BATH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Board of Education – Regular Meeting

Dr. Therese M. Peterson Lecture Hall
Bath High School 

Monday, February 27, 2017
7:00 p.m.

MINUTES
I.	CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by President Sam Bachelor 7:00 p.m.	
II.	ROLL CALL
	Members present:		Mr. Sam Bachelor, Ms. Ann Chaffee, Ms. Stephanie Halfmann, Ms. Nancy Hawkins, Mr. Ken Krapohl, Mr. Blair Svendsen and Mr. Dean Sweet, Jr. 
				Declare quorum
	Members absent:		None 
	Staff present:		Mr. Jake Huffman, Superintendent; Mr. Matt Dodson, High School Principal; Ms. Lorenda Jonas, Middle School Principal; Ms. Lisa Roedel, Elementary School Principal; Mr. Doug Murphy, Technology Director, Mr. Jon Pechette, Business Manager, Ms. Caroline Maurer, Business Services Specialist, Mr. David Wright, Transportation Director, Ms. Shannon Proctor, Executive Assistant, Ms. Margie Sisson, Central Office Support

III.	APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
“Motion to approve agenda of the Regular Board of Education meeting being held on today’s date, Monday, February 27, 2017, as presented.”
Moved by Sweet, Seconded by Krapohl.  Vote 7-0.  Motion Passed.

IV.	Public Comment
Ms. Jen Azar, on behalf of the Cultural Professional Learning Communities, put out an invitation to the community and parents to volunteer to help at the June 6th elementary school field days (fill out an ICHAT one week in advance).  Ms. Azar also highlighted the leadership abilities of the Lighthouse team.  

V.	CONSENT AGENDA
The following items may be approved with one motion unless a Board member requests that an item or items be removed for separate action.
a.	Minutes of Special Meeting of December 19, 2016
b.	Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 9, 2017
c.	General Fund EFT transfers in the amount of $387,324.66
d.	General Fund bills payable in the amount of $297,002.31
 “Motion to adopt the consent agenda presented.”  
Moved by Sweet, Seconded by Svendsen. Vote: 7-0.  Motion Passed.

VI.	SPECIAL PRESENTATION – CTE PROGRAMMING (JENNIFER BRANCH-CCRESA)
Ms. Jennifer Branch, Career Education Director, thanked the board members and staff for their continued support and mentoring.  She distributed a chart of the Clinton County Local High Schools enrollment numbers (1,190), by program and by school. Also distributed was a breakdown of the 2016-17 Career Connections program offerings available to students in Clinton County.  Also, in the 2015-16 School Year: Bath Students earned 115 LCC credits, equalling $10,120 saved.  Ms. Branch also entertained questions regarding total numbers served and highlighted the Computer System Networking & Telecommunications course (taught by Gloria Bond at the high school). 
VII.	SPECIAL PRESENTATION – SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION
In addition to various cards, letters and posters, elementary school students also presented a YouTube video thank you to the Board Members.  Middle school drama students Ms. Emma Martinez (Princess Zena), Ms. Hannah Bradley (seamstress), Ms. Alayna Allen (seamstress) and Ms. Anne Mankey (Captain of the guard) did a short skit about the search for a missing princess for the Board members.  High school students signed a large banner that greeted the Board Members when they came into the room.
VIII.	SPECIAL PRESENTATION – SENIOR CLASS TRIP TO WILDERNESS RESORT (MATT DODSON/COLLIN BLEECH)
Mr. Dodson and Mr. Bleech outlined the proposed senior class trip to the Wisconsin Dells from start to finish, as noted on the itinerary provided to the Board members.  Approximately 40 students, 5 staff members, and a few parents will be going.  The scholarship option was discussed and it was noted that, in Mr. Bleech’s estimation, anyone that wanted to go on the trip was given the opportunity.  The Board members thanked Mr. Dodson and Mr. Bleech for presenting the information. 
    
IX.	REPORTS
a.	Board of Education
i.	Board Correspondence
Ms. Hawkins read a thank you note from Ms. Jonas as well as several of the students’ letters that were presented in appreciation of the Board members.
ii.	Extra-Curricular
The committee discussed a request by the Athletic Boosters to develop a vintage apparel design which would not change the design of the fighting bee.
iii.	Finance Committee
Mr. Sweet reported a discussion on the budget and that a budget freeze was put into effect February 1st.  Ms. Hawkins mentioned the fund equity status.  
iv.	Personnel Committee
Did not meet.
v.	Policy Committee
Did not meet.
vi.	Buildings and Grounds Committee
Discussed quotes and length of warranty for auditorium carpeting – 1 year (2 years more costly).  A quote is being obtained for new elementary school playground surfacing and for asbestos surveying districtwide. 

b. Superintendent’s Report
●	February Count Day – 1,128 students (no drop in count)
●	Grant Recipient for Water’s Cool at School – Ms. Grennell worked on the grant to receive bottle filling stations.  Also the staff and students in the elementary school will be receiving water bottles. 
●	March 29, 2017 County Board Meeting & Program at Agro-Liquid – Ms. Chaffee and Mr. Krapohl will attend (5:30 p.m.).
●	April 10, 2017 County Budget Meeting – Will be held at 5:45.
●	April 10, 2017 Evaluation Training – CCRESA obtained a grant for the training (aprox. One and half hours long)
●	April 21, 2017 Mid-Michigan Legislative Breakfast – Superintendent Huffman will reserve spots for 3-4 people
●	Buildings & Grounds to meet right after the meeting
●	The informational brochure for the bond proposal was discussed.  Ella Signs, a BHS students was the photographer and LifeTouch printed the brochures for free. 

X.	ACTION ITEMS
a.	Business
i.	Resolution Appointing Designated Representative to attend CCRESA Board Meeting on April 10, 2017
	“Motion to appoint Ken Krapohl as the designated representative to the CCRESA April 10, 2017 county-wide board meeting for the purpose of reviewing the 2017/2018 general fund operating budget of CCRESA, as presented.”
		Moved by Halfmann, Seconded by Svendsen.   AYE:  Hawkins, Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None.  NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.
ii.	Senior Trip to Wilderness Resort – Chris Rypstra Advisor
		“Motion to approve the Bath High School Senior Trip to Wilderness Resort, from March 23, 2017 to March 26, 2017, as presented.”
		Moved by Chaffee, Seconded by Halfmann.   AYE:  Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Hawkins, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None.  NAY: None. Vote 7-0. Motion passed.
XI.	COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ms. Sisson thanked the Board members for their service and commitment to the student.
XII.	COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
Mr. Krapohl mentioned Bath Spirit Week and the volleyball game between students and staff.  He said it was a great opportunity for students and staff to interact.  He also mentioned that BHS partnered with Laingsburg, in a cancer fundraising event and that it says a lot about the Bath community and the students.  Other Board members commented positively about the events.
Mr. Svendsen requested a review of our policy regarding our athletic trainer contracted position.  Superintendent Huffman will review the contract with Sparrow Hospital.

XIII.	CLOSED SESSION
The purpose of the closed session is to discuss student discipline as allowed under section 8(b) of the Open Meetings Act.
“Motion to move into closed session for the purpose of dealing with a student discipline issue pursuant to section 8(b) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act at 7:53 p.m. for the purpose of considering an expulsion.” 
Moved by Hawkins, Seconded by Halfmann.   AYE:  Halfmann, Hawkins, Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.
XIV.	OPEN SESSION
“Motion to return to open session 8:15 p.m..”
Moved by Krapohl, Seconded by Svendsen.   AYE:  Hawkins, Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.

XV.	DISCIPLINE RESOLUTION – EXHIBIT A (Student 2017-A)
 “Motion to not expel “Student 2017-A” with the stipulation that there be no more violations of the student handbook.” 
Moved by Halfmann, Seconded by Chaffee.   AYE:  Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Hawkins, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.

XVI.	CLOSED SESSION
The purpose of the closed session is to consider personnel evaluation as allowed under section 8(a) of the Open Meetings Act.
“Motion to move into closed session for the purpose of Superintendent’s Evaluation and Goal Setting, pursuant to section 8(a) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act at 8:18 p.m. 
Moved by Halfmann, Seconded by Krapohl.   AYE:  Halfmann, Hawkins, Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.

XVII.	OPEN SESSION
“Motion to return to open session at 9:01 p.m.”
Moved by Chaffee, Seconded by Sweet.   AYE:  Hawkins, Krapohl, Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.
XVIII.	ACTION ITEMS
b.	Personnel
i.  Motion to Extend Superintendent’s Contract
“Motion to extend the Superintendent’s contract for one year through June 30, 2021.”
Moved by Halfmann, Seconded by Svendsen.  AYE:  Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Hawkins, Krapohl, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.
XIX.	ADJOURNMENT
“Motion to adjourn at 9:05 p.m.”
Moved by Chaffee, Seconded by Halfmann.  AYE:  Svendsen, Sweet, Chaffee, Halfmann, Hawkins, Krapohl, Bachelor.  ABSENT: None. NAY: None. Vote 7-0.  Motion passed.
Respectfully submitted, 

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	Nancy Hawkins, Secretary		Margie Sisson, Recording Secretary