VICTORY CHARTER SCHOOL
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNING BOARD
VICTORY CHARTER SCHOOL
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNING BOARD
June 22, 2010
6:30 P.M.
I. REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Amaechi, McKenzie, Dixon, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders. Parent Involvement Policy was added to Item B of the New Business section of the meeting agenda.
Chairman Mauldin announced she would entertain a motion to recess into Executive Session in the manner and for the purpose authorized in Section 67-2345 (1) (b), Idaho Code, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member individual agent or public school student.
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion made by Board member Larson, and Chairman Mauldin declared the Governing Board into Executive Session with all members voting aye, at 6:35 p.m.
(Executive Session)
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion made by Board member Larson and Chairman Mauldin reconvened the Board into Open Session at 7:05 p.m.
Public Budget Hearing: The proposed amended 2009-2010 and proposed 2010-2011 maintenance and operating budgets were received by Board members prior to the meeting. Any questions by Board members were answered. Board member Larson seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to adopt the 2009-2010 amended maintenance and operation budget and the 2010-2011 maintenance and operating budget as presented. Motion carried 4-0.
C. Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Board Member Larson and seconded by Board Member Dixon to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of 4/27/10. Motion carried 4-0.
D. Persons Wishing to Speak on an Agenda Item: No one.
II. NEW BUSINESS
A. Contract Approval: Contract amounts remain the same as the 2009-2010 school year. Board member Larson seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to approve 2010-2011 teacher contracts. Motion carried 4-0.
B. Policies: Dress Code: A recommendation to modify the dress code wording to include “and temporary tattoos” was made. The dress code policy regarding tattoos will now read, “Tattoos and temporary tattoos must be concealed during school hours. Motion by Board member Dixon to add the above-described wording to our current Dress Code Policy was seconded by Board member Larson. Motion carried 4-0.
Cyber Bullying: Board member Larson seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to adopt the Policy wording modifications as presented in the attached document. Motion carries 4-0.
Parental Involvement Policy: Victory Charter is now Title I, school wide. The Parent Involvement Policy required modifications in order to reflect this change. Board members were provided with a copy of the policy showing recommended changes prior to the meeting. Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by Board member Larson to adopt the changes as shown on included Parent Involvement Policy document. Motion carried 4-0.
III. REPORTS & DISCUSSION
Principal’s Report: Bus route 81 is 21 miles longer than other bus routes. The route will need to be reduced by 3 bus stops in order to be in line with other routes. Victory’s Charter document will need to be modified in order to reduce the area of required busing. We are not sure how this will effect enrollment at this time. A 2010-2011 dual enrollment contract has been received from Nampa School District. Contract will be signed and returned and copies will also be sent to the Idaho Charter Commission and the Idaho Board of Education. The number of students that will be dual enrolled for sports is unknown. Fundraising or parents paying a portion of dual enrollment sports fees are options for fee funding. Dr. Saunders attended the Idaho Charter School Conference and submitted a students’ science project. The first graduating class from Victory Charter School had 100% graduation. School starts on August 9th.
Board member Larson motioned not to re-admit Student A for the 2010-2011 school year and was seconded by Board member Dixon. Motion carried 4-0.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
The Governing Board reviewed the enclosures under the Consent Agenda (Financial Report 4-30-10, 5-31-10 and Accounts Payable 4-30-10 and 5-31-10). Board member Dixon motioned to accept the Consent Agenda and was seconded by Board Member Amaechi. Motion carried 4-0.
V. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member Larson and seconded by Board Member Amaechi, the Board adjourned at 8:25 p.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
VICTORY CHARTER SCHOOL
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNING BOARD
April 27, 2010
6:15 P.M.
I. REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Amaechi, McKenzie, Dixon, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
Chairman Mauldin announced she would entertain a motion to recess into Executive Session in the manner and for the purpose authorized in Section 67-2345 (1) (b), Idaho Code, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member individual agent or public school student.
Board member Larson seconded the motion made by Board member Amaechi, and Chairman Mauldin declared the Governing Board into Executive Session with all members voting aye, at 6:17 p.m.
(Executive Session)
Board member Larson seconded the motion made by Board member McKenzie and Chairman Mauldin reconvened the Board into Open Session at 7:00 p.m.
C. Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Board Member Larson and seconded by Board Member McKenzie to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of 3/2/10. Motion carried 4-0.
D. Persons Wishing to Speak on an Agenda Item: No one.
II. NEW BUSINESS
A. Safety Busing: A few bus stops are located within one and a half miles of the school due to safety reasons. Board member Larson seconded the motion by Board member McKenzie to approve Safety Busing for the 2009-2010 school year. Motion carried 4-0.
B. Busing Policy-Student Safety-Parental Permission Restrictions-2nd Reading: This same policy has been adopted by Liberty. A website link will be added for parents to check bus stops. Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to adopt the Student Safety-Parental Permission Restriction Busing Policy. Motion carried 4-0.
III. REPORTS & DISCUSSION
Principal’s Report: The road Victory is located on is being renamed Kris Jensen Lane. The school buildings new address’ will be 9779 and 9777 Kris Jensen Lane. Our charter requires an annual survey and this year grades 3rd through 12th, staff members, and parents were surveyed on bullying. Results are not in yet as the survey is still open for parents. The lottery was held last week and went very well. Our first high school graduation will be held on June 3rd and we hope that Board members will be able to attend.
Motion by Board member Dixon and seconded by Board member Larson to allow Student A an exception to the attendance policy so Student A can attend boot camp. Motion carried 4-0.
Motion by Board member Dixon and seconded by Board member Amaechi to allow Student B to graduate early as long as all graduation standards are met. Motion carried 4-0.
Board member Dixon recused himself from this vote. Motion by Board member McKenzie and seconded by Board member Amaechi to not expel Student C. Motion carried 3-0.
Board member Dixon motioned to table the decision on Student D and E until the June Board meeting and was seconded by Board member Larson. Motion carried 4-0.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
The Governing Board reviewed the enclosures under the Consent Agenda (Financial Report 2-28-10, 3-31-10 and Accounts Payable 2-28-10, 3-31-10). Board member Larson motioned to accept the Consent Agenda and was seconded by Board Member Dixon. Motion carried 4-0.
V. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member McKenzie and seconded by Board Member Larson, the Board adjourned at 8:00 p.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
7:30 A.M./February 4, 2010
REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Amaechi, Dixon, McKenzie, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
Chairman Mauldin announced she would entertain a motion to recess into Executive Session in the manner and for the purpose authorized in Section 67-2345 (1) (b), Idaho Code, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member individual agent or public school student.
Board member Larson seconded the motion made by Board member Amaechi, and Chairman Mauldin declared the Governing Board into Executive Session with all members voting aye, at 7:35 a.m.
(Executive Session)
Board member Larson seconded the motion made by Board member Amaechi and Chairman Mauldin reconvened the Board into Open Session.
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to allow student 1-4 and student 1-5 to re-enroll in Victory Charter School. Motion carried 4-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member Larson and seconded by Board Member Dixon, the Board adjourned with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
January 12, 2010
5:15 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Darren McKenzie.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Members Amaechi, McKenzie, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
Vice-Chair. McKenzie announced he would entertain a motion to recess into Executive Session in the manner and for the purpose authorized in Section 67-2345 (1) (b), Idaho Code, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member individual agent or public school student.
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion made by Board member Larson, and Vice-Chair. McKenzie declared the Governing Board into Executive Session with all members voting aye, at 6:20 p.m.
(Executive Session)
Board member Larson seconded the motion made by Board member Amaechi and Vice-Chair. McKenzie reconvened the Board into Open Session at 5:55 p.m.
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by Board member Larson to allow student A to re-enroll in Victory Charter School. Motion carried 3-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice-Chair. McKenzie asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member Larson and seconded by Board Member Amaechi, the Board adjourned at 5:58 p.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
December 21, 2009
6:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Amaechi, Dixon, McKenzie, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
Chairman Mauldin announced she would entertain a motion to recess into Executive Session in the manner and for the purpose authorized in Section 67-2345 (1) (b), Idaho Code, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member individual agent or public school student.
Board member McKenzie seconded the motion made by Board member Amaechi, and Chairman Mauldin declared the Governing Board into Executive Session with all members voting aye, at 6:02 p.m.
(Executive Session)
Chairman Mauldin reconvened the Board into Open Session at 7:55 p.m.
Board member Larson seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to expel student 1221. Motion carried 4-0.
Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by Board member McKenzie to limit the expulsion of student 1221 to 6 months and after receiving professional counseling, student 1221 could come before the Board to ask for readmittance. The vote was 2 in favor and 3 against. The motion is defeated.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member McKenzie and seconded by Board Member Dixon, the Board adjourned at 8:06 p.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
December 4, 2009
7:30 A.M.
REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Amaechi, Dixon, McKenzie and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
C. Persons Wishing to Speak on an Agenda Item: No one.
NEW BUSINESS
D. Alternative Authorization for Teacher to New Certification/Endorsement: Four computer classes were added to the course offerings for high school students this year. Mr. Gedeborg has a minor in computer science from BSU. He investigated areas of computer interest and said he would be able to teach these classes. These classes have full enrollment and students are enthusiastic about these classes. Upon submission of IBEDS information, it was determined that Mr. Gedeborg was not listed as qualified to teach these courses. A letter was written to the Department of Education explaining the situation and in response, the Department of Education requested a resolution by the Victory Board. Board member McKenzie seconded the motion by Board member Dixon to approve an alternative authorization for Sam Gedeborg, to receive new certification or an endorsement in computer science, for the course needs of Victory Charter high school as this is an area of need in our district. Motion carried 4-0.
B. State Dept. of Ed. Letter Reporting Attendance Deficiencies: A rough draft letter to the Department of Education outlining the number of students absent each week per grade due to H1N1, was presented to the Board for their review. A recommendation was made to include wording clarifying the reason for the letter. Board member Amaechi seconded the motion by member Larson to submit the resolution letter, with additional clarifying wording, to the Department of Education in order to be able to include students ill with H1N1 in our attendance reporting for the dates specified. Motion carried 4-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member McKenzie and seconded by Board Member Amaechi, the Board adjourned at 7:50 a.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk
October 27, 2009
7:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING PRELIMINARIES
A. Meeting Called to Order: by Chairman Mauldin.
B. Roll Call: Governing Board Member Chairman Mauldin, Board Members Dixon, McKenzie, and Larson were present, as well as Principal Saunders.
C. Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Board Member McKenzie and seconded by Board Member Larson to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of 9/22/09. Motion carried 3-0.
D. Persons Wishing to Speak on an Agenda Item: No one.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
E. Construction Project Update: The October 14th windstorm blew down the walls of the gym construction project. The rebuilding process has been started and the completion date will be moved out 6 weeks. The lumber is being replaced. Insurance will cover the $35,000 reconstruction costs except for a $1,000 deductible. We will need to continue to rent gym space from Liberty.
Stan Olson attended the Board meeting to provide clarity on his role in the gym construction project. Mr. Olson makes sure compliance is met during construction, while Alta Construction oversees the contractors on the building project. Plans were drawn and modified and during the bid process, the engineers are often called concerning substitutions to ensure that all bids are comparable. Thank you Mr. Olson for the clarification.
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. Audit Approval: Board member McKenzie seconded the motion by Board member Larson to approve the 2008-2009 audit as presented by Tim Folke. Motion carried 3-0.
B. Illness/Absence Resolution: Absences due to illness increased just before break. Attendance is currently at 98%, however, if we see that it falls below 96% the Board can pass a resolution to include students sick with H1N1 in our attendance reporting.
IV. REPORTS & DISCUSSION
Principal’s Report: Our lawn maintenance contract expires November 1st. Our current lawn maintenance company has offered to donate 20 trees, which will be planted on Thursday. Tree location requirements will be examined. A letter will be sent to Planning & Zoning to notify them that we have filled that requirement. Trees will be planted by water sources. A bid of $12,000 has been received to finish the soccer field. The bid includes grading the area, installing a French drain, and seeding. This will be paid through the REAP grant. Playground equipment should arrive tomorrow. An employee will be hired to perform lawn maintenance and building maintenance duties. A lawn mover, weed eater, and blower will be purchased with REAP funds.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
The Governing Board reviewed the enclosures under the Consent Agenda (Financial Report 9-30-09 and Accounts Payable 9-30-09). Board member McKenzie motioned to accept the Consent Agenda and was seconded by Board Member Larson. Motion carried 3-0
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Mauldin asked for a motion for adjournment. After a full and complete discussion, upon motion made by Board Member McKenzie and seconded by Board Member Dixon, the Board adjourned at 8:25 p.m. with all members voting aye.
The above minutes represent a true and accurate summary of this meeting.
____________________________ __________________________
Chairman Clerk