Board President Barbara Reid called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Tracy Meyer, Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Krista Pugh, Principal Pk-8/Curriculum Director and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Justin Trulson

 

Motioned by Kipp seconded by Gergen to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of Britney Holthaus – JH Volleyball/JH Girls Basketball, Andy Eibey – JH Football, Patrick Murphy – JH Football Asst/JH Boys Basketball, Anna Logsdon – Cheer, Lindsey Eibey – Study Hall Paraprofessional; all ayes.

 

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the minutes and bills as presented; all ayes.

 

Public Comment

Justin Trulson asked the Board to consider making a bus stop South of Main Street due to the change in traffic with the bridge being down and the number of small children that would have to cross the busy road.  The Board thanked Mr. Trulson for his comments.

 

Personnel

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the hire Derick Ludwig – 0 hour PE; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Molly Ludwig – 0 hour PE; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Britney Holthaus – JH Volleyball/JH Girls Basketball; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the hire of Andy Eibey- JH Football; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Patrick Murray – JH Football/JH Boys Basketball; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the hire of Anna Logsdon – Cheer Coach; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Lindsey Eibey – SH/E2020 Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Meyer to approve the resignation of Rachelle Mast – Summer Custodian; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Katie Duncan – Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation Liz Foelske of all coaching positions; all ayes.

 

New Business

Consider Press Box Sound – Tabled.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the purchase of 30 Apple Computers using REAP funds; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Meyer to approve the purchase of Classroom Furniture/Fixtures from Decker Equipment in the amount of $7,321.88 using LOST funds; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the increase of Official Pay as presented; all ayes.

 

Information

Principal Pugh informed the Board that the Summer School starts July 17^th and continues four weeks. 

The next meeting date will be August 14, 2023 at 6 p.m.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 6:30 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Barbara Reid, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Board President Barbara Reid called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Tracy Meyer, Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Krista Pugh, Principal Pk-8/Curriculum Director and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Motioned by Kipp seconded by Gergen to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of the hire of Carlie Rupe, Latchkey.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve the minutes and bills as presented; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Lincoln Lauen, Custodial; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Amber Stocks, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Kyan Kirkholm, Asst Girls Basketball; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Natalie Dirks, Paraprofessional; all ayes

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Brittney Hennessey, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the hire of Judy Eastman (.5) Lighthouse Coordinator; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of April Clubine (.5) Lighthouse Coordinator; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Carlie Rupe, Latchkey; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Rachelle Mast; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation of Eric Tompkins; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the Press Box Sound Systems from Primary Systems in the amount of $27,910; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve the purchase of a band trailer from Patten Equipment in the amount of $7,635 using Band Fundraised funds; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the bid from Kay Park Recreation in the amount of $7,977 for the Outdoor Courtyard Renovation; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the purchase of HUDL software programming in the amount of $8,000 with the Booster Club reimbursing for half; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney presented the 1^st Reading of the School Bus Seat Belt Policy.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the Resolution Approving Revenue Purpose Statement, ordering an Election on a Revenue Purpose Statement to Authorize Expenditures from Revenue Received the State Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund, and Ordering the Publication of a Notice of Election. Roll Call Taken: Barbara Reid - Aye., Tracy Meyer – Aye., Scott Kipp – Aye, Teresa Gergen – Aye, and Jodi Durnil – Aye. Motion Carried 5-0.

Superintendent Meaney discuss the recent law changes with book bans.  He also discussed bank interest rates and how that will benefit the school district. He gave a construction update and discussed Novembers upcoming School Board Election.  He presented the response to the busing concerns presented at July’s meeting.  The Gatorade games will be held Friday, August 18^th.

Principal Pugh discussed the New Teacher Orientation that was help and the positive feedback that was collected regarding it. 

The next meeting date will be September 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 6:45 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Barbara Reid, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Public Hearing - District Developed Service Delivery Plan - Special Education.

Public Comments – None.

Board President Barbara Reid called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Tracy Meyer, Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal.

Motioned by Kipp seconded by Meyer to approve the Consent Agenda; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the minutes and bills as presented; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Dalton Brinkman, Maintenance; all ayes. 

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen, to approve the hire of Laney Eibey, Latchkey; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Heather Howland, Transportation; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the resignation of AJ Steinlage; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the second reading of the School Bus Seat Belt Policy; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the Request for Allowable Growth and Supplemental State Aid for Negative Special Education Balance of $7,926.93; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney gave a report on the Certified Annual Report (CAR) which is due September 15^th.  He also informed the Board on the Special Education Delivery Plan and reminded the Board of the filing date for the upcoming School Board Election.

The next meeting date will be October 10, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to adjourn at 6:30 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Barbara Reid, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Board President Barbara Reid called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Tracy Meyer, Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Motioned by Kipp seconded by Durnil to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of Consider Scoreboard Proposal; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the minutes and bills as presented; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Billy Rouw, Summer Band; all ayes. 

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil, to approve the hire of Bill Rouw, Jazz Band (.063 Teaching); all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Katie Limyao, Summer Band; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Meyer to approve the resignation of Katie Limyao, Jazz Band; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the District Developed Delivery Plan Second Reading with no changes; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the Preschool and Latchkey Pricing Proposal to be effective 2^nd Semester; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the 1^st Reading of the Policy Primer 2023 Legislative Update Policies as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to approve the Irrigation Proposal from Green Image in the amount of $25,565 as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Meyer to approve the Scoreboard Proposal for the Shelly Gym from H2I Group as presented; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney discussed Homecoming Activities and informed the Board that the Administrative Retreat will be held the first week of November.  Election day is November 7^th and discussed Early Retirement possibility for 2024.  He indicated that Certified Enrollment is down a bit for 2024.

The next meeting date will be November 13, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to adjourn at 6:25 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Barbara Reid, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Superintendent Meaney presented Board President Barbara Reid a plaque recognizing 20 years of service to Janesville CSD Board of Directors and thanked her for her service.  Megan Cheeseman presented cards and messages from students thanking Director Reid.

Board President Barbara Reid called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Tracy Meyer, Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Krista Pugh and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Megan Cheeseman, Heather Howland, Anne Graham and Christy Ryken.

Motioned by Kipp seconded by Meyer to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of Consider Shoot-A-Way machine proposal; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the minutes and bills as presented; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve Mike Ryken, JH BB Volunteer; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Kendall Thompson, Latchkey; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Susan Gilbert, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Brianna Walderbach, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Natalie Dirks, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the 2^nd reading of Legislative Update Board Policies as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Gergen to approve the contribution of $7,500 LOST funds to go towards the purchase of new Timpani Drums for the Band Program; all ayes.

Principal Pugh and Instructional Coaches Heather Howland and Anne Graham presented to the Board the School Performance Data and what that means to the district.  Principal Pugh indicated that they will be presenting monthly reports to the Board on progress. They explained Leader in Me schools focuses on everyone can be a leader and that everyone has gifts. They have been focusing on culture with physical environment updates.  The mission statement is in every hallway, alumni board and senior leadership display and murals that display the 7 habits. Several events to showcase leadership are Donuts with Grownups, students played games with nursing home residents and hosted a middle school Janesville Fire Department meal.

Principal Pugh informed the Board that April 25^th will be Janesville Lighthouse certification testing.

Superintendent Meaney presented the 1^st Reading of the Fall Updates Policy Updates.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve the move of the unused balances from old Activity Accounts of Boys Track, DECA, Fishing, Garden Club, Girls Track and JH Track to the Athletic Fund; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the Early Retirement Proposal as presented for FY 23-24; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Meyer to approve the motion that the Board of Directors of the Janesville Consolidated School District approve the application to the School Budget Review Committee in the amount of $2,402.77 for special education administration costs associated with the River Hills Consortium program for the 2024-2025 school year.  Roll Call: Reid -Aye, Gergen – Aye., Kipp – Aye., Meyer – Aye., Durnil – Aye. Motion Carried.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to approve the quote for a Shoot-A-Way basketball machine paid for by the Girl’s and Boys’ Basketball Programs in the amount of $6,580; all ayes.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Kipp to approve the contribution of $8,000 LOST funds to the elementary playground equipment fundraising project for a Spider Climber; all ayes.

Tracy Meyer volunteered to be a Conference Board School Board Representative for Bremer County.

The next meeting date will be December 11, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 7:25 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Barbara Reid, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Janesville Consolidated School District
December 15, 2023
Board Meeting 6 p.m.
Media Center

 

Organization of the Board

Board Secretary/Treasurer Kelly Zahrt called the Organizational Meeting of the Board to order at 6 p.m.

Roll Call: Scott Kipp-Aye, Tracy Meyer-Aye, Teresa Gergen-Aye, Jodi Durnil-Aye.

Motioned by Meyer, seconded by Durnil to approve November Minutes as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve Tracy Meyer as President of Board of Directors; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve Scott Kipp as Vice President of Board of Directors; all ayes.

Board Meeting will continue to be the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Media Center.

Public Comments: None.

Meeting of New Board

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp.  Virtual: Teresa Gergen, Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Krista Pugh and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Heather Howland, Special Education Coordinator/Instructional Coach. Virtual: Derick Ludwig.

Board Secretary/Treasurer Kelly Zahrt administered the Oath of Office to Christy Ryken.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Minutes and Financials; all ayes.

Public Comments: None.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve Kim Cavalier – Musical; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Niki Bergen – Musical; all ayes.

Principal Pugh presented the School Performance Data.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve 2^nd Reading of 2023 Fall Policy Primer/Board Policies 401.01 Equal Opportunity, 503.01 Student Conduct, 503.01R1- Student Suspension, 503.02 -Expulsion, 503.08R1 – Student Threats of Violence and Incidents of Violence Regulation, 605.3R1 – Reconsideration of Instructional and Library Materials Regulation, 701.05R1 – Financial Metrics; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the Annual Resolution Indicating District Financial Depositories as follows: “For the 23-24 school year, Janesville Consolidated School will utilize the following depository institutions, Fidelity Bank and Trust.  The maximum deposit amounts will be set at $6,000,000; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the district’s administration is authorized to submit a request to the School Budget Review Committee for a modified supplemental amount of $62,166 due to Current Year Open Enrollment Out Not on Prior Year Count.  Roll Call Taken: Tracy Meyer– Aye, Teresa Gergen – Aye, Jodi Durnil – Aye, Scott Kipp – Aye, Christy Ryken – Aye. Motion Carried 5-0.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the district’s administration is authorized to submit a request to the School Budget Review Committee for a modified supplemental amount of $128,321 for At Risk and Drop Out Prevention for 2024-2025.  Roll Call Taken: Tracy Meyer– Aye, Teresa Gergen – Aye, Jodi Durnil – Aye, Scott Kipp – Aye, Christy Ryken – Aye. Motion Carried 5-0.

Assign Reconsideration Committee – Tabled.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the Early Graduation Applications of Lonnie Wolf and Alayna Wagner as presented; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney discussed trying to hire a PE Teacher.  He discussed wrestling options also.  He informed the Board of high sickness numbers throughout the school and discussed options if the numbers grew too large.

Principal Pugh presented Lighthouse activities coming up including Leadership Assembly, Donuts and Grownups, Bus Driver Recognition and High School Winter Formal.

The next meeting date will be January 8^th at 6:30 p.m.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to adjourn at 7:25 p.m.; all ayes.

 

 

____________________________________
Tracy Meyer, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Janesville Consolidated School District
January 8, 2024
Board Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Media Center

 

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp, Teresa Gergen and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Krista Pugh and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Micah Monroe, Patrick Eastman, Carl Limyao and Meridith Sandlin.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by to Ryken to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Minutes and Financials with the addition of consider the hire of Robyn Sorge, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Public Comments: None.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Ryken to approve Robyn Sorge – Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve Krista Pugh, 0 Hour Strength and Conditioning; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve BJ Meaney, 0 Hour Strength and Conditioning; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to approve Billy Rouw, 1.0 FTE 2^nd Semester Band Teacher for FY 2023-2024; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the Early Retirement Resignation of Deb Hanson, Teacher as presented; all ayes.

Patrick Eastman presented to the Board interest in developing a Wrestling Program at Janesville CSD.  He discussed significant student interest in this program and asked the Board for their support. 

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to approve a 7-12 Wrestling Program for the 2024-2025 season; all ayes.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Kipp to approve separating good conduct policy from the academic policy and the proposed updates to academic eligibility as presented; all ayes.

Elementary Principal/Curriculum Director Pugh reviewed the performance data report card with the Board of Directors.

Superintendent Meaney asked the Board for recommendations for the Reconsideration Committee.  The Board assigned Bea Walker, BJ Meaney, Krista Pugh and Meridith Sandlin.

Superintendent Meaney informed the Board that valuations were up significantly.

Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Pugh outlinef upcoming Lighthouse events including dances, referee helpers, and donuts for grownups.

The next meeting date will be February 12^th at 6 p.m.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to adjourn at 7:50 p.m.; all ayes.

 

____________________________________
Tracy Meyer, Board President

 

 

___________________________________
Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary

**These minutes are unofficial until approved at the next board meeting.

 

Janesville Consolidated School District
February 12, 2024
Board Meeting 5:30 p.m.
Media Center

 

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp, Teresa Gergen and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Krista Pugh and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Rachel Phillips, Becky and Jamie Kibbee, Katie Lashbrook, Justin Buseman.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by to Gergen to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Minutes and Financials; all ayes.

Public Comments: None.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve Jared Hoodjer, Assistant Baseball; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve Nick Hogan, PE Teacher 1.25 FTE; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Brad Trees, Assistant Baseball; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve Anna Logsdon, Separation Agreement as presented; all ayes.

New Business

• Superintendent Meaney asked the Board to set a date for Public Hearings for Property Tax and Budget.  Dates were set as March 18^th at 6 p.m. Property Tax Hearing, April 18^th at 6 p.m. Budget Hearing.
• Superintendent Meaney presented the 24-25 School Calendar.
• Principal Pugh presented School Improvement Information and discussed class size with the Board.
• Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve Central Iowa Distributing quote for Gym Floor Recoat in the amount of $10,780 LOST funds; all ayes.
• Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve Computer Information Systems software renewal (Infinite Campus) in the amount of $8,988 PPEL funds; all ayes.
• Superintendent Meaney discussed Janesville’s new wrestling program and some issues that have arose.  Parents of existing wrestlers participating in Waverly-Shell Rock’s wrestling program voiced concerns regarding their students having to wrestle for Janesville with unknown program results their final years of high school.  Meaney indicated that he reached out to the athletic association to learn about an appeal process and informed the Board and parents what that process would look like.

The next meeting date will be March 18^th at 6 p.m.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 6:50 p.m.; all ayes.

 

Janesville Consolidated School District

March 18, 2024

Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Media Center

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil and Scott Kipp, Teresa Gergen and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Elementary Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Krista Pugh and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by to Durnil to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Minutes and Financials; all ayes.

Public Comments: None.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Riley Hamilton, HS Social Studies; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Britney Holthaus, JH Softball Coach; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the hire of Brandon Powers, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Laura Pashby, Custodian; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Joel Holst, Co-Head Baseball Coach; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation of Britney Holthaus, JH Girls’ Basketball Coach; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the resignation of Robyn Sorge, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation of Lincoln Lauen, Custodian; all ayes.

New Business

• Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the refrigeration and freezer bids from Wilson True Mfg. in the amount approximately $18,000; all ayes.

• Superintendent Meaney presented the 24-25 Budget and discussed the Proposed Property Tax Statement that residents will be receiving.

• Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the Royal Turf bid in the amount of $9,806.73 using PPEL funds; all ayes.

• Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Gergen to approve the 24-25 School Calendar as presented; all ayes.

• Principal Pugh presented School Improvement including ISASP testing and ACT Results.

Principal Pugh discussed Leader in Me’s April 25th upcoming review.

Next Meeting Date:

• Proposed Property Tax Hearing April 4th at 6 p.m.

• Budget Hearing April 18th at 6 p.m.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 8:00 p.m.; all ayes.

Janesville Consolidated School District

April 4, 2024

Special Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Media Center

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil and Teresa Gergen and Christy Ryken.  Absent: Scott Kipp.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by to Durnil to go into Public Hearing for Proposed Property Tax for FY25; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Gergen to come out of Public Hearing; all ayes.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Durnil to adjourn at 6:10 p.m.; all ayes.

Janesville Consolidated School District

April 18, 2024

Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Media Center

Budget Hearing

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Budget Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil, Teresa Gergen, Scott Kipp and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Allison Fisher, Megan Cheeseman

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by to Durnil to go into Budget Public Hearing for FY25; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Kipp to come out of Public Hearing; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the 2024-2025 Budget as presented with a tax rate of $14.33; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to adjourn at 6:05 p.m.; all ayes.

 

Regular Meeting

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil, Teresa Gergen, Scott Kipp and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Allison Fisher, Megan Cheeseman

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Bills and Minutes; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Lori Pendergrass, Elementary Teacher for FY25; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Bailey Walsh, Elementary Teacher for FY25; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve James Santee, Volunteer Baseball; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation of Lindsey Fonkert, Preschool; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen seconded by Durnil to approve the purchase of a 2024 Gator $11,200 and accessory $5,260 using LOST funds; all ayes.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to approve navigating to Let’s Go Bound Proposal; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the Graduating Class of 2024 as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the resolution that the Board of Directors of Janesville Consolidated School District, will levy property taxes for fiscal year 2024-2025 for the regular budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the purchase of Power Lift Pro Plate Load Uni/Bi Lateral Leg Press for $11,443 and High Rotation Attachment $435 using LOST funds; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the Amended Salary Schedule as presented; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the renewal of Edgenuity in the amount of $11,289.12; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney indicated that ISAP testing is wrapped up and ACT testing will start next week.

Next meeting date is May 19th at 2:30 p.m.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to adjourn at 6:45 p.m.; all ayes.

Janesville Consolidated School District

April 30, 2024

Special Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Media Center

 

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil, Scott Kipp and Christy Ryken.  Director Teresa Gergen was absent.  Also present were BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Barb Reid.

Also Present: Steve Weidner, Katie Johnson, Rylee Johnson, Ryan Johnson, Shiela McCormick, Casey Giraud, Taylor Cross.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to approve the agenda; all ayes.  Gergen – absent.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Ryken to approve Barb Reid as acting Board Secretary for this meeting; all ayes.  Gergen – absent. 

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to go into closed session as per Iowa Code 21.5(e).  Roll Call Vote:  Meyer – aye; Kipp – aye; Durnil – aye; Ryken – aye.  Gergen – absent.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to come out of closed session.  Roll Call Vote:  Meyer – aye; Kipp – aye; Durnil – aye; Ryken – aye.  Gergen – absent.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil that, based upon the evidence in the hearing just concluded, the student who was the subject of the hearing be expelled for a period of one year from tonight and that the student and his parents appear before the Board at the end of that year to tell the Board of the student’s progress to justify re-entry.  Roll Call Vote:  Meyer – aye; Kipp – aye; Durnil – aye; Ryken – aye.  Gergen – absent.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Durnil to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 p.m.; all ayes.  Gergen – absent.

Janesville Consolidated School District

May 15, 2024

Special Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

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Board President Tracy Meyer called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Present were Directors Jodi Durnil, Teresa Gergen, Scott Kipp and Christy Ryken.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Also Present: Steve Weidner, Tim Luce, Ray Walton, Taylor Cross, Zayden Clinton, Alexis Thompson, Brad Clinton, Pam Clinton, Carter Thompson, Lincoln Thompson, George Thompson, Rev. Jamie Lynn Thompson, Josh Thompson.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by to Gergen to go into Closed Session for Student Discipline per Iowa Code 21.5E.  

Roll Call: Meyer-Aye, Kipp-Aye, Durnil-Aye, Ryken-Aye, Gergen-Aye.  Motion Carried.

The Board came out of Closed Session at 9:23 p.m.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil that the Board of Directors of the Janesville Consolidated School District agrees with the Proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law with the addition of 7) Board received and considered exhibits A-E as provided by student’s legal representation and expelled the student for the remainder of the 2023-2024 school year with re-entry to the school system for 2024-2025 school year.  Roll Call: Meyer-Aye, Kipp-Aye, Durnil-Aye, Ryken-Aye, Gergen-Aye.  Motion Carried.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Ryken to adjourn at 9:24 p.m.  Roll Call: Meyer-Aye, Kipp-Aye, Durnil-Aye, Ryken-Aye, Gergen-Aye.  Motion Carried.

Janesville Consolidated School District

May 19, 2024

Board Meeting 2:30 p.m.

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School Board Appreciation

Regular Board Meeting

Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 2:30 p.m.  Present were Directors Teresa Gergen, Scott Kipp and Christy Ryken. Absent: Jodi Durnil.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal, Krista Pugh, K-8 Principal/Curriculum Coordinator and Kelly Zahrt, Board Secretary/Treasurer.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Bills and Minutes; all ayes.

Public Comment: None.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Lauren Meaney, Custodian; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the hire of Abi Foelske, Custodian; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to approve the hire of Cindy Dobbs, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Shylo Patterson, Preschool Teacher; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the hire of Bri Walderbach; Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Ryken to approve the resignation of April Muller, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the resignation of Susan Gilbert, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Gergen to approve the resignation of Brittany Hennesy, Paraprofessional; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Ryken to approve the resignation of Natalie Hamil, Art Teacher; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Kipp to approve the resignation of Shiela McCormick, Special Education Teacher; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to approve the inventory rescan service from Asset Services in the amount of $4,625; all ayes.

Superintendent Meaney congratulated Girls and Boys Track on their state track participation.

Principal Pugh informed the Board of end of the year activities. Grandparent’s Day is Thursday and Track and Field day is Friday.  End of the Year Assembly is Tuesday with dismissal at 11:30 p.m. with sack lunch available.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Ryken to adjourn at 2:48 p.m.; all ayes.

Janesville Consolidated School District

June 10, 2024

Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

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Board President Tracy Meyer called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:58 p.m.  Present were Directors Teresa Gergen, Jodi Durnil and Christy Ryken.  Director Scott Kipp attended via Skype.  Also present was BJ Meaney, Superintendent/High School Principal and Barb Reid, temporary Board Secretary.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of Bills and Minutes; all ayes.

Public Comment:  None

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Ryken to approve the hire of Liz Foelske, .5 FTE Football Cheer Coach; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the 50/50 teacher sharing agreement of Billy Rouw, Band Teacher, with Tripoli School District; all ayes.

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Durnil, to approve the hire of Christian Darnold, Special Education Teacher; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the resignation of Molly Ludwig, Track Coach; all ayes.

New Business

Motioned by Ryken, seconded by Kipp to approve substitute rates for the 2024-2025 school year at $140 per day; all ayes.

Motioned by Kipp, seconded by Gergen to approve the purchase of 230 HP Chromebook computers with licenses and warranties from Trafera in the amount of $69,230; all ayes. 

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve the purchase of two Yamaha CLP745B digital pianos from West Music in the amount of $6,459.98; all ayes.

Motioned by Gergen, seconded by Durnil to approve a three-year subscription agreement with Turf Tank Pro for line painting, to be split 2/3 – 1/3 with Waverly-Shell Rock.  Janesville’s portion will be $5,000 per year plus initial setup fee of $567; all ayes.

Superintendent Information:

Superintendent Meaney informed the Board of preschool room water issues, art teacher plans for 2024-2025, insurance increases and year-end financials due 6/30/2024.

The next meeting date will be July 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Motioned by Durnil, seconded by Gergen to adjourn at 6:32 p.m.; all ayes.