Minutes - September 5, 2006

Regular Meeting September 5, 2006
5:00 PM Midtown Center Meeting Room

MINUTES
At 5:05 PM, Chair Vern Newby called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees Edie Brooks, Christie Wood, Sid Fredrickson and Diane Zipperer were present.

Approval of Minutes: Motion by Mrs. Zipperer, second by Mr. Fredrickson to approve the minutes of August 22, 2006, passed 5-0.

Approval of the Agenda: Motion by Mr. Fredrickson, second by Mrs. Zipperer to approve the agenda, passed 5-0

Identification of Citizens Wishing to Address the Board
Mary Larsen, 3350 E. Fernan Terrace Dr. CDA spoke in favor of the Trail Creek Program and the negative effect of the cancellation of the program for this year. She asked the Board to readdress this issue. Parents feel disenfranchised and that decisions were made without input. Funds have been raised in an effort to continue this program. Chair Newby suggested a meeting; Superintendent Harry Amend responded that two meetings have been held with representatives of the middle schools including parents and administrators.
Roger Snyder, 319 Park Drive CDA also spoke in support of Trail Creek. This has been such a tradition in our district and now spans multi-generations. Many parents who attended the program in the past feel strongly that it’s important for their children to attend. How can the district better communicate with the parents/patrons about these decisions? The PTA/PTO groups are very active and strong district supporters. Can the district work with parents to run the program this year? Mrs. Wood asked about the process of improving communication. Mr. Amend shared that PTO Alliance meets monthly and may bring items of concern. He also stated that cuts made by the district have been difficult. The intent was to keep cuts as far away from classrooms as possible. Assistant Superintendent Hazel Bauman talked about a modification of the current program which would capture most of the essence of the current program. She feels we can accomplish this by next fall. Chair Newby would like to meet with Mary Larsen individually and pursue whether this is feasible.
Randy Tetzner, 1318 E. Locust Ave. CDA shared a concern that Idaho School Nurse of the Year Cindy Perry should have her picture displayed at the district office. Handouts were provided in order to clarify parents’ rights when choosing an independent evaluator rather than choosing from a school’s approved list. He also provided handouts that discuss service animals and stated that service animals differ from current signage which identifies Seeing Eye dogs allowed when it comes to animals on school grounds. Additional items of concern brought forth were: fingerprint background checks on third party hires and the process of communicating information to parents. Special Services Director Tom Trotter stated that a revision to current policy is in place. After several failed attempts to end public comment, Chair Newby recessed the meeting at 5:43 PM.

The meeting returned to open session 5:50 PM.

Coeur d’Alene Education Association Report – Barbara Crow, President was excited about the great start to the school year.

High School Student Body Reports - Deanne Clifford, LCHS teacher commended Board members on their patience regarding patrons’ comments. She introduced ASB President Jake Wayman and Vice-President James Souza who attended to present their report. Jake reported about summer meetings to plan homecoming. Students are excited about the new IB program and approximately 18% of students are enrolled in at least one IB class. Several students also signed up as diploma candidates.

Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
A. Personnel
Individual Action Position Facility Effective Date
Lynn Cop-Fullbrook Hire 1.0 Special Education Teacher Skyway Elementary SY 06-07
Susan Rusche Hire 1.0 Preschool Teacher Fernan Elementary SY 06-07
Rebecca Murphy Hire 1.0 Elementary Counselor Borah Elementary SY 06-07
Paige Spurlock-Leifer Hire .5 Elementary Counselor Borah Elementary SY 06-07

Extra Curricular
Individual Action Position Facility Effective Date
Lisa Green Resignation Volleyball Coach Coeur d’Alene High 08-16-06
Lori Jacobson Hire Assistant Volleyball Coach Coeur d' Alene High SY 06-07

Classified
Individual Action Position Facility Effective Date
Sheree Kimbrell Resignation Food Service Assistant Canfield Middle School 08-21-06
Charlene Rayner Resignation Food Service Assistant Coeur d’Alene High 08-25-06
Maureen Frechette Resignation Food Service Assistant Sorensen Elementary 08-25-06
Darci Furey Resignation Para-professional Fernan Elementary School 08-25-06
Katie Snyder Resignation Para-professional Atlas Elementary School 08-25-06
Patricia Larson Hire Food Service Assistant Coeur d’Alene High SY 06-07
Regina High Hire Certified Nurses Assistant District SY 06-07
Theresa Fuller Hire Food Service Assistant Lake City High SY 06-07
Duana Hollandsworth Hire Food Service Assistant Lake City High SY 06-07
Rebecca Hoggatt Hire Food Service Assistant Coeur d’Alene High SY 06-07
Lanetta Manriquez Hire Food Service Assistant Dalton Elementary School SY 06-07

B. Approve Accounts Payable Check List Dated August 29, 2006
C. Approve Copier Lease from Associated Business Systems for Coeur d’Alene High School

It was noted by Ms. Bauman that Lynn Cop-Fullbrook was hired as 1.0 Special Education Teacher (not Language Arts) at Skyway Elementary. Motion by Mr. Fredrickson, second by Mrs. Zipperer to approve the consent agenda as amended, passed 5-0.

Consideration of Action/Information Items:

Board Recognition: Chair Newby thanked the individuals who working on the negotiating teams (Coeur d’Alene Education Association and the District.) Superintendent Amend echoed those comments and especially thanked Hazel Bauman in this new role and Barbara Crow, CEA President.

AP Exam Results: Jim Facciano, Director of Curriculum began by sharing information about IB classes and the first day of school. He shared specific information from both high schools. Course offerings were detailed in a handout. Three hundred Lake City HS juniors signed up for a total of 412 certificates. Three hundred twelve Coeur d’Alene HS students signed up for a total of 550 certificates. Class sizes range from 10 to 25-30 at CHS and 5-40 at LCHS.

Information specifically about the Class of 2006 and their AP test scores was provided to the Board. Mr. Facciano clarified that the IB curriculum is not delineated by International Baccalaureate Organization, instead they dictate a basic structure to build curriculum around. It is flexible based on individual schools curriculum. IB adequately prepares students to sit for an AP exam. Mrs. Wood thanked reporters from the CDA Press and the Spokesman Review for their coverage of the program. Chair Newby asked for clarification of students who returned to CDA from a different school system due to offering the IB Program. Mrs. Brooks thanked Jim for sharing this information and urged him to continue sharing with staff and community.

First Day of School Report: Superintendent Amend said that the district experienced a wonderful opening today. It’s too early in the process to be definitive about enrollment however, we may be slightly higher than our projection. Many students showed up to register today and so information is not yet completely accurate. Elementary administrators have met to balance numbers and transfers, thanks to Pam Pratt in her new role. Chief Financial Officer Steve Briggs reported about the potential for an emergency levy based on attendance. Administration will assess and analyze the figures and requested a meeting on Friday with the Board to further analyze. Ms. Bauman talked to challenges with reductions and the issue of utilizing building space by shuttling students. Sixteen buses are shuttling approximately 100 students. Chair Newby visited several classrooms today and spoke firsthand with families affected by the forced transfers. He also visited at maintenance, transportation.

Call for Committee Reports - None

Superintendent’s Report – Mr. Amend thanked those who attended the Ball Wall dedication held at Fernan. Mr. William Bailey from North Carolina who first brought the idea to us was in attendance. The majority of costs were donated by members of the community.

Board Comments and Information: Mrs. Wood thanked administrators for their commitment to work with North Idaho College within the strategic plan/vision statement. She shared this information with the NIC Board as well.

Motion by Mr. Fredrickson, second by Mrs. Wood for Executive Session: Idaho Code 67-2345, Subsection (c) to conduct deliberations concerning labor negotiations or to acquire an interest in real property which is not owned by a public agency; Roll call vote: Newby, Brooks, Wood, Fredrickson, Zipperer each yes.

At 7:20 PM, the meeting returned to open session.

Information about the Master Agreement language will be ready for the special meeting on Friday, September 8, 2006 at 9:00 AM at the District Office. Also on the agenda will be discussion and possible action regarding an emergency levy.

Motion by Mr. Fredrickson, second by Mrs. Zipperer to approve the 2006-07 negotiated agreement with the Coeur d’Alene Education Association including a 2.25% base salary increase from $25,224 to $25,792, with contingent increases of an additional .75% to a maximum of $25,981 dependant upon 1st period ADA growth, passed 5-0.

Motion by Mr. Fredrickson, second by Mrs. Zipperer to approve the 2006-07 2.25% classified base salary increase, with contingent increases of an additional .75% to be dependant upon 1st period ADA growth, passed 5-0.

Motion by Mrs. Brooks, second by Mrs. Wood to approve the 2006-07 2.25% administrative base salary increase, with contingent increases of an additional .75% to be dependant upon 1st period ADA growth, passed 5-0.

Motion by Mrs. Brooks, second by Mrs. Wood to approve the 2006-07 a 2.60% administrative salary increase for those employees not paid on a salary schedule, with contingent increases of up to an additional .75% to be dependant upon 1st period ADA growth, passed 5-0.

At 7:50 PM, the meeting was adjourned.

Vernon L. Newby, Chair
Board of Trustees

Lynn M. Towne, Clerk
Board of Trustees

Summary Statement of Executive Session
At 6:35 PM, in accordance with Idaho Code 67-2345, Subsection (c) the Board held an Executive Session to conduct deliberations concerning labor negotiations or to acquire an interest in real property which is not owned by a public.

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