Minutes 2023-24 School Year

Minutes 2023-24 School Year Jen@iowaschool… Mon, 06/26/2023 - 10:42

Minutes - 2023-12-21

Minutes

December 21, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Carroll High School Media Center

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

PRESENTATION – Kourtney Abbotts, CHS Principal, and Ruby Morales, TAP Coordinator, gave a presentation over the Transition Alliance Program at CHS that is a joint program between Carroll CSD and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS – The Board reviewed the administrative reports.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – Nov. 20, 2023 Regular Meeting, Nov. 20, 2023 Organization Meeting, Dec 6, 2023

Bills – General ($280,344.92), Management ($61,669.75), PPEL ($2,844.55), Scholarship ($400.00), Nutrition ($56,645.81), Debt Service ($800.00), SAVE ($21,113.06), Activity ($67,380.39)

1^st Reading of Policies – 230, 407R2, 550, 560, 561, 566, 567

Policies to Delete – 567E1, 567E2, 567E3

2^nd Reading of Policies – 101, 551, 551R1, 553, 554, 555, 556, 556R1, 558, 558R1, 558E1, 558E2, 558E3, 558E4, 558E5, 558E6, 558E7, 558E8

Horsley moved to approve the consent agenda and waive the 2^nd reading on policies 230 and 407R2, McCaulley seconded and the motion passed on unanimous roll call vote.

DONATIONS – Phil Ruch would like to donate $1,500 to Tiger Vision; Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the donation with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Jeff Cullen wishes to resign from his Transportation Director position effective June 30, 2024. Jeff has worked for CCSD for six years.
Kim Fields wishes to resign from her kitchen worker position at CMS effective December 13th. Kim has worked for CCSD for one year.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Scott Aden would like to recommend Hannah Casebeer for a Special Ed and S & P Teacher Associate position at CMS. If approved Hannah would work 6 hours per day as a Spec Ed TA and 1.5 hours per day as a S & P TA and be paid $14.21 per hour for the Sped time (the base of $13.91 plus $.30 for college) and $15.28 for the S & P (the base of $14.98 for S & P plus $.30 for college). Approval is recommended retro to December 16.
Randy Bissen would like to recommend that Joe Daniels get a $500 stipend to assist with the HS girls wrestling program like last year. He assists on all weekend tournaments and attends practice on Wednesdays when he is not coaching our JH wrestling team.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Mariah Hardy for the high school special education teaching position. Mariah finished her student teaching at Fairview in November. She is a graduate of University of South Dakota with a BS in secondary education speech and special education - Strat 1. Base Salary = $38,000; TSS = 6,545 Total = $44,545. This salary will be prorated due to Mariah working less than a full year. Also a signing bonus of $2,000, with $1,000 being received in April 2024, and another $1,000 received in September 2024. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a valid Iowa teaching license.
Melanie Girard would like to recommend Deb Mohr for the open 4 hour/day food service position at CMS effective December 14, 2023. Deb currently works 7hr/day as a TA at CMS and would now like to split her time between TA (3.75 hours/day) and food service worker. The food service position she would be filling is open due to another staff member giving their resignation. If approved she would be paid $15/hour for the food service position.
Jeff Cullen would like to recommend Dawn Prefontaine for the noon bus driving position that was vacated by Sharon Beyer. If approved 2 hours would be added to Dawn's current contract at her current rate of pay ($20.87/hour). Approval is recommended retroactive to Nov. 27th.
Scott Aden would like to recommend Erica Pegg for a Special Ed Teacher Associate position. If approved Erica would work 7 hours per day and be paid $13.91 per hour. Approval is recommended retro to December 6th.
Amy Collison would like to recommend Emerald Siepker for a Special Ed Teacher Associate position at Adams Elementary. If approved Emerald would work 6.75 hours/day and would be paid $14.21/hour (the base of $13.91 per hour plus $.30 cents for having an AA degree). Approval is recommended retroactive to Dec. 1st.
Randy Bissen is recommending Hannah Pettit for the JH girls track position. She has no coaching experience but ran track in MS and HS and will work well with the JH athletes with her being a guidance counselor in that building. If approved she would be paid $1,760.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Julie Wood for a High School Family Consumer Science teaching position for the 2024-2025 school year. Julie has a BAE in Vocational Homemaking from Wayne State and a Master's in Health Education from UNI. She also has an ESL endorsement. Julie has most recently been teaching at Denison CSD as FCS Teacher and FCCLA Advisor. If approved Julie would be paid $83,500 (plus 2,000 sign on paid over 2 years) for the 24-25 year (this amount won't change after CEA negotiations in spring). Julie has a Masters +30.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Chris Wood for a High School Industrial Tech teaching position for the 2024-2025 school year. Chris is a graduate of Wayne State College with a Masters in Vocational ED/Industrial Tech ED. He obtained his PK-12 Principal/Special Ed Supervisor authorization from Morningside College. Chris has most recently been teaching K-8 art and middle level Industrial Technology at Charter Oak-Ute CSD. If approved Chris would be paid $83,500 (plus 2,000 sign on paid over 2 years) for the 24-25 year (this amount won't change after CEA negotiations in spring). Chris has a Masters +30.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Scot Aden is recommending increasing Jackie Hernandez's hours at CMS from 5.5 to 6 hours/day.

Moved by Friel/Johnston approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ACTION ITEMS

Early Graduates – Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Kaden VandenBurg, Jaime Castillo, Caiden Vonnahme, Teagan Schwery, Jenna Walker and Jaityn Tigges to be approved for graduation at semester pending the completion of the graduation requirements. Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the early graduates with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Job Description: Transportation Director – moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the job description with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider Purchase of School Bus – Jeff Cullen and Dr. Berlau recommended to the board, the purchase of a 2025 IC 77 Passenger Diesel bus from Hoglund bus to replace the bus totaled in the October 2023 accident. CCSD received $81,500 from insurance for the damaged bus and the cost of the stock replacement is $143,000. Because it is a stock bus, it will be available in April (otherwise, bus orders are generally 10+ months out). Due to IC buses being able to be serviced locally (vs at least Des Moines, which means much higher towing/travel costs for maintenance), CCSD did not seek bids from other vendors. It was moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the purchase with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Purchase of Bus Tires - moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the replacement of 4 rear bus tires and 2 van tires with Performance Tire with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Performance Tire was previously awarded the tire bid for the district for the year.
Donovan Group Agreement Renewal - moved by McCaulley/Friel to approve the agreement for $2,500/month (no change from previous year) with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Quote for Go Guardian addition - moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the quote for $5,152 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Quote from Farris Engineering for water heater and new hot water lines at FV - moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the quote professional services on the project for $14,000 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Quote from Voss Lighting for LED lighting in CHS Gym - moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the quote for lighting of $14,270 with expected rebates of $9,989 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Risers Inc. Quote to upgrade motors on CHS gym bleachers - moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the quote for $20,000 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of agreement with DLR Architectural Services Firm – the board reviewed the Agreement between Carroll CSD and DLR Group. McCaulley moved to approve the agreement but after discussion on the fees in the agreement of 7% on New Construction and 8% on Renovation/Remodel, there was no 2^nd or action taken with direction to Dr. Berlau to discuss those fees with DLR Group for possible reduction in the rates.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

ISL Resolution – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the full resolution to continue participation in the Instructional Support Program for 10 years following successful passing of Proposition DA on the November 7, 2023 election. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote.
At Risk Plan – moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the At Risk Plan with minor wording changes on the offering of summer school. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
At-Risk/Dropout Prevention MSA Request 24-25 – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the request for Modified Supplemental Amount for Dropout Prevention funding of $350,709 with $116,903 local match. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Tuition Reimbursement Agreement - no action taken as the agreement had not yet been turned in
Request to Dispose of Vending Machine – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the disposition of a vending machine that no longer works and is not needed in the space. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Business/Finance Report

At 8:13 PM, it was moved to adjourn by Horsley/Johnston, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 01/16/2024 - 10:18

Minutes - 2023.10.16

Minutes

October 16, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Cindy Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:30pm. Board members present: Karen Friedlein, Duane Horsley, Cindy Johnson, Kristen Lundstrom, and Onica Ulveling

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies, administrator reports, agreements and fundraisers was motioned for approval by Horsley/Ulveling with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

Minutes – September 21, 2023 and October 2, 2023

Bills – General ($482,060.69), Management ($28,063.00), PPEL ($1,362.35), Nutrition ($81,730.85), SAVE ($38,365.87), Activity ($36,107.20)

1^st Reading of Policies – 520, 521, 536, 536R1, 536.1, 537, 537R1, 539, 539.1, 539R1, 539E1, 539E2, 539E3, 542, 543

2^nd Reading of Policies – 108

Recommended Policies to Delete – 540, 540R1, 540E1, 540E2

Administrator Reports – CHS, CMS, AES, FV

Agreements – Swim Team Agreement with City of Carroll, Farm Lease Agreement with City of Carroll, Merchant’s Park Lease Agreement with City of Carroll

CHS Student Handbook modifications

CHS Physical Education Waiver

With the following changes: add levels from model policy for all grades to Policy 520, revise the wording in 536.1 to match the numbering, and withhold the swim agreement for future approval, moved by Horsley/Lundstrom to approve the consent agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

DONATIONS – Crossroads Nutrition – Herbalife 24 line/hydration drinks to the football team; Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the donation with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Xavier Hernandez wishes to resign from his Science/PLTW teaching position. This is Xavier's second year at CCSD.
Amy Holst wishes to resign from her Yearbook position.
Kaitlyn Kaufman wishes to resign from her Student Senate sponsor position at the end of the 23-24 school year.
Betty Tigges wishes to resign from her Special Education teacher associate position at CMS. Betty has worked for CCSD for two years.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Samantha Block for the Yearbook position. If approved Samantha would receive $1,747.
Scot Aden would like to recommend Margaret Gruba for a special education teacher associate position at CMS for 6 hours per week. Margaret will continue her bus driving. If approved Margaret will be paid $14.41/hour (the base pay for SE: $13.91 plus .30 cents for education plus .20 cents for 5 years of experience).
Sue Ruch would like to recommend Christina Laubscher for a special education teacher associate position at Fairview. If approved she would be paid $14.21 (the base level of $13.91/hour plus $.30 for AA degree).
Sue Ruch would like to recommend Ashley Moore for a general education teacher associate and AM crossing guard position at Fairview. If approved she would be paid $13.75. Compensation for AM crossing guard is $125/year. Ashley will start November 1, 2023.
Sue Ruch is recommending Erin Roberts for a Teacher Associate position at Fairview in TigerZone. If approved Erin would be paid $13.65 per hour. Approval is recommended retroactive to September 27th.
Jeff Cullen is recommending Dawn Profantine for a contracted bus driving position. If approved Dawn would be paid $20.87 per hour and would work approximately 3 hours per day.
Randy Bissen is recommending Josh Sporrer for the assistant varsity girls' basketball position. Josh has one year of paid basketball experience as he coached 8th grade girls basketball for us two years ago. Josh is also a volunteer for our softball team. If approved he would be paid $3,231.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Sue Ruch is recommending changing Micah Henderson's Letter of Assignment to full time S & P teacher associate. This will result in an hourly rate increase of $1.07/hour. Sue recommends this become effective Thursday, September 14^Th.
Sue Ruch is recommending changing Caleb Henderson's Letter of Assignment to full time S & P teacher associate. This will result in an hourly rate increase of $1.07/hour. Sue recommends this become effective Monday, September 25.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Maisie Ogren's letter of assignment be modified from S & P TA to Special Ed TA. This will result in an hourly rate decrease of $1.07/hour.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Caitlyn Drees' Letter of Assignment be modified from Special Ed TA to S & P TA. This will result in an hourly rate increase of $1.07/hour.
Amy Collison is recommending Amy Hinners' Letter of Assignment be modified from Special Ed TA to S & P TA effective 10-1-23. This will result in an hourly rate increase of $1.07/hour.

Moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Retirement Incentive
Update on ISL and Revenue Purpose Statement

ACTION ITEMS

Sharing Agreement with Ar-We-Va for Speech co-curricular program – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the sharing agreement with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of revisions to District’s Return to Learn Plan – Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the plan with one update to the COVID + section to include 24 hours fever free. The motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Budget Updates
Certified Enrollment
Request for Modified Allowable Growth for Limited English Proficient Excess Costs – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the request for modified allowable growth for excess LEP costs of $17,453.66 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Donation of 2 lunch tables to Carroll Children’s Museum – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the donation to Carroll Children’s Museum with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CLOSED SESSION – At 6:39 pm, it was moved by Ulveling/Horsley to go into closed session under Iowa Code 21.5.1.i “To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session.” Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 7:40 pm, the meeting returned to open session and it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Mon, 12/11/2023 - 14:19

Minutes - 2023.10.2

Minutes

October 2, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Cindy Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:30pm. Board members present: Duane Horsley, Cindy Johnson, Kristen Lundstrom, and Onica Ulveling. Board members absent – Karen Friedlein

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Ulveling/Horsley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

WORK SESSION – DLR Group and the board held a work session on the facility plan in regards to a transportation facility.

At 6:32pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Wed, 10/18/2023 - 13:22

Minutes - 2023.11.20

Minutes

November 20, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

PUBLIC FORUM – CJ Niles addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Cindy Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:33pm. Board members present: Cindy Johnson, Kristen Lundstrom, Onica Ulveling and Duane Horsley; absent – Karen Friedlein

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Ulveling/Horsley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

Minutes – October 16, 2023

Bills – General ($267,507.49), Management ($4,207.00), PPEL ($148,374.34), Nutrition ($68,818.57), SAVE ($28,075.51), Activity ($36,314.23), UMB Debt Service Fund Payments ($283,997.40 and $37,875.00)

2^nd Reading of Policies – 520, 521, 536, 536R1, 536.1, 537, 537R1, 537E1, 539, 539.1, 539R1, 539E1, 539E2, 539E3, 542, 543, 547, 548

Policies to Delete – 577

Moved by Ulveling/Horsley to approve the consent agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

DONATIONS – The CHS Alumni Association would like to donate $100 to the band department. Moved by Ulveling/Horsley to accept the donation. Motion carried on unanimous roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS

Zoe Meyers wishes to resign from her Teacher Associate position in TigerZone effective November 6th.
Sharon Beyer wishes to resign from the noon bus driving route. She will continue to drive morning and afternoon.
Sammy Geist wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at Fairview. Sammy has worked for CCSD for one and a half years.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Randy Bissen is recommending Wayne Lu for the 7th grade boys' basketball position pending his coaching authorization license gets renewed. He has 0 years of paid experience. If approved he would receive $1,845.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Kaylie Bricker for the Science/PLTW teacher position at CHS. Kaylie has her substitute authorization and is enrolled at Morningside University and will graduate in December 2023 with a BA in Education with. Base Salary = $38,000; TSS = 6,545 Total = $44,545. This salary will be prorated due to Kaylie working less than a full year. Also a signing bonus of $2,000, with $1,000 being received in March 2024, and another $1,000 received in September 2024. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a valid Iowa teaching license. If approved Kaylie would begin teaching on December 1st.
Sue Ruch would like to recommend Kaitlyn Shaw for the Special Education teacher, Strategist I position at Fairview. Kaitlyn has a BA from California Baptist University and is attending William Penn University and will graduate in December 2023 with a BA in Education with Strat I endorsement. Base Salary = $38,000; TSS = 6,545 Total = $44,545. This salary will be prorated due to Kaitlyn working less than a full year. Also a signing bonus of $2,000, with $1,000 being received in March 2024, and another $1,000 received in September 2024. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a valid Iowa teaching license. If approved her start date would be January 10th.
Jeff Dvorak would like to recommend Joe Salvatore to fill the Assistant Custodian position at Carroll Middle School that was vacated when Terry Wright transferred to the High School Assistant Custodian position. If approved Joe would be paid $14.00/hour and will work 40 hours/week, M-F, with the opportunity to work OT, at a rate of time and a half per hour. He would also receive a $2,000 signing bonus. Joe has been subbing and working as a substitute outside custodian for several months.
Randy Bissen would like to recommend Bill Polking for the Head Large Group Speech Sponsor position. He resigned from this position last year but has agreed to take over the position again to mentor Maggie Hannasch in hopes of her transitioning into the head sponsor next year. If approved Bill would be paid $4,271.
Randy Bissen would like to recommend Maggie Hannasch for the assistant large group and individual positions. She has 8 years of paid experience being the speech sponsor at East Sac County for the previous 8 years. She will work well with Bill Polking. If approved Maggie would be paid $1,560 for Assistant Large Group and $1,404 for Assistant Individual Speech.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Dawn Prefontaine was approved for a bus driving position in October 2023. The personnel handout should have listed a $2,000 signing bonus plus $500 for completion of successful completion of 17 hours of required bus driver training.
Patrick Henderson was approved for a bus driving position in August 2023. The personnel handout should have listed a $2,000 signing bonus.

Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ACTION ITEMS

Retirement Incentive – the board discussed whether to offer a retirement incentive for the end of FY24 but did not take action.

Board Member Karen Friedlein joined the meeting at 5:55p.m.

REVIEW ELECTION RESULTS – Board Secretary Nicole McCarville reviewed the election results that had been canvassed by the Carroll County Board of Supervisors, noting that the Instructional Support Levy public measure passed, the Revenue Purpose Statement public measure passed, and the 3 elected board members were Jim Friel, Jill Johnston, and Stacy McCaulley.

Superintendent Berlau and administrators present thanked outgoing board member Karen Friedlein, Cindy Johnson and Onica Ulveling for their dedicated service to Carroll CSD as board members.

At 5:59pm, it was moved to adjourn by Friedlein/Ulveling, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Thu, 12/28/2023 - 08:24

Minutes - 2023.11.20 Organizational Meeting

Minutes

November 20, 2023 Organizational Meeting

Carroll CSD

Adams Elementary

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board Secretary-President Pro Tem Nicole McCarville called the organizational meeting to order at 6:02pm. Board members present: Duane Horsley and Kristen Lundstrom and board members-elect present: Jim Friel, Jill Johnston, and Stacy McCaulley

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Lundstrom to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ORGANIZATIONL MEETING

Oath – Nicole McCarville gave the oath of office to newly elected board members Jim Friel, Jill Johnston and Stacy McCaulley.

President – Jill Johnston recommended Kristen Lundstrom for President and Jim Friel seconded that recommendation. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Nicole McCarville gave the oath of office for President to Kristen Lundstrom and Kristen took over the meeting as President at that point.
Vice-President – Stacy McCaulley recommended Jill Johnston serve as Vice President and Jim Friel seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously via roll call vote and Nicole McCarville gave the Vice President oath of office to Jill Johnston.

Establish Regular Meeting Schedule – it was moved by Johnston/Friel to hold meetings the 3^rd Monday of the month at 6:30PM at Adams Elementary with Consent Agenda structure and the motion carried unanimously via roll call vote.
Committees/Appointments for 2023-24 – It was moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the committee appointments as follows:

Transportation – Duane Horsley

School Improvement – Jill Johnston and Stacy McCaulley

IASB Legislative Network Liaison – Duane Horsley

CEA/CESA Negotiations – Kristen Lundstrom, Jill Johnston

Calendar Face Finding Committee – Kristen Lundstrom

Policy Committee – Stacy McCaulley and Jim Friel

Finance Committee – Jim Friel and Duane Horsley

The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.

ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS

BOARD POLICY REVIEW

First Reading of Board Policies – 101, 551, 551R1, 553, 554, 555, 556, 556R1, 558, 558R1, 558E1, 558E2, 558E3, 558E4, 558E5, 558E6, 558E7, 558E8

ACTION ITEMS

Early Graduates – Mrs. Kourtney Abbotts, CHS Principal, is recommending that Ethan Espenhover, Jonathan Friel, Natalie Greisman, Nicole Julich, Zoey Kelly, Chloe Nelson, Kadyn Smith, Julia Stephen, and Kole Vangilder be approved for graduation at semester pending the completion of graduation requirements for CCSD. Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the early graduates pending completion of requirements and the motion carried unanimously via roll call vote.
Sharing Agreement for Bowling – It was moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the sharing agreement for bowling with Greene County High School as the host school and the motion passed unanimously via roll call vote.
Agreement with City of Carroll for swimming – It was moved by Friel/Horsley to approved the agreement with the City of Carroll for CCSD’s swimming teams and the motion carried unanimously via roll call vote.
Quote for transportation software – It was moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the quote from Premier Wireless for transportation technology software with a quoted cost of $74,979.58, which was the lowest quote received and also the vendor preferred after vetting a few options. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
DMACC course additions – Mrs. Abbotts asked the board to consider adding DMACC courses Biology 0168, EMT Course, and Introduction to Criminal Justice to the 2^nd semester course offerings based on the schedule and demand for the courses. It was moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the course additions and the motion passed 4-0 with Lundstrom abstaining.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

SBRC Modified Supplemental Aid Request – Nicole McCarville recommended the board approve the request to the SBRC for Modified Supplemental Aid of: $155,416 for open enrolled out students not counted in the previous year and $6,795 for English Language Learner instruction beyond 5 years. It was moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the request and the motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Resolution to transfer interfund payable balances – it was moved by Friel/Horsley to transfer funds from the Nutrition Fund ($73,774.34) and TigerZone Fund ($43,664.29) to pay the balances due to the general fund for allowable costs allocated for FY23. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Quote for new sander – It was moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the quote from Hawkeye Truck Equipment for $8,812 and the motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

At 7:32PM, it was moved to adjourn by Friel/Horsley, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Thu, 12/28/2023 - 08:27

Minutes - 2023.12.4

Minutes

December 4, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30PM Adams Elementary

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA - Moved by Horsley/Johnston to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

WORK SESSION - DLR Group, Piper Sandler and the board held a work session on the facility plan in regards to a transportation facility as well as a discussion on high level financing options when it comes to facilities.

At 7:37pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Thu, 12/28/2023 - 08:28

Minutes - 2023.7.17

Minutes

July 17, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies, administrator reports, agreements and job descriptions was motioned for approval, with exception of policies 104, 613, 628, 628R1, 629, and 630R1 to go to policy committee, by Horsley/Friedlein with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

Minutes – June 22, 2023

Bills – General ($455,140.77), Management ($791,334.64), PPEL ($92,753.70), Nutrition ($27,581.80), SAVE ($73,070.23), Activity ($4,676.38)

1^st Reading of Policies – 104, 104R1, 406, 430, 462, 463, 508, 522, 522E1, 522E2, 553, 601, 613, 628, 628R1, 629, 630, 630R1, 630E4, 631, 633R1, 644, 644R1

2^nd Reading of Policies – None

Administrator Reports – None

Agreements – Student Teaching Agreement with William Penn University

Job Descriptions – None

PERSONNEL REPORT

Resignations –

Gary Magill from his CHS Teacher Associate position.
Sara Anderson from her Food Service Director position.

Recommendations –

Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Maisie Ogren for a regular education teacher associate position at CHS. If approved she would work 7 hours per day and would be paid $13.95 (Base of $13.65 plus .30 cents for experience). Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending the following teachers for TLC Curriculum Lead positions: English - Becky Boes, Math - Amy Brown; STEM - Nicole Cote; CTE -Brady Eischeid; Fine Arts - Kaitlynn Kaufman; Social Studies - Bob Pauk; Concurrent Enrollment - Bill Polking and Apprenticeships/Work-Based Learning - Kelli Schulz.
Jeff Cullen would like to recommend Todd Tidgren for the position of Activity Bus Driver. If approved Todd would drive for activities at a rate of $16.43/Hr. Approval is recommended contingent upon Todd receiving the required licenses.
Sara Anderson would like to recommend Cathy Smith for the four-hour food service position at Adams. If approved she would receive $15/hour.

Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ACTION ITEMS

Superintendent Goals for 2023-24 – moved by Ulveling/Horsley to approve the superintendent goals as presented for the 23-24 year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Student, Parent, Program and Staff Handbooks – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the Fairview Student/Parent Handbook, Adams Student Handbook and TigerZone Program Handbook as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Administrative Assignments for 2023-24 – moved by Friedlein/Horsley to approve the assignments as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
IASB Legislative Priorities – moved by Ulveling/Lundstrom to approve the IASB Legislative Priorities of Student Achievement, Mental Health, Teacher Recruitment and Licensure, Teacher Professional Development and Retention, and Supplemental State Aid with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
CEA Handbook Revisions – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the revisions in Section 5 and Section 16 of the CEA Handbook with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Memorandum of Understanding with the CEA for TSS – moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the MOU with the CEA for distribution of TSS for the 23-24 year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Appointment of Board Secretary/Treasurer – Nicole McCarville was appointed as Board Secretary/Treasurer and Board President Cindy Johnson gave the oath of office.
Resolution for Issue of Warrants – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the resolution for issuance of warrants as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Bank Depositories Resolution for 23-24 – moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the bank depository resolution for 23-24 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Food Services Bids – moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the bread bid from Bimbo Bakeries and milk bid from Anderson Erickson as the sole bids received timely in accordance with the bid request. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Tire Bids – moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the tire bid from Performance Tire for the 23-24 year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Summer Projects

Cement Work at Adams Elementary – moved by Horsley/Friedlein to accept the bid from KNB LLC for $11,875 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Air Conditioning for Adams Elementary – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the quote of $8,120 for a wall mounted AC unit at Adams Elementary with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Window covering at Fairview – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the quote of $6,988 from I Saw the Sign for tiger logo signage/coverings in the south windows of Fairview Elementary with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Cement Project at Carroll Athletic Stadium – Dr. Berlau presented the possible plan for cement work but quotes were not yet presented.

Preschool Agreement with Kuemper – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the preschool agreement for 23-24 with Kuemper with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Ag Program Agreement with Kuemper – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the Agriculture Program Agreement with Kuemper for 2023-24 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Resolution ordering an election on a Revenue Purpose Statement on the use of SAVE funds and ordering the publication of a notice of election – moved by Horsley/Lundstrom to approve the resolution as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Resolution to continue participation in the Instructional Support Program and set public hearing – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the resolution as presented and to set the public hearing on the continued participation in the Instructional Support Program for Monday, August 7^th at 5:30pm in the Adams Elementary Board Room. The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote.
Budget Updates – Nicole McCarville provided updated budget reports for the FY23 preliminary year end.

At 7:27pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Thu, 08/31/2023 - 15:11

Minutes - 2023.8.22

Minutes

August 22, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

Minutes – July 17, 2023

Bills – General ($365,579.77), Management ($11,253.69), PPEL ($3,889.15), Nutrition ($26,060.20), SAVE ($153,487.86), Activity ($36,825.03), Scholarship ($400.00)

1^st Reading of Policies – 472, 473

2^nd Reading of Policies – 104R1, 406, 430, 462, 463, 508, 522, 522E1, 522E2, 553, 601, 630, 630E4, 631, 633R1, 644, 644R1

Administrator Reports – CHS, CMS, AES, FV

Agreements – Affiliation Agreement for Clinical Experience for Nursing Student with University of Iowa, Transportation Maintenance Sharing Agreement with Kuemper, MOU with Head Start, Ar-We-Va Food Service Director Sharing Agreement, SARH Ancillary Athletic Training Services Agreement

Fundraisers List

CEA HANDBOOK REVISION – Moved by Horsley/Lundstrom to approve the CEA handbook revisions around Personal Leave and Family Sick Leave with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CESA HANDBOOK REVISION – Moved by Horsley/Friedlein to approve the CESA handbook revisions around Personal Leave and

PERSONNEL REPORT

Resignations –

Nathan Wuebker wishes to resign from his teacher associate position at FV. Nathan has worked for CCSD for 1 year.
Ashley Moore wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at FV. Ashley has worked at CCSD for 2 years.
Amanda Schultz wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at CMS.

Recommendations –

Sue Ruch is recommending Lydia Daniel for a special education teacher associate at Fairview for the 2023-2024 school year. If approved Lydia would be paid $14.11 per hour (base pay of $13.91 plus twenty cents for two years of experience) and work 6.75 hours per day. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Jamie Fraizer for the Special Ed TA position in our ROAR Alternative School. Jamie has a lot of experience working with students with diverse needs and will be an asset goal setting with our students and helping them reach their career diploma. If approved she would work 7 hours per day and would be paid $14.46 (Base of $13.91 plus $.30 for education plus $.25 for experience). Approval is recommended retroactive to August 16th.
Nicole McCarville would like to recommend Melanie Girard for the Food Service Director position. Her contract will be 260 days/year and includes a $25/month phone reimbursement and 20 paid vacation days. If approved she would be paid $70,000/year.
Jeff Dvorak is recommending Doug Hansman for the Seasonal Grounds Custodian. Jeff recommends that Doug received $14.50/hour. He will work Monday through Friday, 8 hours/day, April 1st through November 30th. Doug will receive single health insurance coverage as well as paid leaves as per board policy. Approval is recommended retroactive to August 16th.
Jeff Cullen would like to recommend Patrick Henderson for the Northeast Rural area of Breda and a portion of the West Central section of the City of Carroll. If approved Patrick would drive approximately 3.75 Hours a day at $21.17/Hr. Patrick currently works for us as a teacher associate and will continue to work in that capacity as well.
Randy Bissen is recommending Stef Jorgensen for our MS volleyball position. She has 0 years of coaching volleyball experience. She will be coaching 7th grade volleyball with Nicole Martin. If approved she would receive $2,052.
Scot Aden would like to recommend Courtney Tigges for a General Education TA position at middle school. If approved Courtney would work 7 hours /day and be paid $13.65/hour.
Sara Anderson would like to recommend Rebecca Wharton-Liechti for the 6.5-hour food service position at CHS. If approved Rebecca would be paid $16.00/hour. Approval is recommended retroactive to August 16th and contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.

Volunteer –

Randy Bissen is recommending Dayton Ross as a volunteer with the football program contingent upon his receipt of a coaching authorization.

Contract Modifications –

Sue Ruch is recommending that 45 minutes/day be added to Sarah Carstens' letter of assignment. This addition time is for AM and PM supervision.
Sue Ruch is recommending that 45 minutes/day be added to Jordan Petersen's letter of assignment. This addition time is for AM and PM supervision.
Sue Ruch is recommending that one hour/day be added to Trish McNamara's letter of assignment. This addition time is for AM and PM supervision.

Moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ACTION ITEMS

Student, Parent, Program, and Staff Handbooks – moved by Friedlein/Horsley to approve the CMS Student/Parent Handbook, CMS Staff Handbook, CHS Student Handbook and Coaches Handbook with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Appoint delegate to IASB delegate assembly – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to delegate Duane Horsley to the IASB delegate assembly with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Teach Quality Committee – Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve Superintendent Berlau’s recommendation of Amy Collison, Kourtney Abbotts and Scot Aden as the administrative representatives on the Teacher Quality Committee, with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
SIAC Committee – the committee was discussed but no action taken
Board Policy Review Committee – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the structure of the board policy committee with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Student Activity Passes – the board discussed the current student activity pass structure and rates but no action was taken on making any changes for the 2023-24 year.
Job Description: Custodian – Seasonal for Spring, Summer and Fall – moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the job description with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Budget Updates
Bids for Stadium cement/surface – the bids were discussed and based on the dollar value of the work no action was taken as additional information/bids may be needed

At 6:46pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Wed, 10/04/2023 - 13:06

Minutes - 2023.8.7

Minutes

August 7, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

Resignations –

Krystal Childress wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at CMS. Krystal has worked for CCSD for 2 years.
Maisie Ogren wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at CHS. She was approved in July but is no longer going to work at CCSD.
Brian Mentzer would like to resign from his noon Pre-School Route. He will continue to drive his morning and afternoon routes.

Recommendations:

Randy Bissen is recommending Steven Bieret for middle school Mock Trial sponsor. He has no experience as a Mock Trial sponsor but did participate in Mock Trial in High School and works with the History Day program. If approved he would be paid $880.
Scot Aden and Jill Greiman would like to recommend Jessie Golwitzer for a Special Ed teacher associate position at Carroll Middle School. If approved Jessie would work 7 hours/day and would be paid $14.11 (beginning pay for Special Ed TA $13.91 plus $.20 for experience). Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Casey Berlau would like to recommend Tasha Hinners for the part time RN position at the Adams Elementary building. If approved Tasha would be paid $24.50 per hour and would work 4.5 hours per day.
Scot Aden and Jill Greiman would like to recommend Joslyn Wellman for a Special Ed teacher associate position at Carroll Middle School. If approved Joslyn would work 7 hours/day and would be paid $14.21 (beginning pay of $13.91 plus $.30 cents for education). Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.

Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED RESOLUTION: At 5:33p.m., Cindy Johnson declared the public hearing on the proposed resolution to direct the county commissioner of elections to call an election to submit the question of continued participation in the Instructional Support Program on the ballot. Community member Lean Schoenfeld addressed the board in support of the participation in the program and discussed efforts of community members to get support for participation. With no other speakers present, Cindy Johnson declared the hearing closed at 5:36p.m.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION: Moved by Horsley/Lundstrom to adopt the resolution to direct the county commissioner of elections to call an election to submit the question of continued participation in the instructional support programs and the motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Moved by Horsley/Ulveling to approve the Food Service Director Job Description as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BOARD GOVERNANCE PLAN FOR 2023-2024: Superintendent Berlau and board members discussed the board governance plan for the 2023-2024.

At 5:54pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Wed, 10/04/2023 - 13:05

Minutes - 2023.9.21

Minutes

September 21, 2023 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

5:30 PM Adams Elementary

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Cindy Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:30pm. Board members present: Karen Friedlein, Cindy Johnson, Kristen Lundstrom, and Onica Ulveling. Board members absent: Duane Horsley

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PRESENTATIONS – Mr. Wayne Lu, CHS Band Director, gave a presentation on his field trip request for 2 band festivals and Mr. Brady Eischeid, Ag Instructor and FFA Advisor gave a presentation on his field trip request for the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.

Minutes – August 7, 2023 and August 22, 2023

Bills – General ($270,271.08), Management ($61,594.75), PPEL ($296,198.75), Nutrition ($46,243.70), SAVE ($62,271.80), Activity ($30,588.32)

1^st Reading of Policies – 108

2^nd Reading of Policies – 472, 473, 104, 542, 543, 613, 628, 628R1, 629, 630R1

Administrator Reports – CHS, CMS, AES, FV

Field Trips – Bethany Lutheran College HS Honor Band Festival, Worlds of Fun Festival of Bands and National FFA Convention

Agreements – Kuemper Teacher Associates, Kuemper Shared Teacher-Librarian, FFA Lease with Region XII COG, Affiliation Agreement with Drake University, TAP FY24 Renewal

Wage Reports

Job Description – Activity Event Manager

DONATIONS – Crossroads Nutrition – Herbalife 24 line/hydration drinks to the football team; Al Short – trunk and contents which include CHS artifacts from the 1920’s/1930’s; Prairie Studies of Briar Cliff University – “On Common Ground” by Ryan Allen & Brian Hazlett. Moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to accept the last 2 donations noted with more information needed on the first donation. Motion carried on unanimous roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Jeff Cullen is recommending Sharon Beyer for a noon bus-driving route for an additional 2 hours per day.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Payton Cote for a Severe and Profound Teacher Associate position at CHS for 7 hours/day and would be paid $14.98 per hour (the base pay for S & P). Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Jeff Dvorak would like to recommend Shawn Cullen for an Assistant Custodian Sports Facilities/Grounds position for 8 hours per day and would be paid $18.00/hour plus a $1,000 signing bonus. It is recommended that Shawn receive $25/month for use of personal cell phone.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Stefanie Jorgensen for a Severe and Profound Teacher Associate position at CHS for 7 hours per day and would be paid $15.53 (The base pay of $14.98 plus $.30 for BA degree plus $.25 for 9 years of experience). Approval is recommended retroactive to September 5th.
Casey Berlau would like to recommend Doug Leiting for the Industrial Tech teaching position at CHS with salary of $77,760 plus TSS which is approximately $7,811 and 187 day contract, which includes Professional Development days, leave of 13 sick days and 3 personal days, and all other leave available according to district policy and CEA handbook.
Scot Aden is recommending Amanda Massie for a Severe and Profound Teacher Associate position at CMS for 7 hours/day and $14.98 per hour (the base pay for S & P). Approval is recommended retroactive to September 6th.
Sue Ruch and Amy Collison would like to recommend Kara Neville for the Title 1 Curriculum Lead position.
Kourtney Abbotts would like to recommend Maisie Ogren for a Severe and Profound Teacher Associate position at CHS for 7 hours/day and $15.28 per hour (the base pay for S & P plus .30 cents for experiences)
Sue Ruch is recommending Gabby Olberding for a TigerZone TA position. Gabby has previously worked as a TA in TigerZone but resigned so she could participate in the spring soccer season. If approved Gabby would receive $13.70 per hour and 2.25 hours/day 3-4 days/week.
Melanie Girard is recommending Joan Schlie for a food service position (dishwasher) at Fairview for 2.25 hours/day at $15.00/hour. Approval is recommended retroactive to Sept. 19th.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Kourtney Abbotts is recommending that the contract for Ruby Morales as TAP Coordinator be modified from 260 days to 230 days based on our updated understanding of the TAP program requirements with IVRS.
Sue Ruch is recommending that thirty minutes/day be added to Kelsey Dentlinger's letter of assignment as well as $0.20/hour for experience prior to being hired at CCSD. This additional time is for AM and PM supervision.
Casey Berlau is recommending that Hunter Harmening receive a stipend of $1,100 for serving as administrative support at the high school from August 23, 2023 through September 1, 2023 while we did not have an assistant principal.

Moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Student Activity Passes
Update on ISL and Revenue Purpose Statement

ACTION ITEMS

School Improvement Advisory Committee– moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the SIAC committee as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
District Strategic Plan/Goals – moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to approve the district plan/goals as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

FY23 Annual Settlements
FY23 Certified Annual Report (CAR)
FY23 Special Ed Supplement
Request for Modified Allowable Growth and Supplemental Aid for a Special Education Deficit – moved by Ulveling/Friedlein to approve the request for modified allowable growth for the special education deficit of $186,599.71 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
FY23 Annual Transportation Report
Budget Updates
Bids for Stadium cement/surface – bids were received from Badding Construction ($49,240 plus $4.500-$6,000 for stamped/stain depending on color/pattern) and KNB LLC ($60,705 with stained concrete an additional $6,000). Moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to accept the bid from Badding of $49,240 with a max additional of $5,000 for staining/stamping and unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider bid for topographic survey – moved by Friedlein/Ulveling to accept the bid from Sundquist Engineering for $17,600 for a topographic survey of the Fairview Elementary/Bus Barn property with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 7:10pm, it was moved to adjourn, unanimous approval.

mkohorst@carro… Wed, 10/18/2023 - 13:21

Minutes - 2024-05.06

Minutes

May 6, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM, Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

DONATION – Moved by Horsley/Johnston to accept the donation of lunch from a food truck at CMS one day during teacher appreciation week donated by Jordan Jansen’s Edward Jones office with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Nicole Martin wishes to resign from her 7th grade science teaching position as well as her MS volleyball coaching and MS wrestling coaching positions effective at the end of the 23-24 school year. Nicole has worked for CCSD for 3 years.
Kaitlynn Kaufmann wishes to resign from her prom sponsor position.
Kristi Shanks wishes to resign from her prom sponsor position.
Samantha Vonnahme wishes to resign from her girls' golf coaching position.
Erin Roberts wishes to resign from her Teacher Associate position in TigerZone effective May 22, 2024. Erin has worked at CCSD for one year.
Jordan Janssen wishes to resign from her bus driving position effective April 29, 2024. Jordan has worked for CCSD for 4 years.
Jeff Cullen wishes to resign from his Transportation Director position effective April 30, 2024 (an update to the previous resignation date of 6/30/24)
Janet Olerich wishes to resign from her food service position effective April 30, 2024. Janet will continue to work as a contracted bus driver and will be picking up additional driving duties.
Marissa Alexander wishes to resign from her Teacher Associate position effective April 30, 2024. Marissa has worked for CCSD for 2 years.
Micah Henderson wishes to resign from his Teacher Associate position effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Micah has worked for CCSD for 2 years.
Caleb Henderson wishes to resign from his Teacher Associate position effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Caleb has worked at CCSD for 1 year.
Hunter Harmening wishes to resign from his Juvenile Court Liaison position at the end of his 2023-2024 contract. Hunter has worked for CCSD for 8 years.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Amy Collison is recommending Abigail Koster for a 4th grade instructor position. Abigail is a graduate of University of Northern Iowa with a BA+15 in Education. She has been teaching at Sioux City CSD since 2021. She has a total of seven years of teaching experience. If approved Abigail would receive $49,250 plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Amy Collison is recommending Hannah Bush for a 4th grade instructor position. Hannah is a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University with a BA in Education. She has been working at New Opportunities as Head Start Sub. If approved Hannah would receive $47,500 plus a $2,000 signing bonus.
Sue Ruch and Amy Collison are recommending Emma Schmitz for an Elementary Art Instructor position. Emma is a graduate of Morningside College with a BA in Art Education. She has been teaching at West Bend-Mallard CSD since 2021. If approved Emma would receive $47,500 plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Scot Aden is recommending Holly Kirchhoff for the 5-8 Band/Vocal music position at CMS. Ms. Kirchhoff will graduate from Iowa State University in May. She did her student teaching at Gilbert High School and Roland Story Middle School. If approved she would be paid $47,500 plus a $2,000 signing bonus. She will teach 5-6 Vocal Music ($389), Gr. 5-6 Instrumental Music ($389), and 1/2 of Summer Band Lessons ($1,945). Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a valid Iowa teaching license.
Jennifer Dentlinger is recommending Bryan Holt for a student/supply shuttle contract for 2024-2025 for 1.5 hours per day. If approved he would make the designated wage for student/shuttle driving. During the 2023-2024 school year this amount is $14.73 per hour.
Randy Bissen is recommending Rylee Ludwig for the Head Varsity Volleyball Position. Rylee is a CHS alumni and has one year of paid experience as she was our JV volleyball coach last year. She was a first team unanimous all-conference player her junior and senior year in high school when her teams won the conference and finished second under Head Coach Kelli Schulz. She was also all-state honorable mention her senior year. We are excited to have Rylee lead our volleyball program.

VOLUNTEER

Randy Bissen is recommending Brock Jones for a volunteer position with the varsity softball team. He was a volunteer last year with the softball program as well.
Randy Bissen is recommending Lonnie Miller as a volunteer with our varsity volleyball team. He will be an asset to new coach Rylee Ludwig and will work well with our other coaches in the program.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION:

Tasha Hinner's hourly rate of pay should be $25.40. This was on the personnel report correctly when she was approved for an RN position but incorrect on her contract. Tasha requests reverting back to 25 hours/week for the 2024-2025 school year. Approval of modifications is recommended.

Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the personnel recommendations with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

WORK SESSION – The board discussed and reviewed district paid benefits for administrative staff.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF NON-BARGAINING STAFF WAGE INCREASES AND SCHEDULE C ADJSUSTMENTS FOR 2024-2025 – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the wages of non-bargaining staff for 24-25 as presented. The motion passed 4-1 on a roll call vote with Lundstrom, McCaulley, Horsley, and Johnston in favor and Friel opposed. Moved by Johnston/Friel to approve the starting and sub pay for non-bargaining staff for 24-25 with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the Schedule C adjustments as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CLOSED SESSION – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to go into closed session at 7:19pm under Iowa Code 21.5.1.i “To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. This session will also be closed to comply with the confidentiality of personnel records requirements.”

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION – The Board returned to open session at 8:32pm

At 8:33 pm, it was moved by Horsley/McCaulley to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 05/28/2024 - 07:58

Minutes - 2024.04.01

Minutes

April 1, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:50 PM or immediately following Public Hearing Meeting

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to

order at 6:52 pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and

Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

1. Michaela Klenk wishes to resign from her 4th grade teaching position as well as her Varsity

Volleyball coaching position effective at the end of the 23-24 school year. Michaela has worked

for CCSD for three years.

2. Kristin Promes wishes to resign from his her elementary Special Education teaching position

effective at the end of the 23-24 school year. Kristin has worked for CCSD for one year as a

Teacher Associate and one year as a Teacher.

3. Amy Holst wishes to resign from her high school teaching position at CHS at the end of the 2023-

2024 school year. Amy has taught at CCSD for one year. Approval of resignation is

recommended.

4. Bill Polking wishes to resign from his Large Group Speech Head Coach position.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

1. Jennifer Dentlinger wishes to recommend Parker Thornock for the Bus Wash Technician

position. If approved he will work 10 hours per week during the school year and during the

summer he will work 28 hours per week at a rate of $13 per hour.

2. Sue Ruch and Amy Collison are recommending Mackenzie Bemis for a T2K-4th grade physical

education position at Fairview and Adams Elementary Schools. Ms. Bemis has three years of

teaching experience and has most recently taught at Des Moines Public Schools. If approved she

would receive $44,827 (2023-24 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended

contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION:

1. Sue Ruch is recommending Kelsey Dentlinger's hourly rate, for her teacher associate position, be

modified to full-time S&P pay retroactive to Monday, February 26.

TRANSFER:

1. Sue Ruch is recommending Kara Neville for the Fairview Title I reading position.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF JOB DESCRIPTION REVISIONS – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to

approve the job descriptions for the School Counselor-Fairview and Elementary Special Education

Teacher positions with one addition to the special education job description to include “Properly licensed

in Iowa as a special education teacher” under qualifications. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BOARD WORK SESSION

1. Certified Budget Presentation – Director of Business Affairs Nicole McCarville presented the

draft FY25 certified budget information to the board. The public hearing on the FY25 Certified

Budget will be held on April 22nd at 6:30PM in the Adams Elementary Board Room as part of the

Board’s regular April board meeting.

2. The Board discussed a possible program for including a non-voting student representative on the

board to provide leadership/public service experience. The Board indicated interest and asked

that a policy be brought to the board at a future meeting for consideration.

EXEMPT SESSIONS TO DISCUSS STRATEGY FOR NEGOTIATIONS – The board went into an

exempt session a 7:54 to discuss strategy for negotiations. The board returned to open session at 8:48pm.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONTRACT TURN-IN BONUS – Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve

a bonus for staff who turn in their FY25 contract/letter of assignment within 5 school days of issuance to

employee in the amounts of: $500 for CEA (Teachers, Counselors, Nurses), $500 for regularly scheduled

Route Bus Drivers and Full-time (6+ hours/day) regularly scheduled non-bargaining staff, $250 for

regularly scheduled part-time (<6 hours/day) non-bargaining staff, $600 for CESA (Teacher Associates)

staff who are regularly scheduled full-time (6+ hours/day), $300 for CESA staff who are regularly

scheduled part-time (<6 hours/day). Staff who hold more than one contract/letter of assignment will

receive one bonus (not one for each position) and the bonus does not apply to non-staff coaches/sponsors,

substitutes, activity drivers, and other staff that are not regularly scheduled. The motion passed

unanimously by roll call vote.

At 8:57 pm, it was moved by Horsley/Johnston to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 04/23/2024 - 13:44

Minutes - 2024.04.22

Minutes

April 22, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:32pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Johnston to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

OPEN PUBLIC HEARING ON FY25 CERTIFIED– President Lundstrom declared the public hearing open at 6:31pm and no public comments were heard.

CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING – President Lundstrom closed the public hearing at 6:31pm.

OPEN PUBLIC HEARING ON FY24 BUDGET AMENDMENT– President Lundstrom declared the public hearing open at 6:32pm and no public comments were heard.

CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING – President Lundstrom closed the public hearing at 6:32pm.

APPROVE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT SUBMITTAL OF THE CARROLL CSD TRANSPORTATION FACILITY AND PROCEED TO THE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT PHASE – Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approved the design developmental submittal and proceed to the construction document phase. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

APPROVAL OF GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION – (from Business Office – F) Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the geotechnical investigation proposal by Terracon Consultants with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ADMINISTRATRIVE REPORTS

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATION:

Cathy Prime wishes to resign from her 5th grade ELA teaching position effective at the end of the 23-24 school year. Cathy has worked for CCSD for one year.
Joslyn Wellman wishes to resign from her teacher associate position at CMS effective April 5, 2024. Joslyn has worked for CCSD for one year.
Kyle Grossnickle wishes to resign from his 5-8 Band/Music position at CMS effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Kyle has worked for CCSD for one year.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Sue Ruch is recommending Connie Ankenbauer for the ELL teaching position. Connie has 32 years of teaching experience and a BA+15 degree in Elementary Ed with ESL and Reading endorsements. If approved Ms. Ankenbauer would receive $67,470 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Ms. Ankenbauer has most recently taught at Coon Rapids-Bayard CSD as Secondary interventionist, EL Coordinator, ESL teacher, and TAG Coordinator. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Sue Ruch is recommending Sarah Klocke for the SPED Strategist II teaching position. Sarah has a BA in Sociology from Iowa State and will have a Strategist II BD/LD and ID endorsement this summer. She has BA +15 currently and is working towards a MA at Morningside University. If approved Ms. Klocke would receive $48,900 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Ms. Klocke has been working at CCSD as a teacher associate for 2 years.
Casey Berlau is recommending Kim Needs for the K-12 Media Specialist position. Ms. Needs has a BA degree in Elementary Ed with Special Ed endorsement. She was the children's director for the Norelius Public Library in Denison for two years. She most recently was an Instructional Coach, worked with Curriculum, Data and Assessment, and as the Librarian at Ar-We-Va. She has five year of teaching experience. If approved Ms. Needs would receive $47,500 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Carl Kaiser for a Math teaching position at CHS. Carl has 23 years of teaching experience and a MA degree with a 5-12 Math endorsement. If approved Mr. Kaiser would receive $66,250 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Mr. Kaiser has most recently taught at West Central Valley CSD as secondary math teacher - Algebra and AP Calculus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Sue Ruch is recommending Katie Farber for the Elementary counselor position. Kathryn has 12 years of teaching experience and a BA from UNI and her MA in Mental Health and School Counseling from Drake University. Ms. Farber has been the Elementary School Counselor for grades PK-4 at Greene County for the past three years. If approved Ms. Farber would receive $62,000 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Casey Berlau is recommending Crystal Boes for the Director of Student Services position. Crystal has five years of administrative experience. If approved Ms. Boes would receive $109,500 plus a $2,000 signing bonus. She would work a 12-month contract and receive 20 vacation days as well as a $25/month phone reimbursement. If approved her contract would begin on July 1, 2024. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Scot Aden is recommending Rylee Ludwig for the 5th grade writing and ELA teaching position. Rylee is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in Elementary Ed. She also has her coaching authorization and is currently our JV Volleyball coach. If approved she would be paid the beginning base pay for 2024- 2025 (47,500) for an individual with a BA plus a $2,000 signing bonus.
Scot Aden is recommending Craig Braaten for the 7th grade Special Ed teaching position. Mr. Braaten has 16 years of teaching experience and a MA degree in Teaching, Leadership and Learning with endorsements in Emotional BD and LD endorsements. If approved Ms. Braaten would receive $62,000 (24-25 wage) plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Mr. Braaten has most recently taught at Bryon Public Schools as an 8th grade Special Ed teacher and football coach. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check and an Iowa teaching license.

TRANSFER:

Amy Collison is recommending Kara Rowedder for the Title: Reading & Math position at Adams Elementary.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Karla Flattery for the Art teaching position at Carroll High School.

Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the personnel report with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – March 18, 2024; March 28, 2024; April 1, 2024

Bills – General ($188,121.32), PPEL ($2,878.91), Nutrition ($41,633.78), SAVE ($161,631.62), Activity ($46,081.78)

2^nd Reading of Policies – 572, 572R1, 574, 576, 578, 704.2

Donations – Ruth Lux: $25 to Tiger Cupboard; Larry Devine: $50 to Tiger Cupboard; Teacher Appreciation Weeks Donations: Natalie Forke – Pizza; Nate and Marcy Puck – Lidderdale Catering; Monica and Daniel Clayton – Candy/Snacks; Kourtney Abbotts – Bordenaros Breakfast Rolls and Pasta Bar/Breadsticks; Stacie and Scot Muhlbauer – Ice Cream Bar; Greg Villegas – Breakfast; Toni and James North – Bottled Water; Jamie and Justin McCool – Cookies; Randi and Ryan Boell – Popcorn; Amanda Orton and Brady Brehmer - Pop

1^st Reading of Policies – 214, 507, 507R1, 102R1, 102R2, 102E1, 103

Policy to Delete – 510

Request for Transportation – CACCCP is asking for their school age program to use our transportation for July 2^nd to Coon Rapids, July 18^th to Breda and August 1^st to Lake View

Agreements –

Food Service Director sharing agreement with Ar-We-VA
Transportation Director sharing agreement with Glidden Ralston CSD
Transportation Maintenance sharing agreement with Glidden Ralston CSD
Transportation Maintenance sharing agreement with Kuemper
Cooperative sharing agreements for activities

Boys Swim: ACGC, AWV, CR-Bayard, Denison-Schleswig, East Sac, Glidden, Greene County, Kuemper, South Central Calhoun

Boys Golf: AWV

Girls Swim: ACGC, AWV, CR-Bayard, Denison-Schleswig, East Sac, Glidden, Greene County, Kuemper, South Central Calhoun

Girls Golf: AWV

Girls Soccer - AWV, CR-Bayard, Glidden

FFA Lease with Todd Reuter

Moved by Friel/McCaulley with unanimous approval.

ACTION ITEMS

Approval of agreement with CESA – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the agreement with CESA for 2024-25 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of agreement with CEA – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agreement with CEA for 2024-25 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of Student/Parent Handbooks – moved by McCaulley/Horsley to approve the handbooks as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider revisions to job descriptions – moved by Johnston/Friel to approve the job descriptions as presented for the Teacher Associates (General Ed, Special Ed, and Specialized) and Technology Technician as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of the 2024 Graduates - Parker Adams, Amber Arkland, Dillon Arnold, Sienna Becker, Cody Beckman, Sydney Bellinghausen, Skye Bennett, Zoey Bernholtz, Brynn Bowman, Ethan Brincks, Gabrielle Brincks, Madison Brown, Averi Burke, Chase Burnett, Gus Burns, Caeden Canuso, Keagan Case, Titus Casebeer, Katherine Gomez, Elizabeth Chase, Riley Coats, Jacob Comstock, Clayton Daisy, Brandon Daniel, Rojel David, Raquel Del Angel, Zelda DeMoss, Thaddaeus Dirkx, Charles Drees, Levi Dreessen, Mollie Feld, Autumn Fortner, Molly Freese, Yandreana Campechano, Brenna Goins, Colton Hagen, Evan Hammer, Elijah Haulk, Emily Hedman, MacKenzie Heinrichs, Tanner Heithoff, Noah Henson, Serena Hinners, Emma Hoffman, Emma Holmes, Amelia Holt, Dylan Hosenfelt, Rohan Huffman, Philippine Huriau, Parveen Hutcherson, Steven Jacobs, Kloee Jones, Julia Kanne, Jonathan Kendall, Macie Kennebeck, Briella Klocke, Hailey Klocke, Paige Kokenge, Kadyn Krutsch, Karsyn Lampe, Chandler Lee, Noah Lee, Caden Lengeling, Sienna Leymaster, Cooper Ludwig, Walker Lynch, Chase Madden, Juan Maldonado-Silva, Riley Mauro, Katelyn McFarland, Shane McGowan, Alexandria Meiers, Cole Miller, Karlie Muhlbauer, Abbigail Munson, Reed Musselman, Zoe Myers, Riley Nagl, Ryder Nagl, Cael Nelson, Kyler Neppel, Lincoln Neu, Mason Nieland, Ryan North, Zachary Nystrom, Gabrielle Olberding, Lance Olerich, Ethan Osterlund, Kameron Peplinski, Elizabeth Perkins, Paige Potthoff, Thomas Quandt, Chase Ragaller, Chloe Reiling, Carter Riesberg, Justin Riesberg, Tanner Ripley, Erin Roberts, Morgan Roberts, Paige Sargent, Tate Schleisman, Macie Schlesner, Karsen Schoenfeld, Baylie Schulte, Collin Schultes, William Schultes, Lilli Schwarz, Dalton Schwering, Tegan Schwery, Clayton Simons, Jena Snyder, Wyatt Snyder, Aiden Steger, Lexi Steinkamp, Jacob Stork, Tyler Stork, Gavin Sturm, Kaisen Stypa, Christian Taylor, John Teggatz, Brooklynn Troutman, Grant Uhlenkamp, Caleb Vanderheiden, Shawn Vang, Cullen Venner, Elias Villanueva, Furaha Vicent, Hailey Vogl, Caiden Vonnahme, Jenna Walker, Payton Wardell, Jacob Warnke, Kali Warnke, Taelyn Wiederin, Adrienne Wiley. Moved by Friel/Horsley approve the graduates for 2024 pending final completion of requirements with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider summer school/credit recovery plan for CHS – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the CHS summer school/credit recovery plan for summer 2024 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider quotes for CMS Classroom Locks – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to accept the quote from Doors Inc for $15,972 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider Quote for additional cameras at CHS – no action taken
Consider request to seek bids for Fairview Playground Surface – moved by Friel/Horsley to allow the district to seek bids for playground surfacing at Fairview with unanimous roll call vote.
Consider request to dispose of school bus – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to allow the district to dispose of a 2010 bus that needs a new engine with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Approval of FY 25 Certified Budget – Moved by Friel/Johnston to approve the FY25 Certified Budget with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Resolution to participate in the Budget Guarantee for FY25 – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the resolution for the FY25 Budget Guarantee with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
FY24 Budget Amendment – moved by Johnston/Friel to approve the FY24 Budget Amendment with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Review and accept the FY23 Audit – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to accept the FY23 Audit with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 9:00pm, it was moved by McCaulley/Horsley to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 04/23/2024 - 13:45

Minutes - 2024.04.25

Minutes

April 25, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

12:00 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 12:00pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston (via Zoom), Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

CLOSED SESSION – Moved by McCaulley/Horsley to go to closed session at 12:02 pm under Iowa Code 21.5.1.a. to review or discuss records which are required or authorized to by state or federal law to be kept confidential as a condition for the board’s possession or receipt of federal funds. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSSION – The meeting returned to open session at 12:07 pm.

CONSIDER REQUEST TO RESTORE ELIGIBILITY FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to restore eligibility for extracurricular activities for the student as discussed in closed session. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO TERMINATE A PROBATIONARY TEACHER CONTRACT– Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the recommendation from the superintendent to terminate the probationary contract of Erin Mendoza at the end of the 2023-24 school year. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

At 12:12pm, it was moved by Friel/Horsley to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 05/28/2024 - 07:55

Minutes - 2024.05.20

Minutes

May 20, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

ADMINISTRATRIVE REPORTS

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Rylee Ludwig wishes to resign from her JV Volleyball coaching position. Rylee has been approved for the Head Varsity Volleyball coaching position.
Quentin Pinkerton wishes to resign from his T2K-4 PE instructor position. Quentin has worked for CCSD for one year.
Marissa Kennebeck wishes to resign from her special education instructor position. Marissa has worked for CCSD for one year.
Kristen Young wishes to resign from her special education teacher associate position. Kristen has worked for CCSD for two years.
Wayne Lu wishes to resign from his 7th grade boys' basketball coaching position.
Wanita Dentlinger wishes to resign from her Teacher Associate position at CMS. Wanita has worked at CCSD for 4 years.
Steve Schable wishes to resign from his Head Boys' Track coaching position. Steve has been a track coach for 18 years.
Jeremy Fender wishes to resign from his student shuttle driving position effective June 1, 2024. Jeremy wishes to remain employed at CCSD as a Special Education Teacher Associate.
Josh Ahrens wishes to resign from his teacher associate position effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Josh is completing his Masters of Science in school counseling and will be seeking other employment.
Jerry Spieler wishes to resign from his bus driving position effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Jerry has driven bus for CCSD for 47 years. Jerry wishes to be on the sub and activity driver list beginning with the 24-25 school year.
Kenny Kennebeck wishes to resign from his bus driving position effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Kenny has driven bus for CCSD for 7 years.
Abby Munson wishes to resign from her teacher associate position in TigerZone effective at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Abby has been a TigerZone TA for CCSD for 2 years.
William Shull wishes to resign from his 9-12 Physical Education teaching position. William has taught at CHS for one year.
DeAnn Leiting wishes to resign from her Behavior Interventionist position. DeAnn has worked at CCSD for one year.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Jeff Dvorak is recommending Jeff Nekuda for the head custodian position at Carroll High School effective June 1, 2024. Jeff has over fifteen years of experience as a school custodian in Nebraska. If approved he would work 8 hours per day and would be paid $22.00 per hour and a $2,000 signing bonus. Jeff would receive single and full family health insurance paid by the district.
Randy Bissen is recommending Cody Wardell for the Activity Event Stream Manager position. He has worked with Tiger Vision and is familiar with the kids and how the livestreaming works. If approved he would be paid $2,851.
Randy Bissen is recommending Kaitlynn Kaufman for the student senate position. She was the sponsor last year and has decided to do it again. If approved Kaitlynn would be paid $1,118.
Sue Ruch and Amy Collison are recommending the following: Elementary Building Team Leaders: Preschool: Holly Warnke; Kindergarten/T2K: Breely Cleveland; First Grade: Kalee Vonnahme; Second Grade: Tina Luchtel; PS - 4th Grade Special Education: Heather Arguello; PS - 4th Grade Student Support Services: Kelly Perrin; T2K - 4th Grade Specials: Carrie Hampton
Kourtney Abbotts are recommending the following: Special Education – Denise Ragaller, Social Studies - Bob Pauk, Work-Based Learning - Bill Polking At-Risk - Erin Comstock, CTE - Kelli Schulz, Dual-Enrollment - Kristi Shanks ELA - Becky Boes, Fine Arts - Karla Flattery, Math - Amy Brown, and Science - Nicole Cote.
Sue Ruch and Amy Collison are recommending Jordan Bowers for an Elementary PE Instructor position. Jordan is a graduate of UNI. He has taught at GMGCSD for one year. If approved Jordan would receive $47,500 plus a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Craig Rowedder is recommending Nathan Thomsen for the Technology Technician position. Nathan is a graduate of Buena Vista University with a BS in Computer Science Information. If approved Nathan would receive $21.50 and would work 40 hours/week. He would begin on June 1st. Approval is recommended contingent upon receiving a clear background check.

TRANSFER:

Jennifer Dentlinger is recommending that Carla Henson transfer to the Administrative Assistant to the Transportation Department. If approved Carla would work eight hours/day and 11 months/year and be paid $15.75/hour. If approved Carla would begin on July 1, 2024.

STIPEND RECOMMENDATIONS:

Casey Berlau is recommending that Abigail Riley be given a stipend of $193 for T2-K music concerts for spring 2024.
Casey Berlau is recommending that Craig Rowedder be given a stipend of $2,319 for coaching middle school track for spring 2024.

CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS:

Amy Collison is recommending that Jeremy Fender's Special Education Teacher Associate Letter of Assignment be modified to 7.25 hours/day contingent upon his resignation from student shuttle driving being approved.
Casey Berlau is recommending a contract modification for Kim Needs, K-12 Media Specialist position. Due to not being licensed with the board of educational examiners, this is a non-bargaining position. Her 24-25 contract will be $48,000 plus a $2000 signing bonus paid over the first year.

Moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the personnel recommendations with the exception of the CHS TLC recommendations (#6 under Recommendations), with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Moved by Horsley Johnston to approve the CHS TLC positions as recommended, with the motion passing 4-0 on a roll call vote and member Friel abstaining.

SUPERINTENDENT CONTRACT – Board President Lundstrom recommended Dr. Berlau’s contract for superintendent to be a 3 year contract effective 7/1/24, renewable annually, with a 2.5% salary increase for the 24-25 year and increase in the district’s contribution to his TSA to increase to 4% for the 24-25 year. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the recommendation and the motion passed 4-1 by roll call vote with member Friel voting against.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – April 22, 20024; April 25, 2024; May 6, 2024

Bills – General ($255,899.14), PPEL ($4,719.80), Nutrition ($61,146.68), SAVE ($294,322.75), Activity ($45,142.72), Debt Service UMB Bond Payments - $637,875 (PPEL Bond) and $286,316 (SAVE Bond)

1^st Read of Policies – 103R1, 104, 104R1, 104E1, 104E2, 105, 107, 108, 524, 564, 565, 566R1, 566E2, 566E4, 567

Policy to Delete – 566E3

2^nd Reading of Policies – 214, 507, 507R1, 102R1, 102R2, 102E1, 103

Field Trip – FFA Overnight officer retreat – camping June 13-15

Donations – Rachel Hutchings would like to donate $500 to the CHS Band Program

Agreements –

Transportation Service Agreement with Region XII
Carroll Booster Club Lease for use of concession stands

Moved by Horsley/Friel with unanimous approval.

ACTION ITEMS

Approval of agreement with North Central Consortium School – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agreement with NCCS for the 24-25 school year with approval of 4-1 by roll call vote with member Friel voting against.
Approval of consortium agreement with Grandwood Learning Center – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agreement with Grandwood Learning Center for the 24-25 school year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of the 24-25 Preschool Calendar – moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the 24-25 Preschool Calendar as presented, with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of school fees and school meal prices for 2024-25 – moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the 24-25 school fees and meal prices as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of TigerZone handbook for 24-25 – Moved by McCaulley/Horsley to approve the handbook with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of ROAR Handbook for 24-25 – Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the ROAR handbook for 24-25 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Transportation Request for Summer Fun Camp – Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the transportation request with a 4-0 approval by roll call vote with member Lundstrom abstaining.
Approval of DMACC Courses for 24-25 – Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the DMACC courses for 24-25 with a 4-0 approval by roll call vote with member Lundstrom abstaining.
Consider CHS Camera Quotes – moved by Friel/McCaulley to accept the quote from Walsh Doors & Security for $13,775.45 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider carpet replacement quotes – Moved by McCaulley/Horsley to accept the quote from Prenger’s for CHS carpet replacement for $15,919.90 and JP Flooring for CMS carpet replacement for $86,987.10 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider quote to update elementary writing curriculum – moved by Friel/Horsley to update the elementary writing curriculum to the 3^rd edition with a 7 year license for $18,382 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of district career and academic plan – Moved by Johnston/Friel to approve the district’s career and academic plan with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider hiring temporary, part-time assistant facilities and grounds director – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the temporary, part-time assistant facilities and grounds director position being advertised for hiring with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Ceiling Tile Repair work at FV – moved by Horsley/Friel to accept the quote from Janning Ceiling Systems for quote #1 for 2x4 ceiling tiles at a quote of $8,875 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

DISCUSSION ITEM – The board discussed the timeline requirements for financing/bidding of the proposed transportation facility.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Iowa Local Government Risk Pool Agreement – Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the renewal of the ILGRP agreement for 24-25 for $121,977.68 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Insurance Renewals – the board reviewed the insurance renewal premiums for some of the property and liability insurance coverages
Budget Reports

At 8:42pm, it was moved by Johnston/Friel to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 04/23/2024 - 13:45

Minutes - 2024.05.31

Minutes

May 31, 2024 Board Meeting – End of Year Staff Recognition

Carroll CSD

11:15 AM, CHS Gym

All 5 board members were in attendance for the Carroll CSD end of year staff recognition from 11:15am – 12:00pm. No formal board meeting took place including no discussion of board items or action.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Tue, 05/28/2024 - 07:54

Minutes - 2024.06.03

Minutes

June 3, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM, Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Kim Cleveland wishes to resign from her teacher associate position. Kim has been a teacher associate at CCSD for 4 years.
Kathy Schamel wishes to resign from her food service position. Kathy has worked at CCSD for seven years.
Dani Buhs wishes to resign from her Preschool teaching position. Dani has worked at CCSD for one year.
Sara Smith wishes to resign from her Special Ed teaching position. Sara has worked at CCSD for sixteen years.
Samantha Block wishes to resign form her Yearbook sponsor position.
Ashley Wuebker wishes to resign from her elementary counselor position. Ashley has worked for CCSD for eight years.
Maggie Hannasch wishes to resign from her Assistant Large Group Speech Coach position contingent upon being approved for the Head Large Group Speech Coach position.
Margaret Gruba wishes to resign from her teacher associate position as well as her bus driving position effective July 25, 2024. Margaret wishes to remain on the substitute and activity bus driver list. Margaret has worked for CCSD for five years.
Mike Hogan wishes to resign from his assistant custodian position at CHS. Mike has worked for CCSD for two years.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Amy Collison is recommending Sara Hamilton for 3rd grade Building Team Lead position and Joelle White for 4th grade Building Team Lead position.
Randy Bissen is recommending Maggie Hannasch for the Large Group Speech Coach position. She has 9 years of paid experience as she was the Large Group Speech Coach at East Sac County for 8 years and was our assistant last year under Bill Polking. If approved she would receive $2,912.
Kourtney Abbotts and Greg Villegas are recommending Chandler Damewood for the 9-12 PE position. Chandler is a graduate of Buena Vista University and has taught at Alta-Aurelia CSD for one year. If approved he would be paid $47,500 and receive a $2,000 signing bonus. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.
Scot Aden is recommending the following for CMS TLC Lead Teacher Positions: 5^th = Mrs. Lindsay Conley, 6th = Mr. Nate Wall, 7th = Mr. Josh Peter, 8th = Mr. Josh Lucken, Math = Mrs. Renee Friedrichsen, Science = Mrs. Melissa Nystrom, ELA = Mrs. Jesse Strong, Social Studies = Mr. Steven Bieret, Special Education = Mrs. Tonia Onken, and Specials = Mrs. Kelly Borchers.

TRANSFERS

Scot Aden is recommending that Riley Ludwig transfer from the 5th grade ELA position to our 6th grade ELA position.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION:

Samantha Block should have 5 days extended contract for $1,147 for 23-24 for her counselor duties. (This is her 23-24 salary before TSS of 43,571 divided by 190 days x 5 days).

Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the personnel recommendations with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

WORK SESSION – The board participated in a work session with Lou Ann Gvist from the Iowa Association of School Boards on goal setting for the board and district.

At 8:33 pm, it was moved by McCaulley/Johnston to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

mkohorst@carro… Wed, 06/19/2024 - 10:43

Minutes - 2024.06.17

Minutes

June 17, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM, Carroll High School Media Center

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Friel/Johnston to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

PIPER SANDLER PRESENTATION

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH PIPER SANDLER – moved by Johnston/Friel to table the approval of the agreement with Piper Sandler for financing services to the July 15^th meeting, with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PRESENTATIONS – Jessica Stangl gave a presentation on the iJAG program and Ryan Simmelink and Linsey Pick, Curriculum Coordinators, gave a presentation on spring assessment data.

ADMINISTRATRIVE REPORTS

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Mackenzie Bemis wishes to resign from her T2K-4 Physical Education teaching position.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Kourtney Abbotts is recommending Kelli Schulz for the Yearbook Sponsor position as well as the Tiger Vision Media Manager position. If approved Kelli would be paid $1895 for the Yearbook Sponsor position and $1895 for the Media Manager position.
Scott Aden would like to recommend Josh Peter and Matt Reicks split the CMS Student Council Position for the 24-25 school year. If approved each would be paid $264.
Kourtney Abbotts is recommending that William Shull receive a $500 stipend for coordinating the Special Olympics program at CHS.
Sue Ruch is recommending Cindy Lehrkamp for the T2K-4 Physical Education position for the 2024-2025 school year. If approved Cindy would be paid $69,000.
Randy Bissen is recommending that William Shull receive a $1,000 stipend for his girls' golf responsibilities this season.
Randy Bissen is recommending Bill Polking for the assistant large group speech position. Bill has been our head large group speech sponsor for the past 15 years. If approved he would be paid $2,532.
Randy Bissen is recommending Becca Steffen for the 7th grade volleyball position. She is our new MS PE teacher and has 0 years paid volleyball coaching experience. She has experience coaching Club Volleyball at Vinton-Shellsburg and Mason City. She played volleyball at NIACC for two years and then played at McPherson College. If approved she would be paid $1,895.
Jennifer Dentlinger is recommending the following addition to current driver, Joy Booth's, contract: a noon route 10:30a to 12:20p Tues-Fri. If approved Joy would receive her current rate of pay. Jennifer is recommending current substitute driver, Mike Brinker, be approved for a contracted position. If approved he would drive an AM route 6:30a to 8:30a and PM route 2:40pm to 4:40pm and would be paid $21.80 per hour (the base pay of $21.50 plus $.30 for 17 years of experience).
Scot Aden is recommending Rachelle Heilesen for an 8th Gr. Science Instructor position. Rachelle taught at CCSD for two years and substituted at Denison CSD. If approved Rachelle would receive $47,500 plus a $2,500 signing bonus. The signing bonus would be paid during the 2024-2025 school year. Approval is recommended contingent upon receipt of a clear background check.

VOLUNTEER:

Randy Bissen is recommending Molly Lange as a volunteer with our varsity volleyball program. Molly was our head coach for one year in 2020.

Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the personnel recommendations with the exception of the recommendation of Kelli Schulz (#1 under Recommendations), with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the recommendation of Kelli Schulz as the Yearbook Sponsor and Tiger Vision Media Manager, with the motion passing 4-0 on a roll call vote and member McCaulley abstaining.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – May 20, 2024; May 31, 2024; June 3, 2024

Bills – General ($589,766.44), PPEL ($52,257.90), Nutrition ($42,775.51), SAVE ($118,537.28), Activity ($20,559.67)

1^st Read of Policies – 524R1

Policy to Delete – 200

2^nd Reading of Policies – 103R1, 104, 104R1, 104E1, 104E2, 105, 107, 108, 524, 564, 565, 566R1, 566E2, 566E4, 567

Donations – First United Methodist Church of Carroll - $50 to the Tiger Cupboard

Moved by Horsley/Johnston with unanimous approval.

ACTION ITEMS

Resolution to fix a date for a public hearing on the issuance of not to exceed $16,000,000 school infrastructure sales, services and use tax revenue bonds, in one or more series – Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the resolution for the public hearing to be set to 7/15/24 at 6:30pm at the CHS Media Center with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of CEA Handbook – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the CEA Handbook with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Appoint Level II Investigator – moved by Horsley/Johnston to appoint the Carroll Police Department as the Level II Investigator for 2024-25 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of quotes to purchase science kits for grades 6-8, high school biology and high school chemistry – moved by Johnston/Friel to approve the science kits ($15,251.04 6-8^th and $12,566.08 Biology/Chemistry) with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Technology Purchase Quotes – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the Bluum quote for Clever Touches for $63,904.89 (15 with some to be paid by grants) with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the Sterling Computers quote for 450 Chromebooks for $128,250 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Facilities Quotes – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to accept the quote from Bargen for the Fairview parking lot resurfacing for $53,890 with unanimous approval by roll call vote. Moved by McCaulley/Friel to accept the quotes from Mechanical Sales ($69,000 for equipment and commissioning) and Carroll Controls ($12,200 for labor/materials to install) for replacement of CHS HVAC for the front office/entry areas with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of memorandum of understanding with Latinos in Action – moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the MOU with Latinos in Action with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of agreement to add a TAP Specialist – moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve adding a TAP Specialist to support the TAP program with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of MOU to participate in Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates (iJAG) – moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the MOU with iJAG for the 24-25 year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Approval of agreement with Edgenuity – moved by McCaulley/Horsley to approve a one year agreement for 9-12 licensing with CTE with Edgenuity for $21,037.67 with unanimous approval by roll call vote

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Updated Timeline for transportation facility – Moved by Friel/McCaulley to follow DLR Option 1 timeline for the transportation facility bidding/construction with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Follow up from board work session with IASB
Board report from IASB session Summit on Student Success

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Insurance Renewals – Board Treasurer/Secretary reported the FY25 property and casualty insurance renewals with some alternate quotes available to the district. Moved by Friel/Horsley to purchase an additional $5M in excess liability coverage for $7,539.80 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Budget Reports
Consider requests to seek bids for small vehicle – moved by Johnston/Friel to seek bids for 2 small vehicles with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider granting permission to dispose of bus #28 – moved by Friel/Horsley to salvage bus 28 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider request to contribute to Merchants Park project – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to commit $5,000 towards the Merchant Park renovation project with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider milk bids – moved by Friel/Horsley to accept the milk bid from Anderson Erickson for the 24-25 school year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider bread bids – moved by McCaulley/Horsley to accept the bread bid from Pan-O-Gold for the 24-25 school year with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 10:09pm, it was moved by Friel/Horsley to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.06.28

Minutes

June 28, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

12:00 PM, Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 12:00 pm. Board members present: Jim Friel (via Zoom), Jill Johnston (via Zoom), Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley. Board member Duane Horsley was absent

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by McCaulley/Friel to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

END OF YEAR BILLS – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to approve the end of year bills – General Fund $369,785.41; Activity $3,025.67; SAVE $28,445.00; PPEL $143,000.00; Debt Service $800.00; Nutrition $854.85. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

At 12:02pm, it was moved by McCaulley/Johnston to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.1.15

Minutes

January 15, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

PUBLIC FORUM – No members of the public addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley. Board member absent: Duane Horsley

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Johnson/Friel approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

PRESENTATION – Sandy Kluver, Instructional Mentor, gave a presentation on her role in the district, including the mentor program for 1^st and 2^nd year teachers, teacher recruitment, and other aspects of the teaching and learning team.

BOARD DEVELOPMENT – The Board reviewed policies 211, 235, and 240 for information regarding their duties as board members.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS – The Board reviewed the administrative reports.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – December 21, 2023

Bills – General ($560,102.14), PPEL ($1,699.04), Nutrition ($48,051.38), SAVE ($20,220.56), Activity ($13,265.91)

1^st Reading of Policies – 801, 803, 804, 810, 826

Policies to Delete – 802

2^nd Reading of Policies – 550, 560, 561, 566, 567

Moved by Friel/Johnson to approve the consent agenda with unanimous approval.

DONATIONS – Moved by Friel/Johnson to approve donations of $500 from Trinity Episcopal Church to Fairview for student needs and $500 from Trinity Episcopal Church to the Tiger Cupboard. Unanimous approval.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATIONS:

Brian Hogue wishes to resign from his Technology Assistant position effective June 28, 2024. Brian has worked for CCSD as a Technology Assistant for 18 years and as a teacher and coach for 28 years.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Randy Bissen is recommending Taylor Berger for an Assistant Wrestling coaching position. Taylor has been a volunteer with the wrestling program for the past 6 years. If approved, Taylor would receive $3,076.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Scot Aden is recommending that Jackie Hernandez's Teacher Associate- Letter of Assignment be modified to Severe and Profound for 6.25 hours per day retroactive at January 3, 2024. Jackie was Special Education at 6 hours/day.
Scot Aden is recommending that Hannah Casebeer's Letter of Assignment be modified from 6 hours/day as Special Education TA plus 1.5 hours/day as Severe & Profound to all Special Ed TA for 7 hours/day effective December 18, 2023.
Sue Ruch is recommending that Angie Brincks’ Letter of Assignment be modified from 6.75 hours/day to 5.5 hours/day effective 1-16-24 at Angie’s request.

Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the personnel recommendations. Unanimous approval by roll call vote.

ACTION ITEMS

Consider approval of staffing plan for 2024-25 – no action taken
Consider date, time, and place of public hearing for the 24-25 School Calendar – moved by McCaulley/Friel to hold the public hearing on the 24-25 school calendar on 2/19/24 at 6:30PM in the Adams Elementary Board Room with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of Teacher and Leadership Compensation (TLC) plan revisions – Amy Collison and Wayne Lu, members of the TLC review committee, presented revisions to the TLC plan and TLC positions for 2024-25. Some changes to the plan were discussed. Moved by Johnson/Friel to approve the TLC positions of 4 Instructional Coaches with $15,000 stipend/15 days (full-time TLC position removed from the classroom) and 30 Team Leaders with $5,000 stipend/5 additional days (remain classroom teacher) with the plan to be reviewed at a future meeting after revisions are made. The motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Consider agreement with DLR Architectural Services Firm – moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the agreement with unanimous approval.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Business/Finance Report was reviewed.

At 8:25 PM, it was moved to adjourn by Johnson/Friel, unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.2.19

Minutes

February 19, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

PUBLIC FORUM – CCSD teachers Becky Boes, Josh Peter, and Jesse Strong addressed the board.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:38pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Johnson to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2024-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR – President Lundstrom declared the public hearing open at 6:38pm and no public comments were heard.

CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING – President Lundstrom closed the public hearing at 6:39pm.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF 2024-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR – Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the 2024-25 school calendar as presented with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

OPENING OFFER FROM CEA – CEA presented their opening offer of an increase to base wages of $2,555 or 5.74% to $47,100 and a 5.74% increase current CEA staff.

OPENING OFFER FROM CCSD TO CEA – CCSD presented their opening offer to CEA of an increase to base wages of $555 or 1.25% to $45,100 and 1.25% to all current CEA staff, for a total cost of $114,607 or a 1% increase to salary, FICA and IPERS.

OPENING OFFER FROM CESA – CESA presented an opening offer of a 3-year agreement with a Year 1 cost of $125,066 (5.29%) and Years 2 & 3 estimated at $101,238 (4.28%) which includes a $0.75 increase to base wages each year, longevity increases each year and an increase in the differential for a para certificate, sub authorization or educational degree from $0.30 to $0.60.

OPENING OFFER FROM CCSD TO CESA – CCSD presented their opening offer to CESA of a 1% increase to wages for a total cost of $23,689.

PRESENTATION – Curriculum coordinators Ryan Simmelink and Linsey Pick presented the winter testing data to board.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATION:

Chloe Brown wishes to resign from her 5-12 Math/PLTW teaching position at the end of the 23-24 school year. Chloe has taught at CCSD for one year.
Josh Lucken wishes to resign at the end of the 2023-2024 season from the Audio Visual Coordinator position.
Gabby Olberding wishes to resign from her Teacher Associate position in TigerZone effective March 7, 2024.
Hannah Robinson wishes to resign from her elementary teaching position at the end of the 23-24 school year. Hannah has taught at CCSD for five years.

RECOMMENDATION:

Kourtney Abbotts and Greg Villegas are recommending Lisa Leiting for an S & P Teacher Associate position at CHS. If approved Lisa would work 7 hours/day and would be paid $15.58/hour (the base of $14.98 for S & P plus $.30 cents for Para Educator Certificate plus $.30 cents for 11 years of experience. Lisa has previously worked for CHS as a TA. If approved she would start on February 23rd.
Scot Aden is recommending Rebecca Steffen for a CMS Physical Education teaching position starting with the 2024-2025 school year. Rebecca is a graduate of McPherson College with a BS in Physical Education/Health. If approved she would be paid the beginning base pay for 2024-2025 for an individual with a BS plus a $2,000 signing bonus.
Scot Aden is recommending Dr. James Johnson for an 8th grade Science teaching position starting with the 2024-2025 school year. Dr. Johnson is a graduate of SD- Northern State University with a BS in Chemistry and ND-North Dakota University with a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He has taught at the college level for fifteen years and most recently at the high school level for nine years. If approved he would be paid at the MA+30 lane of 2024-2025 schedule plus a $3,000 signing bonus to be paid over three years with the stipulation that if he were to resign from this position prior to completing three years of service the bonus would be paid back to CCSD.
Jeff Dvorak is recommending Ron Vonnahme for seasonal snow removal at $18.00/hour on an as needed basis.
Jeff Dvorak is recommending Eric Hahn for seasonal snow removal at $18.00/hour on an as needed basis. Approval is recommended

CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS:

Amy Collison is recommending Jeremy Fender for a shuttle driver position. If approved Jeremy would shuttle a student(s) 30 hours per week and would be paid $20.87/hour for the driving hours. He will continue to be an S & P TA for 10 hours a week for a total of 40 hours per week. Approval of modification is recommended retroactive to January 3, 2024.
Amy Collison is recommending adding 5 additional hours per week to Tasha Hinners’ contract. Tasha is the nurse at the Adams Elementary building.

Moved by Friel/McCaulley to approve the personnel report with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1^st and 2^nd readings of board policies:

Minutes – January 15, 2024

Bills – General ($903,187.06), PPEL ($81,317.14), Nutrition ($55,448.49), SAVE ($4,618.75), Activity ($32,912.43)

1^st Reading of Policies – 572, 572R1, 574, 576, 578, 704.2

2^nd Reading of Policies – 801, 803, 804, 810, 826

Agreements – Morningside Teacher Education Clinic Placement

Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the consent agenda with unanimous approval.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS – The Board reviewed the administrative reports.

ACTION ITEMS

Consider approval of FFA Lease with James Auen – moved by Horsley/Friel to approve lease with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of CHS Course Handbook for 2024-25 – moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the 24-25 CHS Course Handbook with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

Consider approval for purchase and installation of CHS classroom door locks – moved by Horsley/Friel accept the quote from Walsh Door & Security for $14,275 with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Consider approval of plan for bonus to turn contracts in early – Dr. Berlau and Nicole McCarville presented some projections on the cost as well as possible funding sources but no action was taken.
Set Public Hearing Date for Proposed Property Tax – Moved by Johnston/McCauley to set the public hearing date on the Proposed Property Tax for FY25 as Monday, April 1^st at 6:30pm in the Adams Elementary Board Room. The motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Budget/Finance Report – no action take

At 8:30pm it was moved to enter closed session by Horsley/Johnston for the superintendent evaluation under Iowa code 21.5.1.i: “To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. This session will also be closed to comply with the confidentiality of personnel records requirements.” The motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote and the meeting was declared closed.

At 9:18pm, President Lundstrom declared the meeting open and at 9:19pm, it was moved by Horsley/Friel to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.2.27

Minutes

February 27, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

APPROVE SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUBMITTAL OF THE CARROLL CSD TRANSPORTATION FACILITY AND PROCEED TO THE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE – DLR Group presented their schematic design’s for a transportation facility and discussed the portions of the design that would be considered Base, Alternate 1 and Alternate 2 in the design development phase. Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the schematic design submittal and proceed to the design development phase. The motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.

SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR SPENDING FLEXIBILITY ACCOUNT FUNDS FROM UNEXPENDED HSAP FUNDS – Moved by Johnston/Friel to set the public hearing for spending flexibility account funds as Monday, March 18^th, 6:30PM in the Adams Elementary Board Room.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF JOB DESCRIPTION – Moved by McCaulley/Horsley to approve the Director of Student Services job description with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 7:33pm, it was moved to adjourn by Horsley/Johnston, unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.2.5

Minutes

February 5, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to

order at 6:30PM. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, Stacy

McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Friel to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call

vote.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF TLC PLAN REVISIONS – Amy Collison, Adams Elementary

Principal/Special Ed Director, reviewed the plan revisions and hiring timelines. There was no action

necessary.

WORK SESSION – The Board reviewed Budget Updates, the proposed staffing plan for 2024-25 and

recruitment/retention strategies.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE 2024-25 STAFFING PLAN – Moved by Johnston/McCaulley to

approve the 24-25 staffing plan as presented by Dr. Berlau with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 8:14pm, it was moved to adjourn by Johnston/Horsley, unanimous approval

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Minutes - 2024.3.18

Minutes

March 18, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to

order at 6:32pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and

Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR HEARING ON FLEXIBILITY ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES–

President Lundstrom declared the public hearing open at 6:33pm and no public comments were heard.

CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING – President Lundstrom closed the public hearing at 6:33pm.

PRESENTATION – Curriculum coordinator Linsey Pick and CMS teachers Steven Bieret and Josh Peters

presented on the recommendation of new social studies curriculum.

PERSONNEL REPORT

RESIGNATION:

1. Nancy Diercksen wishes to resign from his her SE Teacher Associate position at CMS effective March

21st. Nancy has worked for CCSD for fourteen years.

2. Jaxon Heinz wishes to resign from his T2K Physical Education teaching position as well as his JV Boys

Basketball and Varsity Boys' Golf coaching positions at the end of the 23-24 school year. Jaxon has

taught physical education for three years, coached basketball for three years and golf for three years.

3. Beckie Roberts wishes to resign from her Title I Reading teaching position at the end of the 2023-2024

school year. Beckie has worked for CCSD for twelve years.

4. James Johnson wishes to resign from his 8th Grade Science teaching position that would have started

with the 2024-2025 school year.

5. Sandra Redlinger wishes to resign from her 7th Grade Special Education teaching position at CMS at

the end of the 23-24 school year. Sandra has taught 7th Grade Special Education for six years.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. Randy Bissen is recommending Tony Hooper for a JH boys' track coaching position. He has 9 years of

paid track coaching experience. If approved he would be paid $2,075.

Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the personnel report with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

CONSENT AGENDA – The consent agenda consisting of minutes, bills, and 1st and 2nd readings of board

policies:

Minutes – February 5, 2024; February 19, 2024; February 27, 2024; March 4, 2024

Bills – General ($267,538.69), Management ($61,594.75), PPEL ($4,913.89), Nutrition

($59,610.96), SAVE ($68,846.18), Activity ($20,625.25)

2nd Reading of Policies – 572, 572R1, 574, 576, 578, 704.2

Donations - $100 from Brett and Regina Adams for Teacher Appreciation Week

Field Trip Requests – FFA to Iowa FFA State Leadership Conference in Ames April 14-16, CHS

vocal music to Omaha March 24 for performance of The Lion King, and trip to KC next year –

dates TBD

Agreements – UNI Student Teacher Agreement, AEA Purchasing Agreement for food services

Moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the consent agenda, with Mrs. Meiners to return at a future meeting with

more specific details on the Kansas City trip request, with unanimous approval.

ACTION ITEMS

A. Consider approval of FFA Lease with Kuemper – moved by Friel/Johnston to approve lease with

unanimous approval by roll call vote.

B. Consider approval of Social Studies Curriculum purchase – moved by Johnston/Friel to approve

the purchase of new 5th-12th social studies curriculum from McGraw Hill quoted at 82,107.92 plus

an additional 30 texts for American History for CHS course numbers. The motion passed

unanimously on a roll call vote.

C. Consider quotes for cooling tower repairs

a. CHS – moved by Friel/Horsley to accept the quote from Carroll Controls to replace a

cooling tower at CHS for $82,651 with unanimous approval by roll call vote

b. CMS – moved by Horsley/McCaulley to accept the quote from Carroll Controls to

replace the fill of a cooling tower at CMS for $22,495 with unanimous approval by

roll call vote.

D. Consider approval of additional locks at Adams and Fairview – moved by Friel/Horsley to accept

the quote for additional classroom locks at Adams ($7,382) and Fairview ($1,884) with

unanimous approval by roll call vote.

E. Transportation request for summer for Transition Alliance Program – moved by

Johnston/McCaulley to approve the transportation with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

F. Consider renewing sharing agreement with Ar-We-Va CSD – moved by Johnston/McCaulley to

approve the sharing agreement with Ar-We-Va for FYs 2025-2028 with unanimous approval by

roll call vote

DISCUSSION ITEMS

A. Greenhouse facility – the Board, along with Ag teacher/FFA Advisor Brady Eischeid and

butterfly garden volunteer Scott Duhrkopf, discussed the current greenhouse facility and

possibilities regarding the future of the greenhouse in regards to location and remodel versus

building new

B. Follow up from Board work session with IASB

BUSINESS OFFICE REPORT

A. Consider listing 3 buses for auction on Purple Wave Auction site – moved by Johnston/Horsley to

approve listing three buses on the Purple Wave Auction site with unanimous approval by roll call

vote.

B. Resolution on spending flexibility account funds – moved by Friel/Horsley to approve the

resolution to spending the flexibility account funds from excess Home School Assistance

Program source from FY2023 in the amount of $35,269.73 on staff retention efforts. The

resolution passed unanimously by roll call vote.

C. Business/Finance report

D. Set public hearing date for certified budget – moved by Johnston/Friel to set the public hearing on

the FY25 certified budget on April 22, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Adams Elementary board room with

unanimous approval by roll call vote.

At 7:57pm, it was moved by Johnston/Friel to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes - 2024.3.28

Minutes

March 28, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

4:15 PM Adams Elementary Board Room

CALL MEETING TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – Board President Kristen Lundstrom called the meeting to order at 4:15pm. Board members present: Jim Friel, Duane Horsley, Jill Johnston, Kristen Lundstrom, and Stacy McCaulley.

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to approve the agenda with unanimous approval.

CLOSED SESSION – Moved by Horsley/Friel to go to closed session at 4:16 pm under Iowa Code 21.5.1.c. to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSSION – The meeting returned to open session at 4:33pm.

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT, INCLUDING SEPARATION AGREEMENT, IN RELATION TO MATTERS IN LITIGATION – Moved by Horsley/McCaulley to resolve all issues in the litigation items discussed in closed session and as recommended by the District’s insurance carrier to include the mutual termination of the employee’s current contract. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote

At 4:34pm, it was moved by Horsley/Johnston to adjourn with unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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Minutes

March 4, 2024 Board Meeting

Carroll CSD

6:30 PM Adams Elementary

APPROVE AGENDA – Moved by Horsley/Johnston to approve the agenda with unanimous approval by roll call vote.

PERSONNEL REPORT – It was moved by Friel to act on each item listed on the personnel individually and McCaulley seconded the motion, unanimous approval.

RESIGNATION:

Mike Klemmensen wishes to resign from his head custodian position at CHS effective March 31st. Mike has worked for CCSD for one year. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to accept the resignation with unanimous approval by roll call vote.
Becky Boes wishes to resign from her National Honor Society sponsor position at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the resignation with 4-0 approval as Friel abstained.

RECOMMENDATION:

Casey Berlau is recommending Jennifer Dentlinger for the Transportation Director position. If approved Jennifer would receive a salary of $75,000 per year. She would receive 10 vacation days and 3 personal days per year. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the recommendation and the motion passed 4-1 with Friel voting against the motion.
The TLC Committee is recommending the following for Instructional Coach positions for 2024-2025: Ryan Simmelink for Fairview Elementary; Sandy Kluver for Adams Elementary and Special Education; Linsey Pick for Carroll Middle School and Kaitlynn Kaufman for Carroll High School. Moved by Johnston/Horsley to approve the recommendation and the motion passed 4-0 with Friel abstaining.

WORK SESSION – The board participated in a Board Development Workshop with Lou Ann Gvist from the Iowa Association of School Boards.

At 8:38pm, it was moved to adjourn by Johnston/Horsley, unanimous approval.

Respectfully Submitted,

/s/ Nicole L McCarville, Board Secretary

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