LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION August 22, 2016 The Board of Education of Lemont Township High School District 210, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met for its regular meeting in the Board Room on Monday, August 22, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. Call to Order President Shackel called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call The following members were present: Marzec, Tally, Driscoll, Koehler, Kardas, and Shackel Commencement of Closed Session It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Koehler, that the Board of Education move into Closed Session for the purpose of: Personnel appointment, employment compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine validity. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1)) The placement of individual students in special education programs or other matters relating to individual students. (5ILCS120/2(c)(10)) Aye: Tally, Koehler, Marzec, Driscoll, Kardas, and Shackel Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 6:02 p.m.
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 2 of 9 Conclusion of Closed Session It was moved by Member Driscoll, seconded by member Tally, that the Closed Session be concluded. Aye: Driscoll, Tally, Koehler, Kardas, Marzec, and Shackel Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education concluded its Closed Session at 6:37 p.m. President Shackel introduced the Lemont High School teachers to the Board and they introduced themselves. Pledge of Allegiance Awards and Recognitions John Young, Director of Activities & Athletics recognized 2015 South Suburban Conference Coaches of the Year. Chris Hill Girls Tennis, and Tim Plotke Girls Cross Country. Mr. Young highlighted their seasons. The meeting recessed at 7:03 p.m. and reconvened at 7:06 p.m. Public Comment Diane Mullins, Cook County Clerk s Office, spoke to the Board about the need for election judges and equipment managers. She said they are looking for student judges who could be juniors or seniors at Lemont High School. She explained the process and left paperwork with Eric Michaelsen. Presentation Tina Malak provided a report on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Building Administration Reports Eric Michaelsen, Principal, gave an overview of the new teacher induction program and the new Department Chair meeting. He also gave an overview of the first two institute days. Day one was Opening Day where the Extra Mile Award was given to Erin Horan and Amanda Huling and the Pride in Excellence Award was given to Patte Doornbos. Day two included presentations by Lemont High School teachers to their colleagues, which focused on technology in the classroom. He reported on Freshman Only Day and explained the events that took place. Mr. Michaelsen also reported there are 1,377 students attending LHS this year. Jeff Eagan, Chief School Business Official, submitted the financial reports as of July 31, 2016.
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 3 of 9 Building Administration Reports (cont.) Dr. Ticknor gave an update on the summer technology infrastructure projects. She thanked the Board their support. Tony Hamilton gave an overview of the registration process. He reported that 99.6% of students are registered. Dr. Ticknor reminded the Board the Keepataw Parade is Saturday, September 3. She also reminded the Board of the LHSEF Event taking place on September 10. Approval of Consent Agenda It was moved by Member Driscoll, seconded by Member Kardas, that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda consisting of: The Minutes of the of July 31, 2016, The Minutes of the Closed Session of July 31, 2016, The Bills through August 22, 2016 totaling $1,053,933.34, The Payroll in the amounts of: $0.00 (Benefits Only) for the period ending 07/01/2016, $102,988.62 for the period ending 07/08/2016, $101,009.50 for the period ending 07/22/2016. Action Consideration No. 16-10: Authorized the Board to approve the 2016-2017 Amendment to School Calendar, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Driscoll, Kardas, Koehler, Marzec, Tally, and Shackel Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Information Items #16-02 FY16 FOIA: Two Freedom of Information requests were received and completed by the District Office. The information was provided to the Board. #16-03 FY2017 Tentative Budget: Jeff Eagan, Chief School Business Official, presented the FY17 Tentative Budget. Board Committee Reports Dr. Ticknor reported the Finance Committee met on Thursday, August 18. Notices and Communications July, 2016 The Extra Mile: Hodges, Loizzi, Eisenhammer, Rodick, & Kohn August, 2016 The Extra Mile: Hodges, Loizzi, Eisenhammer, Rodick, & Kohn
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 4 of 9 Action Considerations (Personnel) Action Consideration No. 16-11: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Koehler, that the Board approve the Personnel Consent Agenda, contingent upon the successful completion of all required documents and background checks, as recommended by the Superintendent. Additional documentation regarding the appointments are appended. CERTIFIED: 1. HIRE: Mentor: Mentors for first and second year teachers, $998.20 for the 2016-2017 school year: Rob Hammerschmidt, Lead Mentor Ann Rodriguez-Baltrum, mentor for Marcy Paddock Jeff Perich, Drivers Education Behind the Wheel, before and/or after school as needed, for the 2016-2017school year, at $34.22/hour (with TRS) Kevin Hoge, Drivers Education Behind the Wheel, before and/or after school as needed, for the 2016-2017school year, at $34.22/hour (with TRS) Dennis Kennedy, Drivers Education Behind the Wheel, before and/or after school as needed, for the 2016-2017school year, at $34.22/hour (with TRS) Marcy Paddock, FACS Teacher, 0.75 FTE, MA, Step 7, with a stipend of $49,994.25 for 2016-2017 school year. Ryan McLaughlin, Special Education Teacher, 0.17 FTE, BA, Step 1, with a stipend of $8,484.70 for the 2016-2017 school year. Level 1 Substitute Teacher: Kevin Skrabacz, 1 st Semester only, $120 per day with a minimum of 90 days and maximum of 110 days, from 8:00 am 2:37 pm with a 30 minute duty-free lunch, effective 2016-2017 school year. Brian Lambie, $120 per day with a minimum of 90 days and maximum of 110 days, from 8:00 am 2:37 pm with a 30 minute duty-free lunch, effective 2016-2017 school year.
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 5 of 9 Action Considerations (Personnel) (cont.) Action Consideration No. 16-11: Cheryl Benoit, $120 per day with a minimum of 90 days and maximum of 110 days, from 8:00 am 2:37 pm with a 30 minute duty-free lunch, effective 2016-2017 school year. Marietta Harris, $120 per day with a minimum of 90 days and maximum of 110 days, from 8:00 am 2:37 pm with a 30 minute duty-free lunch, effective 2016-2017 school year. 2. CHANGE TO INITIAL SALARY SCHEDULE PLACEMENT Tracy Rainey, change to MA, Step 3 with a salary of $60,438. 3. LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Jenna Peterson Paid Family Medical Leave of Absence from August 11 through August 19, 2016 Unpaid Family Medical Leave of Absence from August 22 through November 30, 2016 Unpaid Leave of Absence from December 1 through December 22, 2016 NON-CERTIFIED: 1. HIRE: Christine Freitag, Paraeducator, 1.0 FTE, from 7:45 am 2:45 pm, $15.00 an hour, effective August 23, 2016. Frank Kovach, Paraeducator, 1.0 FTE, from 7:45 am 2:45 pm, $15.73 an hour, effective August 23, 2016. Ryan Dylla, Paraeducator, 0.5 FTE, G Days from 7:30 am 2:45 pm, $15.00 an hour, effective August 24, 2016 Rachel Schullo, LRC Assistant, $15.64 per hour, 7.5 hours per day, 202 work days per year, effective September 6, 2016. 2. RESIGNATION: Brandon Marren, Paraeducator, effective August 1, 2016. EXTRACURRICULAR: 1. HIRE: Matt Ploger, Marching Band Staff, $500 for Band Camp, $50 for each rehearsal session attended in the fall for the 2016-2017school year.
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 6 of 9 Action Considerations (Personnel) (cont.) Action Consideration No. 16-11: Thomas Ford, Marching Band Staff (Drumline), with a stipend of $2,500 for the 2016-2017school year. Arturo Martinez, Marching Band Staff, $500 for Band Camp, $50 for each rehearsal session attended in the fall for the 2016-2017school year. Paula Smith, Fall Play Assistant Director/Technical 1.0 FTE at Step 1 with a stipend of $2,495.50 for the 2016-2017 school year. Gail Pistello, Assistant Girls Volleyball Coach, 0.3056 FTE, Step 8, with a stipend of $1,652.28 for the 2016-2017 school year. Nick DeBenedetti, Assistant Football Coach, 0.6667 FTE, Step 1, with a stipend of $3,327.50 for the 2016-2017 school year. 2. RESIGNATION: Jeff Winefka resigning from paid Assistant Football Coach 0.67 FTE. Jeff will be volunteering as a football coach effective August 11, 2016. 3. CHANGE IN FTE: Jeanine Rizzo, Assistant Girls Volleyball Coach, from 0.8611 FTE to 1.0 FTE, Step 16 with a stipend of $6,114.57 for the 2016-2017 school year. Jessica Strama, Assistant Girls Volleyball Coach, from 0.8611 FTE to 0.7222 FTE, Step 12 with a stipend of $4,416.08 for the 2016-2017 school year. Aye: Tally, Koehler, Kardas, Marzec, Driscoll, and Shackel Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried. Board Requests/Comments None Adjournment It was moved by Member Kardas, seconded by Member Driscoll, that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting. Aye: Kardas, Driscoll, Marzec, Tally, Koehler, and Shackel
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 7 of 9 Adjournment (cont.) Whereupon the President declared the motion duly carried, and the August 22, 2016 meeting of the Board of Education adjourned at 8:56 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Attest: Michael G. Shackel, President Board of Education Michael J. Kardas Sr., Secretary Board of Education
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 8 of 9 LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION August 22, 2016 The Lemont Township High School District 210 Board of Education, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met in Closed Session, August 22, 2016. Commencement: Members Present: Absent: Administration Present: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member Koehler, to go into Closed Session at 6:02 p.m. Mike Shackel, President Pam Driscoll, Vice President Michael Kardas, Secretary Renee Koehler Beverly Marzec Mary Tally Gary Gray Dr. Mary Ticknor, Superintendent Eric Michaelsen, Principal Dr. Christi Flores, Director of Special Education John Young, Director of Activities & Athletics Others Present: Purpose: Personnel appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine validity. (5ILCS120/2(c)(1)) The placement of individual students in special education programs or other matters relating to individual students. (5ILCS120/2(c)(10)
Minutes of August 22, 2016 Page 9 of 9 Conclusion: It was moved by Member Driscoll, seconded by Member Tally, to conclude the Closed Session at 6:37 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Michael G. Shackel, President Board of Education Michael J. Kardas Sr., Secretary Board of Education