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Petoskey, MI 49770

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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES

July 12, 2010

Immediately following the 9:00 a.m. Organizational Meeting

Members Present: Bill Kanine, Mary Ling, Jack VanTreese, Jack Waldvogel

Members Absent: Tom Rellinger

CALL TO ORDER

President Kanine called the meeting to order at 9:17 a.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

President Kanine led the Pledge of Allegiance.

AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION

None

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

It was moved by Trustee Waldvogel and supported by Trustee Ling that the written minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 28, 2010 be approved as recorded.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

The motion was declared adopted.

APPROVAL OF WARRANTS

It was moved by Trustee Waldvogel and supported by Trustee VanTreese that the warrants paid, as submitted by the administration, be approved in the amount of $2,307.321.62.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

The motion was declared adopted.

RESOLUTION: CLOSED SESSION – STUDENT DISCIPLINE HEARING

It was moved by Trustee Waldvogel and supported by Trustee Ling to convene a closed session to deliberate upon student disciplinary issues as allowed in Section 8(b) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act.

Roll Call Vote:

Trustee Kanine Aye

Trustee Ling Aye

Trustee Rellinger Absent

Trustee VanTreese Aye

Trustee Waldvogel Aye

The motion was declared adopted. The Board commenced to closed session at 9:30 a.m.

The student disciplinary hearing was held.

It was moved by Trustee VanTreese and supported by Trustee Ling to return to open session.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

Motion declared adopted. The Board returned to open session at 9:48 a.m.

It was moved by Trustee Ling and supported by Trustee VanTreese to expel the subject student from the Public Schools of Petoskey for the 2010-11 school year. Said student may apply for reinstatement for the 2011-2012 school year provided the student meets the following reinstatement conditions:

The student shall regularly attend school and maintain a C average.
The student has no new involvement/trouble with the court system.
The student shall attend substance abuse counseling.
The student shall provide a report of counseling and counselor recommendations to the School Board prior to consideration of reinstatement.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

Motion declared adopted.

FIRST READING: POLICY 7113 PERSONAL CURRICULUM

MICHIGAN MERIT CURRICULUM

Dr. Scholten reported that due to some recent revisions in the legislature, Policy 7113 Personal Curriculum – Michigan Merit Curriculum is being recommended for addition to the District’s Board Policy manual. Dr. Scholten noted that this policy is still being reviewed by MASB and there may be a change or two by the second reading. There was discussion and Lynn Slanec provided further information regarding this policy.

RESOLUTION: AUDIT ENGAGEMENT LETTER

Mr. Cartwright handed out the Audit Engagement Letter and summarized the information. He reported that as part of an audit, the auditors typically issue an Engagement Letter, which spells out the responsibilities and expectations for each party. He noted that the District has been pleased with the services provided by Rehmann Robson and the fee remains the same as last year.

It was moved by Trustee VanTreese and supported by Trustee Ling to accept the Rehmann Robson’s Engagement Letter, dated July 1, 2010, for audit services covering the period July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

Motion declared adopted.

RESOLUTION: STAFF RECALL

Dr. Scholten noted that on June 28, 2010 the Board approved a resolution for District cost savings (reductions) for the 2010-11 school year. Since that time the administration has had the opportunity to review district staffing after considering the effects of the recent early retirement incentive. Based on reviewing certification, seniority and qualifications, the administration is hereby recommending the recall of the remaining one and one-half (1 ½) teachers previously laid off as per the attached resolution. (Attachment A) He further noted that exact placement has not yet been determined.

It was moved by Trustee Ling and supported by Trustee Waldvogel to accept the recommendation for recall of one and one-half (1 ½) teachers that were previously laid off as per the attached resolution. (Attachment A)

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

Motion declared adopted.

RESOLUTION: EARLY GRADUATION REQUEST

Dr. Scholten reported that Dominic Kolinske had requested early graduation after completion of the first semester of the 2010-11 school year. The request is made due to a desire to enlist in the United States Army. Mr. Kanine introduced Dominic to the Board and provided further details. Dominic also had a chance to speak to the Board.

It was moved by Trustee Waldvogel and supported by Trustee Ling that Dominic Kolinske be permitted to graduate from Petoskey High School after completing seven (7) semesters of high school attendance and provided that he has earned twenty-one (21) units of credit and satisfied all specific class requirements necessary to graduate.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

Motion declared adopted. The Board wished Dominic well on his future endeavors.

EDUCATIONAL REPORTS

Jim Kanine, Principal, Petoskey High School

PHS Attendance Policy

Mr. Kanine brought the Board up-to-date on the effectiveness of the current attendance policy. He noted that overall the policy seems to be working quite well, however it is time to rescind the incentive portion of the policy. The current incentive allows students that meet the attendance requirements to opt out of taking some exams. With the new graduation requirements taking effect for 2011 graduates, this incentive does not seem to be the way to go any longer. Mr. Kanine is not yet making a recommendation for a different incentive. He is in the process of gathering information and input from the school improvement team, students and parents.

The Board was supportive of Mr. Kanine’s decision. Dr. Scholten reported that no attendance policy will be perfect but commended the leadership at the high school for enforcement of the current policy throughout this past school year.

BOARD REPORTS

Mary Ling noted that the PEF Annual Golf Outing was held on the 8^th and was a success.

Trustee Waldvogel commended the accomplishments of 2010 Petoskey High School graduate, Joey Garber and asked if it would be possible to get him to a Board meeting for recognition.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Scholten reported the following:

· The annual meeting of the Northern Michigan Legislative Association will be in Traverse City on July 29^th. Please let him know if you are interested in attending.

· Steve Neal and the technology staff have been busy assembling and rebuilding computers for the District. They have about ½ built and 1/3 installed.

· The roof work and lighting projects are progressing well and should provide additional energy savings to the District.

· No bid was received for the house built by our students.

AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION

None

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, it was moved by Trustee Waldvogel and supported by Trustee VanTreese to adjourn.

AYES: Kanine, Ling, VanTreese, Waldvogel

NAYS: None

The motion was declared adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 a.m.

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William R. Kanine, President

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George (Jack) Waldvogel, Secretary

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Michelle M. Nichols, Recording Secretary