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March 14, 2012
March 14, 2012
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES
DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
The Board of School Trustees met in regular session on Wednesday, March
14, 2012, at North Decatur Jr/Sr High School, 3172 N. State Road 3, Greensburg,
Indiana 47240.
Board President Annette Geis called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m.
Brent Muckerheide was absent.
Upon a motion made by Tim Roscoe and a second by Todd Mauer minutes
of meetings held February 8, 2012, February 29, 2012 and March 6, 2012 were
unanimously approved as mailed.
Payment of claims and payroll were ordered on a motion made by Chris Owens, a
second by Todd Mauer and passed unanimously.
On a motion by Chris Owens and a second by Todd Mauer the following field
trips were unanimously approved.
Field Trips
North Decatur 8th Grade – Cincinnati, OH
Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati Museum Center Omnimax – April 20, 2012
North Decatur High School History Students – Chicago, IL
2012 Nobel Peace Laureattes Summitt – April 23-25, 2012
On a motion by Tim Roscoe and a second by Chris Owens the following
resignations and leaves were unanimously approved.
Retirements
Carolyn Jordan – North Decatur Elementary
End of 2011/2012 School Year
Dan Jordan – North Decatur Jr/Sr High School
End of 2011/2012 School Year
Joyce Crane – South Decatur Jr/Sr High School
End of 2011/2012 School Year
On a motion by Matthew Hoeing and a second by Todd Mauer the following
appointments were unanimously approved.
Certified Hiring
Garry Sauley – North Decatur Jr/Sr High School
Varsity Football Coach
Pam Thackery – North Decatur Jr/Sr High School
Homebound
Classified Hiring
Sandy Storm – South Decatur Elementary
Part Time Pre K Educational Assistant
Under old business, Dr. Roach gave an update on the renovation projects and
summer facility projects. He reported that bleacher work should be completed by the
middle of June at North Decatur and the middle of July at South Decatur. He stated that
the initial punch list is done at the elementary buildings and that work is ongoing on the
science labs at both schools. Dr. Roach stated that paving quotes are due soon and we are
getting ready to request quotes for sealing. We are also looking into fencing work and
possible guidance office renovations.
Under new business, Dr. Roach asked for any questions or comments regarding
policy updates. He will be asking for final approved of the policy changes at next
month’s meeting.
Mike Wilcox shared with the Board the results of the request for proposals for the
remaining bus routes. He requested permission to continue to seek a driver for route #2.
On a motion by Chris Owens and a second by Mark Young, the following routes were
unanimously approved as well as permission to continue to seek a driver for route #2.
Route #18 John Coombs/Brad McCarter $203.00
Route #40 Stan Snider $210.10
Dr. Roach reported that principals and counselors had met with representatives of
both Ivy Tech and Vincennes regarding dual credit opportunities. He stated that he was
not ready to make a recommendation at this time.
The Board recognized and congratulated South Decatur Jr/Sr High School Junior
Morgan Tomson, who was the winner of the Maverick Challenge.
Dr. Roach briefly updated the Board in regards to the RISE Evaluation model. He
stated that administrators and ten teachers are going to Connersville for ongoing training.
Technology Coordinator Cory Hill gave a update regarding projector installation,
replacement of elementary staff computers and wireless infrastructure. The Technology
Committee then presented a power point and their recommendations as to a time frame
and what they feel will be necessary to successfully implement the 1:1 initiative. Dr.
Roach and the Board commended the teachers that have served on this committee and
thanked them for their recommendations.
Disposal of obsolete equipment was unanimously approved on a motion by Mark
Young and a second by Chris Owens.
In his report, Dr. Roach announced that the ISBA Region 10 Spring Meeting
would be held on April 10th. Dr. Roach was pleased to announce that North Decatur Jr/Sr
High School’s Ag Department was named the Outstanding Ag Program for the State of
Indiana. Dr. Roach then asked all four building principals to share the
fundraising/collections that have been taking place to help the tornado victims in
Henryville and Holton.
In his report, Dr. Mike Wilcox congratulated the North Decatur’s Boys Basketball
team for their sectional championship. He asked the Board for continued feedback for
the Coach’s Manual. Dr. Wilcox then presented a power point explaining the Indiana
Growth Model. Dr. Wilcox stated that he will be presenting the Growth Model as part of
the teacher in-service at all four buildings.
The next regular Board Meeting will be on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at North
Decatur Elementary School beginning at 5:00 p.m.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned on a motion by
Todd Mauer and a second by Matthew Hoeing at 6:54 p.m.
