Creeks roof project with the completion date set for October 7 th. Mr. Jay also discussed with Board members their opinions of the need for a Facility Needs Committee and who should facilitate that. Theresa Hamilton updated the Board on Safety. She reminded them of the training the district had with the I Love You Guys program. She explained all the schools are following this protocol. One of the goals is to make sure there are no mixed philosophies and everyone speaks a common language. Ms. Hamilton explained there will be more training and table top exercises in the future to insure we are following procedure. Mr. Curtice and Dave Lindenberg attended the CASE Superintendent Conference in Avon last week. Mr. Curtice reported the state revenues are down and they will have a better idea of where we stand the first of November. Mr. Curtice discussed the assessment data that Julie Knowles discussed at the Workshop and commented on the importance of goal #2 and the work they will do with Ava Lanes moving forward. Mr. Curtice has been working on bus routes and a schedule with Sanja Morgan so he can ride the bus! He is looking forward to the experience of beginning his day traveling with students. Mr. Curtice will also begin work on the World Café. This project will involve all three communities gathering information from parents and community members and teaching the Board Goals. Mr. Curtice provided Board members with a monthly report that he reviewed with them. He also included new criteria on the Superintendent evaluation form that was suggested by Director Rickstrew. The Board gave a thumbs up and Mr. Curtice will test it out by having the Principals and Directors evaluate him next week. Mr. Curtice gave SHOUT OUTS to Theresa Hamilton for coaching the Student Council Members from Rifle High School and Coal Ridge High School. He also included the students for doing such a great job. He was very proud how they represented their schools like true leaders! He also thanked Wamsley staff for the great presentation they delivered and how welcome they made everyone feel. Thanks! ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT REPORT SUPERINTENDENT s REPORT BOARD REPORTS AND REQUESTS Director Johnson attended CASB Fall Regional meeting held at Grand River Hospital on Monday. She commented that it was eye opening to see how important it is to keep up on what is happening at the state level regarding education. She also attended breakfast at Rifle BOARD REPORTS AND REQUESTS

3 179Administrator Page 3 10/26/1627 Middle School held by the Youth for Christ. She was impressed at the number of students who attend at both Rifle Middle School and Riverside and was glad to see it was provided for student s who wish to attend. Director Johnson also attended the Math Night at Graham Mesa Elementary and commented there was great parent participation. Director Parks congratulated Jacob Smith for the award he received for Golf. She said his grandfather would be proud of him. Director Parks also attended the CASB luncheon on Monday and said it was very informative. She discussed the topic regarding having a policy in place regarding the distribution of medical marijuana on school grounds. Mr. Curtice said they would check with CASB to get an example policy. Director Rickstrew attended the CASB luncheon and commented, the legislative insight was a sign of what was to come for us. He also commented regarding the marijuana policy that it would be better to be proactive and have a policy in place. Director Rickstrew said he has received the dates for Collaborative Solutions meetings and plans to attend but he might have to leave early some times because of conflicting meetings. Board members thanked him for taking the time to attend the meetings they know what great work is done by the Collaborative Solutions committee and how much it helps for the Board to be supportive and participate. Director Rickstrew attended the football game at Rifle High last Friday and said it was a successful win he also attended Coal Ridge High football game the week before and commented how good the vibe felt and how hard they played. Director Rickstrew asked questions regarding the 4-day school week to gain information for some questions he has been asked from the public regarding student achievement. Director Rickstrew had a question regarding the monthly update provided by Brent Curtice. The question was focused on goal # 1, around customer service and how they would measure the progress. Mr, Curtice explained what they came up with at their Senior Leadership meeting on Monday to measure and monitor. Director Rickstrew also shared concerns he has heard about regarding the new Sub Finder, AESOP. Ms. Rhoades explained some pros and cons the new system has and what she thinks will be a positive benefit to principals and teachers. President Guettler attended the CASB Luncheon on Monday and shared that she speaks loudly to the relationship they have with CASB and the informative information they provide at the meetings. President Guettler thanked Board member Parks for attending the remote BOCES meeting scheduled for this Thursday with Mr. Curtice. She will not be able to attend. President Guettler discussed that about two weeks ago the state board agreed that diet pop could be allowed back in the schools although she has not heard much at this time she felt maybe they should look into creating a policy to have in place. President Guettler also announced she would like to see an addition to the agenda s to include an Advocacy item that may or may not have an item at each meeting. GOVERNANCE DISCUSSION ITEM - First Reading changes to Policy BE; Mr. Curtice reviewed the changes with Board Members and the Board asked that it be brought back for a second reading as an action item at the next meeting. GOVERNANCE DISCUSSION ITEM Occupancy Agreement; Director Rickstrew had questions regarding the present occupancy agreement and after some discussion the Board requested that when the contract is up for renew again they would like to see more detailed information in the agreement. Application for Lowes Toolbox Grant for Kathryn Senor Elementary; Jana Price, Principal at Kathryn Senor represented her innovation team. They are seeking funding for a school-wide innovation lab utilizing STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) concepts addressing Colorado Academic Standards. Ms. Price expressed her excitement she has in fulfilling her dream of having the lab for the students to access. She provided information to Board members regarding the grant application process and the Board gave their thumbs up to the grant. Policy JBB Sexual Harassment; Policy GBK, Staff Concerns/Complaints/Grievances; Policy GBK-R, Staff Concerns/Complaints/Grievances; Policy GBAA Sexual Harassment; Policy AC-E-1 Non-discrimination/Equal Opportunity; AC Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity; Policy AC-R Nondiscrimination/ Equal Opportunity (Complaint and Compliance Process) Jennifer Rhoades reviewed policies that were not in compliance with the OCR audit. She explained that the changes the Board were viewing have been revised by CASB. The Board asked that they be brought back for a second reading as an action item. GOVERNANCE ACTION ITEM Approval of the Supplemental Budget; A motion was made by Director Rickstrew. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of Garfield School District No. Re-2 in Garfield County that the above amounts be added to the Budget for Garfield Re-2. The Budgeted Use of Fund Balance will decrease from ($1,317,966) GOVERNANCE ACTION ITEM

4 179Administrator Page 4 10/26/1627 to (1,260,088) for the General Fund, due to carryover of the Forest Reserve revenue and expense, and an additional Capital Projects transfer for the East Parking Lot. Director Johnson seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. Approval of Two Rivers Agreement; A motion was made by Director Johnson to approve the Resolution for the Two Rivers Agreement. Director Parks seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. MEETING ADJOURNED 8:04 pm MEETING ADJOURNED Board President Secretary Date

5 179Administrator Page 5 10/26/1627 The second Meeting of September was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at Wamlsey Elementary. Member s present were, President Guettler, Director Johnson, Director Parks, and Director Rickstrew. Director Hedberg was excused. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER 6:00 pm Approval of the September 27, 2016 Agenda - A motion was made by Director Rickstrew to approve the September 27, 2016 Agenda Director Johnson seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. PUBLIC AUDIENCE No public audience ADDITIONS TO AS FOLLOWS: Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Ben Kirk to hire Kim Feese for the position of Assistant Volley Ball Coach at Coal Ridge High School effective September 19, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to add 3 additional READ Act hours for Jessica Leavitt, Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 26, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Shelley Gardineer to hire Josh Hedman for the position of Paraprofessional for Wellspring at Rifle Middle School effective September 26, Approval of two Fundraisers for Graham Mesa Elementary; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to have Angela Robles transfer from part time Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary to full time Special Education Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 29, Anne Guettler recused herself from the agenda item, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, A motion was made by Director Rickstrew to approve the Consent Agenda as amended with the removal of the recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton as a separate item. Director Parks seconded the motion. Voting on roll call as follows: Guettler, aye; Johnson, aye; Parks, aye; and Rickstrew, aye; Motion passes. Approval of the September 13, 2016 Board Minutes; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to hire Shelby Sexton for the position of Significant Needs Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 25, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Ben Kirk to hire Kim Feese for the position of Assistant Volley Ball Coach at Coal Ridge High School effective September 19, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to add 3 additional READ Act hours for Jessica Leavitt, Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 26, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Shelley Gardineer to hire Josh Hedman for the position of Paraprofessional for Wellspring at Rifle Middle School effective September 26, Approval a of two Fundraisers for Graham Mesa Elementary ; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Rich Hills to have Angela Robles transfer from part time Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary to full time Special Education Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 29, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Heather to hire Liza Bennett for the position of Special Education Paraprofessional at Graham Mesa Elementary; Approval of a letter of recommendation from Lori VanSlyke to hire Tula Davidson for the position of Substitute Cook in New Castle effective September 15, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Lori VanSlyke to hire Laura Armendariz for the position of Substitute Cook for the Rifle Schools effective September 14, Approval of a letter of recommendation from Craig Jay to hire Cindy Jewell for the position of Substitute Custodian District-wide effective September 19, Approval of a termination of a Paraprofessional at Highland Elementary effective September 15, MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PUBLIC AUDIENCE ADDITIONS TO THE CONSENT AGENDA