FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, July 19, 2021
Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Debi Plum, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, and Frank Broz. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber.                                      
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the agenda as presented. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                  
2.    Approval of Consent Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.    Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
3.     Old Business-none                                            
4.     Public Participation-none
5.     Board Committee Update Reports- Policy, Facilities, Tech, Work Session, Handbook, Curriculum, Education Foundation, Before & After School.  
6.     Administrative Reports The board stated that they will not fund the Leader in Me after the 2021-22 school year due to the expense of $30,000+ per year.
7.      New Business
   
   1. RSAI Legislative Priorities
   2. Approve the quote for Bridges Math Intervention and Professional Development. Kelly Scott moved to approve the Bridges Math Intervention quote in the amount of $5, 971.80 and Professional Development of $2,200.00 totaling $8,171.80. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).      
   3. Accept the list of TLC Contracts for Lab Teachers. Kelly Scott moved to approve the following list of TLC Lab Teachers. They will receive a stipend of $3,600.00 (+FIC/IPERS $4215.00). They are as listed; Jennifer Christensen, Julie Rayburn, Rebecca Thompson, Molly Mosinski, Shawn Dorman, Michelle Higgins, Jamie Reifsteck, Hillary Juran, DeeDee Lehigh, Shawn Klehm, Fred Hucke, and Kala Miller. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   4. Accept the list of TLC Contracts for full release Instructional Coaches. Tim Bower moved to amend the list of TLC contracts to include Tina Breen. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6). Tim Bower moved to accept the TLC contracts for full release Instructional Coaches, they will receive a stipend of $12,811.00 (+FICA/IPERS $15,000.00) paid out of the TLC funding source. The list is as follows; Lani Boyd, Deirdre Bachar, Christina Freeman, Scott Munford and Tina Breen. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried. All ayes (6).
   5. Accept the 2021/2022 Curriculum Cycle. Kelly Scott moved to approve the 2021-22 Curriculum Cycle. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                 
   6. Approve the TQ Committee list for the 2021-2022 school year. Tim Bower moved to approve the following list of teachers for the TQ Committee for the 2021-2022 school year. The teachers will each receive a stipend of $700.00 per the Master Contract Schedule B. They are as follows: Julie Rayburn, Susie Nelson, Robin Wendland and David Kraemer. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                  
   7. Approve the list of supplemental contracts for 2021-2022. Kelly Scott moved to approve the attached list of supplemental contracts for 2021-2022. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                          
   8. Approve the 2021-2022 Leader in Me contract for Pence and the Middle School. Tim Bower moved to approve the 2021-22 Leader in Me Contract for Pence and the Fairfield Middle School. This will be paid using ESSER II funds. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   9. Approve the 2021-2022 Leader in Me contract for Washington Elementary. Debi Plum moved to approve the 2021-2022 Leader in Me Contract for Washington Elementary. This will be paid using ESSERII fund. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                      
   10. Approve Quote 3167 for the High School Camera System. Kelly Scott moved to approve the quote #3167 for the High School camera system (65) to be installed by SIT in the amount of $44,975.72 to be paid using SAVE funds. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                           
   11. Approve Quote 3168 for 2 additional cameras for Transportation and 1 additional camera for the Middle School. Kelly Scott moved to approve quote #3168 for 2 additional cameras for Transportation and 1 additional camera for the Middle School to be installed by SIT in the amount of $2,056.98, to be paid using SAVE funds. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   12. Approve the resolution ordering an election on the Issuance of a $34,000,000 General Obligation School Bonds. Tim Bower moved to approve the resolution ordering an Election on the Issuance of $34,000,000 General Obligation School Bonds. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   13. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 900 Principles and Objectives for Community Relations, 900.1 Board Community Relations, 901 Public Examination of School District Records, News Media Relations, News Conferences and Interviews, News Releases, Live Broadcast or Recording, School-Community Groups, Community Resource Persons and Volunteers, 903.3 Visitors to School District Buildings and Sites, 903.4 Public Conduct on School Premises, 903.5 Distribution of Materials. John McKerley moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
8.    President         
   1. 1. Highlights

8.    Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 7:39 p.m. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

Exempt Session Agenda

1. Exempt Session as permitted by Iowa Code Section 21.9 is a meeting to discuss strategy concerning employment conditions of employees of a governmental body who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement under Iowa Code chapter 20.

 

____________________________________                  _____________________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                              Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting and Work Session- Monday 07/26/21 6:30 p.m.

Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board Vice President Frank Broz at 6:32 p.m. Board members present were: Debi Plum, Frank Broz, Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott and John McKerley. Absent-Tim Bower and Christi Welsh.
2. Accept the TLC Lab Teachers for the 2021-22 school year John McKerley moved to approve the list of TLC Lab Teachers for the 2021-2022 school year. They will receive a stipend of $3,600(+421.52 FICA/IPERS totaling $4021.52). Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
3. Accept the TLC Mentoring Coach Contract for the 2021-22 school year. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve Tena Edlin as the Mentoring Coach for the TLC contract for the 2021-22 school year. She will a stipend of $12,811 (+FICA/IPERS $15,000). Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
4. Approve Certified Hires. Debi Plum moved to approve the list of certified new hires. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
5. Approve Paraeducators salaries Kelly Scott moved approve the list of paraeducators’ salaries. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Kelly Scott moved approve the full list of paraeducators’ salaries. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
6. Approve Directors salaries Debi Plum moved to approve the director’s salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
7. Approve Professional Services salaries. Debi Plum moved to approve the professional services’ salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
8. Approve Secretaries salaries. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the secretaries’ salaries as listed. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
9. Approve Food Service salaries Kelly Scott moved to approve the food service salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
10. Approve After School Program Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the after-school program salaries as listed.  Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
11. Approve Administrative salaries Kelly Scott moved to approve the administrative salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
12. Approve Maintenance/Custodial staff salaries. Kelly Scott moved to approve the Maintenance/Custodial Staff salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
13. Approve Bus Drivers salaries Kelly Scott moved to approve the bus drivers’ salaries as listed. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
14. Approve Subs salaries Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the substitutes’ salaries as listed. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
15. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn the special meeting at 7:19 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).           

 

Work session commenced at 7:19 p.m. and was brought to order by Frank Broz.

Attending: Debi Plum, Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, and Frank Broz. Absent- Christi Welsh, Tim Bower.

Work Session Minutes

1. District Needs Assessment Discussion of survey data, newspaper, yearbook, Facebook pages and Twitter accounts.       
2. Return to Learn

 

 

________________________________                        ____________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, August 16, 2021
Public Hearing and Regular Board Meeting@ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

Fairfield CSD held a public hearing for the 2021-2022 Return to Learn Plan and ESSER III funds.

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, and Frank Broz. Absent- Debi Plum, John McKerley.
2. Public Hearing to consider suggestions on the proposed Fairfield School Return to Learn Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The Return to Learn plan is posted on the website on the district page.      
3. Public Hearing to consider suggestions on FCSD use of ESSER III funds. Summer school 2021 and 2022 to address 20% learning loss.                     
4. Adjourn Frank Broz moved to adjourn the Public Hearing at 6:52 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:52 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, and Frank Broz. Absent- Debi Plum, John McKerley.                                                
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Kelly Scott moved to amend the agenda to include additional open enrollment and volunteer coaches. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Kelly Scott moved to approve the agenda as amended. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).                                       
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Kelly Scott moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).                                                            
2.     Old Business None    
3.    Public Participation None
4.     Student Report-Caroline VanPelt, Xavier Kessel and Kristen McCready-Washington, DC trip.
5.     Board Committee Update Reports- Tech, Work Session.
6.     Administrative Reports                                                                                   
7.    New Business
   
   1. Approve the Return to Learn Plan for the 2021-22 school year. Frank Broz moved to approve the Return to Learn plan for the 2021-2022 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).     
   2. Approve the ESSER III plans. Kelly Scott moved to approve the ESSER III plan. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).                                                                  
   3. Approve the list of items to be sent to auction. Frank Broz moved to approve the listed items to go to auction. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried: all ayes (5).                             
   4. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 403.3E1 Hepatitis B Vaccine Information and Record. Frank Broz moved to approve the board policy at the first reading. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).    
   5. Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 900 Principles and Objectives for Community Relations, 900.1 Board Community Relations, 901 Public Examination of School District Records, 902.1 News Media Relations, 902.2 News Conferences and Interviews, 902.3 News Releases, 902.4 Live Broadcast or Recording, 903.1 School-Community Groups, 903.2 Community Resource Persons and Volunteers, 903.3 Visitors to School District Buildings and Sites, 903.4 Public Conduct on School Premises, 903.5 Distribution of Materials. Frank Broz moved to approve the board policies at the second reading. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).        
8.    President      
   1. 1. Highlights  

8.     Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).

 

 

___________________________________                         _________________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                              Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Work Session-Monday 08/30/2021, 6:30 p.m.

Work Session Minutes

Work session commenced at 6:340 p.m. and was brought to order by Christi Welsh.

Attending: Christi Welsh, Debi Plum, Tim Bower, Frank Broz, Kelly Scott and John McKerley.  Margo VonStrohuber was absent.

1. Zoom protocol for monthly Board Meeting Working on audio in conference room for board meetings. Will continue using Zoom to allow the public to join.
2. Start of year update Discussed how the start of the school year went for the various departments.
3. Bond Update
4. Policy 303.4 Administrator Salary and Other Compensation SAI dues for administrators.
5. Board Member Election discussion

The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m.

 

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Special Meeting
Friday 9/03/2021
12:00 p.m.

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 12:03 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Debi Plum, Margo VonStrohuber, and John McKerley. Absent-Tim Bower, Frank Broz and Kelly Scott.
2. Bus Transportation-Approving Lease Purchase Agreement between BB Community Leasing Service, Inc. as the Lessor, and Fairfield Community School District, as Lessee.

Discussion about documents- Iowa State Bank will buy lease back, they gave the district a great rate and this will keep the funds local. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the Resolution Authorizing Approval of the Lease Purchase Agreement between BB Community Leasing Services, Inc., as Lessor, and Fairfield Community School District, as Lessee. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).

3. Adjourn John McKerley moved to adjourn at 12:14 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4). 

 

 

__________________________________                   ___________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, September 20, 2021
Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Frank Broz, Margo VonStrohuber and Debi Plum.                                                   
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Frank Broz moved to approve the agenda as presented. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                          
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Debi moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                                                  
2. Old Business None                            
3.  Public Participation Several citizens stepped forward to discuss the mask mandate.
4.  Public Speaker- Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy-Angie Pohren on SRO. Healthy relationships.
5.  Student Report-Sara McAvan
6. Board Committee Update Reports- Policy, Tech, Work Session, Curriculum, Education Foundation, Before & After School
7. Administrative Reports                                                                                              
8. New Business
   1. 1. 1. Approve FFA trip to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kelly Scott moved to approve ten FFA members along with advisor Courtney Burkhalter and two chaperones to attend the National FFA conference in Indianapolis on October 27-29. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                 
         2. Approve the Elementary Student Handbook for the 2021-2022 School Year. Frank Broz moved to approve the Elementary handbook for the 21-22 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).    
         3. Approve updates to the 2021-2022 Return to Learn Plan.  Debi Plum moved to approve the updates to the 2021-2022 Return to Learn Plan. Frank Broz seconded. Frank Broz moved to amend the recommendation to state that masks or face coverings will be required when the CDC guidance for Jefferson County states that everyone should wear a mask in public indoor settings. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried to amend the Return to Learn plan; all ayes (7). Kelly Scott moved to amend the amended Return to Learn recommendation to include that the vaccinations are strongly recommended by the CDC, not the Fairfield Community School District. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7). The vote to approve the amended motions and new guidance for the Return to Learn plan to include that masks or face coverings will be required when the CDC guidance for Jefferson County states that everyone should wear a mask in public indoor settings and vaccinations are strongly recommended by the CDC, not the Fairfield Community School District. Motion carried; ayes (4) Frank Broz, Margo VonStrohuber, John McKerley and Debi Plum, nays (3) Kelly Scott, Tim Bower and Christi Welsh.                                
         4. Approve two long-term substitute teacher as floating substitute teachers for all buildings. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve two long term substitute teacher positions as floating substitute teachers for all buildings at a rate of $176.20 per day with insurance. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
         5. Approve request for allowable growth for the special education growth. Tim Bower moved to approve allowable growth for the special education deficit in the amount of $385,800.91. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                      
         6. Approve the bid for the purchase of one Chevrolet Suburban. Kelly Scott moved to approve the bid from Fesler Auto Mall for one suburban at the bid price of $42,836.00.  John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).  
         7. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 104 Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy, 903.5R1 Distribution of Materials Regulation, 904.2 Advertising and Promotion, 904.4 Money Raising Activities in the Schools. Kelly Scott moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).         
         8. Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 403.3E1 Hepatitis B Vaccine Information and Record. Debi Plum moved to approve the board policies at the second reading. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
9. President

1. Highlights  

10. Adjourn Frank Broz moved to adjourn at 9:35 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

 

____________________________________                  _____________________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                              Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Special Meeting
Tuesday 9/21/2021
6:30 p.m.

Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 6:32 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Tim Bower, Frank Broz and Kelly Scott. Absent-Debi Plum and John McKerley.
2. Open Enrollment Out Approval-Amethyst Phelps 8^th, Clayton Ridge Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the open enrollment. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion did not carry; all nays (5).
3. Approve the bid for fencing around Pence Elementary Tim Bowers moved to approve the bid from Harbison Fencing, LLC. For $24,850.00. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
4. Adjourn Frank Broz moved to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).  

 

 

_________________________________                        ____________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                               Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St., Fairfield, IA
Work Session, Monday 09/27/2021, 6:30 p.m.

Work Session Minutes

Work session began at 6:30 p.m. Attending: Debi Plum, Christi Welsh, Frank Broz, Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, John McKerley and Margo VonStrohuber.

1. IASB November Conference Attendance discussion and presentations.
2. Next steps for bond Discussed the bond process.
3. FCSD Updates Masks requirement, early retirement, board candidate forum, early voting.

The work session concluded at 9:30 p.m.

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Special Meeting
Monday, October 04, 2021
12:00 p.m.

Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 12:06 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Tim Bower, Debi Plum. Absent- Frank Broz, Kelly Scott and John McKerley.
2. Johnson Controls approval to use ESSER funds Tim Bower moved to approve Johnson Controls to use ESSER funds as follows; Johnson Controls is trying to honor the pricing that was in place before September 30, 2021 at an amount of $690,000.00, if that cannot be honored the pricing after September 30, 2021, is an amount of $710,253.00. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
3. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 12:12 p.m. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).           

 

 

 

_______________________________                             ________________________________
                  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                          Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, October 18, 2021
Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.   Board Members present were: John McKerley, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Frank Broz and Margo VonStrohuber. Absent Kelly Scott and Debi Plum.                    
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the agenda as presented. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).  Tim Bower moved to amend the agenda to include an additional open enrollment, to retract a coach resignation and announce the student speaker. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda. Frank Broz seconded. The motion carried; all ayes (5).
2. Old Business None                           
3. Public Participation Travis Mondia-Student support, Carrie Simons-suicide and bullying, Jessica Malloy-bullying, Joseph Perna-use of ESSER funds, Mike Farr-Suicide support, Delaney Mondia-mental health and assignments,
4.  Student Report-Tess Paton-applying for college, recycle program at the high school.

Board President Christi Welsh called a five-minute break at 7:16 p.m.

The board meeting reconvened at 7:22 p.m.

5. Board Committee Update Reports- Policy, Tech, Work Session, Curriculum, Education Foundation, Before & After School, October is Appreciation month for the Admin.

6. Administrative Reports                                                                                  
7. New Business
   
   1. Approve the list of mentors for the 2021-22 school year. Tim Bower moved to approve the following list of mentors for the 2021-22 school year to include a stipend of $2,000.00: Orfa Foss, Jerrod Belzer, Carleigh Roberts, Alex Rebling, Annie Ehlts, Nicole Spalla, Megan Hines, Deanna Gevock and Taryn Ryan. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
   2. Approve the list of TLC Lab Teachers for the 2021-22 school year. Frank Broz moved to approve the following list of TLC Lab Teachers for the 2021-22 school year, they will receive a stipend of $3,600.00(+421.52 FICA/IPERS totaling $4021.52); Kristen McCready-Literacy Lab Teacher, Jill Thomas- MS Math Lab Teacher and Hannah Baker-Pence Social, Emotional, Behavior and Mental Health Lab Teacher. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).            
   3. Approve the 2021-2022 Employee Handbook. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the 2021-2022 Employee Handbook changes. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; aye (4) Christi Welsh, Frank Broz, Tim Bower, Margo VonStrohuber. Nays (1) John McKerley.
   4. Approve the cooperative agreement for Boys Swimming with Ottumwa. Tim Bower moved to approve the cooperative agreement for the Boys Swimming with the Ottumwa High School for the 2021-22 school year. Broz moved to table the recommendation to the next work session. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5),                  
   5. Approve the agreement to use the Fairfield Armory as an alternative wrestling practice facility. Tim Bower moved to approve the agreement with the Fairfield Armory to be used as an alternative practice facility for the Middle School Wrestling team for the 2021-2022 school year. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
   6. Approve the purchase of Apptegy for our website/social media presence. Frank Broz moved to approve the purchase of Apptegy for our website/social media presence at an immediate cost of $4,280.00 for a one-time fee for development and an annual fee of $10,600.00 to be paid on July 1, 2022 to be paid from PPEL. Margo VonStruber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
   7. Approve the purchase of one goose neck dump trailer. Frank Broz moved to approve the purchase of one goose neck dump trailer from Hinshaw Trailer Sales at a price of $14,900.00. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).                                         
   8. Approve Board Polices at the first reading; 700 Purpose of Non-Instructional and Business Services, 701.1 Depository of Funds, 701.2 Transfer of Funds, 701.3 Financial Records, Governmental Accounting Practices and Regulations, 702 Cash in School Buildings, 703.1 Budget Planning, 703.2 Spending Plan, 704.1 Local-State-Federal-Miscellaneous Revenue, 704.2 Debt Management, 704.2R1 Post-Issuance Compliance Regulation for Tax-Exempt Obligations, 704.3 Investments, 704.4 Gifts, Grants, Bequests, 704.5 Student Activities Fund, 704.6 Online Fundraising Campaigns-Crowdfunding, 705.2 Payment for Goods and Services, 706.2 Payroll Deductions, 706.3 Pay Deductions, 707.2 Treasurer’s Annual Report, 707.4 Audit, 710.1 School Nutrition Program, 710.2 Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility, 905.2 Tobacco/Nicotine Free Environment, 906 Unmanned Aircrafts-Drones. John McKerley moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Frank Broz seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
   9. Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 104 Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy, 903.5R1 Distribution of Materials Regulation, 904.2 Advertising and Promotion, 904.4 Money Raising Activities in the Schools. Tim Bower moved to approve the board policies at the second reading. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
8. President
   1. The October monthly work session has been moved to October 26. Frank Broz will be absent for the work session.
   2. Highlights
9. Adjourn John McKerley moved to adjourn at 8:34 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).

 

 

 

__________________________________                   ___________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                          Christi Welsh, Board President

 

 

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting and Work Session- Wednesday 10/27/21 7:00 p.m.

Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi   Welsh at 7:03 p.m. Board members present were: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Debi Plum, Frank Broz, Kelly Scott and John McKerley. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber.
2. Approve the cooperative agreement for Boys Swimming with Ottumwa. Frank Broz moved to approve the Boys Swimming cooperative agreement with Ottumwa Community School District. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).   
3. Adjourn Debi Plum moved to adjourn the special meeting. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

Work session commenced at 7:38 p.m. and was brought to order by Christi Welsh.

Attending: Debi Plum, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Christi Welsh, Tim Bower. and Frank Broz. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber

Work Session Agenda

1.  Mental Health Process Matt Smith discussed the Green Bandana Project. Frank Broz discussed River Hills , JCHC and R&R Counseling.  

 

 

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, November 15, 2021
Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Frank Broz, Margo VonStrohuber and Debi Plum. John McKerley arrived at 6:37 p.m.                             
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Tim Bower moved to pull X I, H from the agenda. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; ayes (6).                                                                      
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Frank Broz moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                     
2. Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Policy, Tech, Work Session, Curriculum, Education Foundation, Before & After School.
   2.  Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 700 Purpose of Non-Instructional and Business Services, 701.1 Depository of Funds, 701.2 Transfer of Funds, 701.3 Financial Records, Governmental Accounting Practices and Regulations, 702 Cash in School Buildings, 703.1 Budget Planning, 703.2 Spending Plan, 704.1 Local-State-Federal-Miscellaneous Revenue, 704.2 Debt Management, 704.2R1 Post-Issuance Compliance Regulation for Tax-Exempt Obligations, 704.3 Investments, 704.4 Gifts, Grants, Bequests, 704.5 Student Activities Fund, 704.6 Online Fundraising Campaigns-Crowdfunding, 705.2 Payment for Goods and Services, 706.2 Payroll Deductions, 706.3 Pay Deductions, 707.2 Treasurer’s Annual Report, 707.4 Audit, 710.1 School Nutrition Program, 710.2 Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility, 905.2 Tobacco/Nicotine Free Environment, 906 Unmanned Aircrafts-Drones. Tim Bower moved to approve the board policies at second reading. Debi Plum seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
3. Official Canvass of election results Robin Leonard delivered the official Canvas of election results.
4. Appreciation of outgoing board members Dr. Noll thanked each outgoing board member and presented each with a certificate.
5. Appointment of Board Secretary as President Pro Tem Robin Leonard took over as chair of the meeting.
6. Adjournment of old board announced. Adjournment of the old board was announced by Robin Leonard.
7. Break for 5 minutes Tim Bower moved to break for 5 minutes. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
8. Call to order the Annual Organizational Meeting of the Board 6:55 p.m.
   
   1. Roll Call Tai Ward, Mark Porter, Christi Welsh, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Margo VonStrohuber and Tim Bower. Absent: None
   2. Oath of office for new board members New Board Members sworn in; Kelly Scott, Tai Ward and Mark Porter
   3. Election of President
      1.   Nominations for President
         
         1. Election of President Tim Bower moved to nominate Christi Welsh as Board President. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
      2.  Board Secretary administers oath of office to President Christi Welsh.
   4. New President assumes duties New Board President Christi Welsh took the chair.
   5. Election of Vice President
      1.    Nominations for Vice President Kelly Scott moved to nominate Tim Bower as Board Vice President. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
      2.    Board Secretary administers oath of office to Vice President Tim Bower.
   6. ​​​​​​​Board Policy 204- Code of Ethics
   7. Establish dates and times of meetings Kelly Scott moved that board meetings are to remain the same as currently set: Regular board meeting on the 3rd Monday of every month @ 6:30 pm, work session meetings on the 4th Monday of every month @ 6:30 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
   8. To approve the official depositories of 2021-2022            ​​​​​​​
      1. Iowa State Bank, Fairfield-$15,000,000.00
      2. Pilot Grove Savings Bank, Pilot Grove and Fairfield--$10,000,000.00
      3. First National Bank, Fairfield--$300,000.00
      4. Iowa Schools Joint Investment Trust, Des Moines--$10,000,000.00
         Tim Bower moved to approve the official depositories of 2021-2022 as listed. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
   9. ​​​​​​​ To approve Ahler’s & Cooney as the district attorneys Kelly Scott moved to approve Ahler’s & Cooney as the district attorneys. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
9. Public Participation On behalf of fellow Board members, at this time I would like to invite any member of the audience that has filled out the yellow form, to step to the microphone with comments about items of interest or concern. Although we meet in public, we do not meet with the public and as such the board cannot comment or answer questions. Please begin by stating your name and relationship to the school. It would be appreciated if you would limit your comments to 5 minutes. We ask that you remember that Iowa law prohibits us from discussing specific employees or their job performance.
10. Administrative Reports
    
    1. Curriculum-Desegregated Class Data Desegregated Class Data                            
11. New Business
    
    1. Approve the contract between FCSD and R&R Counseling. Tim Bower moved to approve the contract between FCSD and R&R Counseling to provide Mental Health Therapy to the students at the Middle School. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).  
    2. Approve the SBRC request-Increased Enrollment. Kelly Scott moved to approve the SBRC Increased Enrollment request of a modified supplemental amount of $33, 967.00 due to an increase of certified enrollment. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).  
    3. Approve the SBRC request-Limited English Proficient Instruction beyond 5 years. Kelly Scott moved to approve the SBRC request of Limited English Proficient (LEP) Instruction beyond 5 years for a modified supplemental amount of $15,538.00 related to the English language learning program. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).     
    4. Approve the SBRC request-Open Enrollment Out Not on Prior Year’s Headcount. Kelly Scott moved to approve the SBRC request for a modified supplemental amount of $290,378.00 for open enrolled out students that were not included in the district’s previous year certified enrollment count. Margo VonStruber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).          
    5. Approve Coke Vendor 6-year contract. Tai Ward moved to approve the 6-year contract with Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company to sell Coke products out of our concession stands and vending machines. Margo VonStruber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                    
    6. Approve the bid for the Pence Elementary South Playground fencing. Kelly Scott moved to approve the bid from Harbison Fencing, LLC. in the amount of $20,451.70 using SAVE funds for the south playground at Pence Elementary. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                             
    7. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 709 Insurance Program. Tim Bower moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                             
    8. To approve Board Policies under emergency adoption policy 209.2; 403.7 Employee Vaccination/Testing for COVID-19, 403.7R1 Employee Vaccination/Testing for COVID-19 Regulation, 403.7R2 Required Notices to Employees, 403.7E1 Employee Personal Attestation of Vaccination Status, 403.7E2 Medical Accommodation Request Form. Pulled from the agenda at agenda perfection.      
12. ​​​​​​​President
    1. Highlights
    2.  Work Session is scheduled for December 6, 2021.
13. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 8:21 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7)

 

 

 

_____________________________                            ____________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                  Christi Welsh, Board President

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FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS-ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting
Monday 11/29/2021
12:00 p.m.

Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board Vice President Tim Bower at 12:02 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Tim Bower, Mark Porter, Tai Ward. Absent- Kelly Scott. John McKerley arrived at 12:04 p.m.
2. Approve AEA Director Roberta Sloat as our area representative on the AEA board. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve Roberta Sloat to fill the Great Prairie Area Education Agency Board of Directors seat. Christi Welsh seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5)
3. Approve Homeschool teacher Becky Hollingsworth from a .5 to a .8 teacher. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve increasing Becky Hollingsworth from a .5 to .8 homeschool teacher in order to fulfill the state requirements. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
4. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 12:07 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).        

 

 

_______________________________                             ________________________________
             Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                               Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS-ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting
Monday 11/29/2021
12:00 p.m.

Minutes

I.    Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board Vice President Tim Bower at 12:02 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Tim Bower, Mark Porter, Tai Ward. Absent- Kelly Scott. John McKerley arrived at 12:04 p.m.
II.    Approve AEA Director Roberta Sloat as our area representative on the AEA board. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve Roberta Sloat to fill the Great Prairie Area Education Agency Board of Directors seat. Christi Welsh seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5)
III.    Approve Homeschool teacher Becky Hollingsworth from a .5 to a .8 teacher. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve increasing Becky Hollingsworth from a .5 to .8 homeschool teacher in order to fulfill the state requirements. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
IV.    Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 12:07 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).    

 

_______________________________            ________________________________
             Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Work Session
Friday, December 3, 2021, 5:00 p.m.

Special Work Session Minutes

I.       Presenter-Dr. David Schonfeld, Director of the National Center
    for School Crisis and Bereavement. Dr. Schonfeld gave a presentation to the board about school crisis, bereavement and leadership responsibilities.

 

 

_______________________________            ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Special Meeting
Friday 01/07/2022
12:00 p.m.

Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 12:01 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, and Tim Bower via zoom. Absent- Kelly Scott. John McKerley and Tai Ward.
2. Approve TLC Resignation Margo VonStrohuber moved to accept the resignation of Jamie Reifsteck from the TLC Math Lab Position at the end of the first semester 2022. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
3. Approve Board Policies under emergency adoption policy 209.2; Employee Vaccination/Testing for COVID-19, 403.7R1 Employee Vaccination/Testing for COVID-19 Regulation, 403.7R2 Required Notices to Employees, 403.7E1 Employee Personal Attestation of Vaccination Status, 403.7E2 Medical Accommodation Request Form, 403.7E3 Religious Accommodation Request Form. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the board policies under emergency adoption policy 209.2 Tim Bower seconded. Motion Carried; ayes-Christi Welsh, Tim Bower and Margo VonStrohuber, nays- Mark Porter. Mark Porter moved to table the recommendation.  Motion denied. Tim Bower moved to suspend the recommendation until Monday, January 10, 2022 or if the Supreme Court rules against implementation. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
4. Adjourn Tim Bower moved to adjourn at 12:18 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).   

 

__________________________________        _______________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                  Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Monday, January 24, 2022
Public Hearings and Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, John McKerley, Tai Ward, Mark Porter. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber.
2. Public Hearing to change the Calendar for 2021-2022.                                     
3. Adjourn Tim Bower moved to adjourn at 6:48 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes  (6).

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:49 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, John McKerley, Tai Ward, Mark Porter. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber
2. Public Hearing to consider continued participation in the Instructional Support Program.
3. Adjourn Tai Ward moved to adjourn at 6:58 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:58 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, John McKerley, Tai Ward, Mark Porter. Absent- Margo VonStrohuber                                                                                       
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda with the following changes; addition of Open Enrollment application, additional classified staff resignation. Kelly Scott moved to approve the agenda as perfected. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                          
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Tai Ward moved to approve the consent agenda as corrected. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                                             
2.   Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Recap of IASB, Work Session, Curriculum, Education Foundation, Before & After School
3. Public Participation -Rodney Siefering-Work issues, Melanie Carlson-Teaching resignations.
4. Update Reports- Work Session, Curriculum, Facilities, Before & After School.                               
5.      Administrative Reports                                                                                                    
6. New Business
   
   0. 1.  
   1. Approve the calendar changes for the 2021-2022 school year. Kelly Scott moved to approve the calendar changes for the 2021-22 school to reflect 2-hour early outs (1:30 p.m. dismissal) for the following Fridays; 2/4 & 2/25/2022, 3/18/2022, 4/8 & 4/29 2022 and 5/13/2022. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   2. Approve the addition of an ELA course at the High School for the 2022-23 school year. Kelly Scott moved to approve the addition of an ELA class to the High School courses for the 2022/23 school year. English 12 will be an additional choice for students. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   3. Approve the purchase of Snap and Read. Tim Bower moved to approve the purchase of Snap and Read software at a cost of $1,889.22 per year. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   4. Approve the addition of a Forensic Science Class at the High School for the 2022-23 school year. Tim Bower moved to approve the addition of a Forensic Science class to the science courses that the high school students may elect to take. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   5. Approve the purchase of new student devices, from Apple Computer, to be used at the middle school beginning the 2022-23 school year. Tai Ward moved approve the purchase of new student devices from Apple Computer for use at the Middle School for school year 2022-2023 at a total cost $429,948.75 to be paid from ESSERII funds. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   6. Approve the SBRC Modified Supplemental Amount of $481,817.00 for Dropout Prevention/At Risk Program for the 2022-2023 School Year. Kelly Scott moved to approve the SBRC Modified Supplemental amount of $481,817.00 for the Dropout Prevention/At Risk Program for the 2022-2023 school year. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   7. Approve the removal of the former FCSD Business Manager/CFO’s name and replace it with Robin Leonard’s name for access to all financial institutions including all accounts, CDs, etc. John McKerley moved to approve the updating of access to financial institutions including CDS, etc. to Robin Leonard, the current FCSD Business Manager/CFO’s name. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   8. Approve Fairfield Community School District to enter into a sharing agreement with Great Prairie AEA to share a social worker/SEBH Interventionist. Kelly Scott moved to approve FCSD and Great Prairie AEA to enter into a sharing agreement to share a social worker/SEBH Interventionist for $8,000 for the shared services of 2 days a week to be paid through the general fund. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   9. Approve the naming of the High School wrestling room to ‘Messerli Family Wrestling Room’. Mark Porter moved to approve the naming of the High School wrestling room to ‘Messerli Family Wrestling Room’. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   10. Approve an agreement to establish a consortium to jointly administer an instructional program located within the boundaries of the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont CSD. Tim Bower moved to approve an agreement to establish a consortium to jointly administer an instructional program located within the boundaries of the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont CSD. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   11. Approve the contract for selling of advertising space on the LED screens at the HS gym and Football stadium. Tai Ward moved to approve the contract with Varsity Group Marketing to sell ad space on the LED screens in the HS gymnasium and the Football stadium sharing the revenue collected. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   12. Approve a cooperative agreement for Girls’ Soccer with Pekin High School for the 2021-22 school year. John McKerley moved to approve a cooperative agreement for Girls’ Soccer with Pekin High School for the 2021-22 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   13. Approve a cooperative agreement for Boys’ Soccer with Cardinal High School for the 2021-22 school year. John McKerley moved to approve a cooperative agreement for Boys’ Soccer with Cardinal High School for the 2021-22 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   14. Approve a cooperative agreement for Boys’ Golf with Maharishi High School for the 2021-22 school year. John McKerley moved to approve a cooperative agreement for Boys’ Golf with Maharishi High School for the 2021-22 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   15. Approve a cooperative agreement for Girls’ Track with Maharishi High School for the 2021-22 school year. John McKerley moved to approve a cooperative agreement for Girls’ Track with Maharishi High School for the 2021-22 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   16. Approve the bid for culvert and road repair by the baseball fields. John McKerley moved to approve the bid from Drish Construction for culvert/road repair by the baseball field for $1,594.47. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                   
   17. Approve the purchase of Vollara, Vollara & Surface Pro air purifiers contingent on participation in the pilot program. Tai Ward moved to approve the purchase of Vollara Air & Surface Pro for a pilot study at the cost of $26,999.64 to be paid for with ESSER II funds. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   18. Approve board policies at the first reading; 100 Legal Status of the School District, 101    Educational Philosophy of the School District, 102 Equal Educational Opportunity, 102.E1 Annual notice of Non-Discrimination, 102.R1 Grievance Procedure, 102.E2 Continuous Notice of Non-Discrimination, 104.E1 Complaint Form, 104.E2 Witness Disclosure Form, 104.E3 Disposition of Complaint Form, 104.R1 Anti-Bullying/Harassment Investigation Procedures, 105 Assistance Animals. Tai Ward moved to approve board policies at the first reading. Kelly Scott seconded. No vote. Tim Bower moved to amend the first motion and table policy 102.R1. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
7. President (I)
   1. 1.   Highlights

7. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 8:57 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

 

_______________________________                             ________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                    Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Monday, January 31, 2022

January 31, 2022 Public Hearing, Work Session and Special Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter and Margo VonStrohuber. John McKerley arrived at 6:34 p.m.
2. Public Hearing to consider a change to the calendar for 2021-2022. The change was presented to the board.
3. Adjourn Tim Bower moved to adjourn at 6:33 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).\

 

 Work Session Minutes

1. CANCO/CMBA Presentation
2. Board Policy 102.R1 was reviewed.

 

Special Meeting Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 9:15 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber and John McKerley.
2. Approve calendar changes for 2021-2022. Kelly Scott moved to approve the calendar changes for the 2021-2022 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
3. Approve classified employee resignations Tim Bower moved to approve the classified employee resignations. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
4. Adjourn Mark Porter moved to adjourn at 9:40 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

_______________________________                           ________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                                Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Expulsion Hearing Tuesday 2/15/22 6:15 p.m.

 

Expulsion Hearing Minutes

1. Call to order. The meeting was called to order at 6:17 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.
2. Roll Call. Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Margo VonStrohuber, Rick Porter and Tai Ward.
3. Motion to enter into closed session per Iowa Code Chapter 21.5 regarding suspension / expulsion, roll call vote required. Kelly Scott moved to move into the closed session at 6:20 p.m. Roll call vote carried; all ayes (7).
4. Closed session.
5. Return to open session. The board returned to open session at 6:45 p.m.
6. Recommendation for expulsion of student-a. Recommendation for expulsion of student-a Kelly Scott moved to uphold the expulsion recommendation for Student A. The student will be prohibited from entering any district facility or attending any district related activity. In addition, Student A will need to appear before the board to petition for re-admission to the school district Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
7. Adjourn. Mark Porter moved to adjourn at 6:52 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried all ayes (7).

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                   Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Monday, February 21, 2022
Regular Board Meeting @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Minutes

1.   Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott and Tai Ward, Tim Bower. Absent-John McKerley.   
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Kelly Scott moved to approve the agenda as presented. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.  Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).         
2. Old Business-none
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Work Session, Curriculum, Facilities, SIAC, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation, Before & After School.
3. Public Participation-none
4. Student Representative-Nick Kaska, Nate Smithburg-Students discussed the upcoming FFA events and the FFA National Conference in Indianapolis. Spencer Hilger, Jace Hannes- Students discussed E-Sports, 1^st ever awards ceremony.
5.      Update Reports                                         
6. Administrative Reports                                                                            
7. New Business                                                                                                                  
   
   1. Approve resolution authorizing the Redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2013, dated June27, 2013. Tim Bowers moved to approve the resolution authorizing the redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2013, dated June 27, 2013. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   2. Approve adding the class Makerspace to the MS as an elective for 8th graders. Mark Porter moved to approve the addition of the class Makerspace to the Middle School as an elective for the 8^th graders. Motion carried; all ayes (6). 
   3. Approve the service agreement with Waste Management for a base rate of $1,823.28 per month. Mark Porter moved approve the Waste Management service agreement. The board discussed the need to have a one-year contract instead of a three-year contract. Mark Porter moved to approve the service agreement with Waste Management. Tai Ward seconded. Motion did not carry. Ayes (0). Nays (6).
   4. Approve quote to replace the expansion tank in the high school boiler room for a quote of $4,100.00. Tim Bower moved to approve the quote from Winger to replace the expansion tank in the high school boiler room in the amount of $4,100.00. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).    
   5. Approve bid to address existing outdoor lighting issues in the district in the amount of $8,318.97. Mark Porter moved to approve the bid from Live Wire Electric to address existing outdoor lighting issues in the district in the amount of $8,318.97. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   6. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 102.R1 Grievance Procedure, 406.4 Licensed Employee Compensation for Extra Duty, 409.1 Employee Vacation-Holidays, 412.1 Classified Employee Compensation, 414.1 Classified Employee Vacations-Holidays-Personal Leave, 501.5 Attendance Center Assignment. Tim Bower moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   7. Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 100 Legal Status of the School District, 101 Educational Philosophy of the School District, 102 Equal Educational Opportunity, 102.E1 Annual notice of Non-Discrimination, 102.E2 Continuous Notice of Non-Discrimination, 104.E1 Complaint Form, 104.E2 Witness Disclosure Form, 104.E3 Disposition of Complaint Form, 104.R1 Anti-Bullying/Harassment Investigation Procedures, 105 Assistance Animals. Tai Ward moved to approve the board policies at the second reading. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
8. President (I)
   1. 1.   Highlights
      2.   March Board Meeting scheduled on Parent/Teacher Night

8.     Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 8:09 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                    Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting and Work Session
Monday, February 28, 2022 6:30 p.m.

 

     Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 6:31p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley and Tai Ward.
2. Approve Vouchers Resolution. Board President introduced and read the Vouchers Resolution. Tim Bower moved to approve the Resolution where the Iowa Legislature should not enact vouchers and should continue to promote and fully invest in Iowa’s public schools. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).    
3. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn the special meeting at 6:55 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

        Work Session Minutes

Work session commenced at 6:55 p.m. and was brought to order by Christi Welsh.  Attending: Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley and Tai Ward.

1. Piper-Sandler Financial Advisor- Presentation
2. Bond Discussion- tabled
3. Calendar Committee discussion-Calendar amendment for addition of parent teacher conferences for High School trimesters. 
4. Governor’s Teacher Retention Funds-discussed
5. Schedule Meetings-Board meetings were scheduled as follows; March 14-Special Meeting/Closed session-Evaluation, March 28-Regular Board Meeting/Work Session-Budget, April 11-Regular Board Meeting/Public Hearing for budget, April 18-Work Session,  

 

 

__________________________________            _______________________________
              Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                 Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Public Hearing, Special Meeting and Closed Session
Monday 03/14/2022
6:30 p.m.

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber and John McKerley.
2. Public Hearing to consider the calendar for school year 2022-2023.
3. Adjourn. Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 6:39 p.m.

              Special Meeting Minutes

1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:39 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber and John McKerley.
2. Approve the calendar for school year 2022-2023. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the calendar presented to the board for the school year 2022-2023. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
3. Approve the consent agenda. Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
4. Approve the $1,000.00 payments as directed by Governor Kim Reynolds for the eligible certified staff members Tim Bower moved to approve the $1,000.00 payments as directed by Governor Kim Reynolds for the eligible certified staff members. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
5. Approve Resolution for payment to other certified and non-certified staff. Tai Ward moved to approve the resolution for payment to the other certified and non-certified staff. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; ayes (6) Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, John McKerley, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber and Tai Ward. Nays (1) Kelly Scott.
6. Approve the paraeducator apprenticeship program with the Iowa Rural Teacher and Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship Pipeline Consortium Grant Program. Tim Bower moved to approve the Iowa Rural Teacher and Paraeducator Pipeline Grant Program Participation Commitment Letter. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
7. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 7:26 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

____________________________________                                 _____________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                               Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting, Closed Meeting and Work Session Minutes
Wednesday 03/23/2022
6:30 p.m.

 

Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 6:35 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley and Tai Ward -absent.
2. Approve list of items to go auction. Margo moved to approve the list of district items to go to online auction. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6). 
3. Adjournment of regular meeting—Following adjournment the board will break for a five-minute recess, and then meet in a closed session as allowed in Iowa Code section 21.5 (1)(i). Margo moved to adjourn at 7:01 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).  

 

            Closed Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 7:04 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley and Tai Ward via teleconference call.
2. Motion to go into closed session. The board will meet in a closed session as allowed in Iowa Code section 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. (A) Kelly Scott moved to move to go into closed session at 7:04 p.m.  Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
3. Roll call vote required. Tim Bower moved for a roll call vote. Mark Porter seconded the motion. The motion carried; all ayes (7).
4. Closed Session

4. Return to open session Margo VonStrohuber moved to return to open session. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
5. Return to open session The board returned to an open session at 8:26 p.m.
6. Possible action on closed session
7. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried all ayes (7).

 

            Work Session Minutes

8. Bond steps
9. Staffing

 

Work Session concluded at 9:37 p.m.

 

 

____________________________________                                        _____________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                    Christi Welsh, Board President.

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, March 28, 2022
Work Session, Regular Board Meeting and Exempt Session @ Fairfield ACT Building

 

Work Session Minutes

Work session began at 5:34 p.m. Attending: Christi Welsh, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Mark Porter, Tai Ward and Margo VonStrohuber. Absent-Tim Bower.

1.     Budget         

 

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

2. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Members present were: Kelly Scott, Margo VonStrohuber, Christi Welsh, John McKerley, Tai Ward, Mark Porter. Absent-Tim Bower.                                                                                                  
   
   1. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Tai Ward moved to approve the agenda as presented. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                     
   2. Approval of Consent Agenda Tai Ward moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                     
3.   Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Curriculum, Facilities, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation, Before & After School
4. Student Representative- Student Council gave presentation on Walk for Nohema, silent auction.
5. Public Participation- None
6. Update Reports
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Curriculum, Facilities, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation, Before & After School                                                 
7. Administrative Reports                                                                                                    
8. New Business
   
   1. ​​​​​​​ Approve the indoor tennis facility as an alternative practice facility for our FHS tennis team. Tai Ward moved to approve the use of the indoor tennis facility at 1595 Pleasant Plain Rd. as an alternative practice facility for the FHS tennis team. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   2. Approve to extend the Elementary Specials (Music, Art & PE from a 5-day cycle to a  6-day cycle. Kelly Scott moved to approve extending the Elementary Specials to a 6-day cycle. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   3. Approve the purchase of Movement in Math Curriculum for grades K-1 as a supplemental math program. Tai Ward moved to approve the purchase of Movement in Math Curriculum for grades K-1 as a supplemental math program at a cost of $20,400.00 out of ESSER funds to be implemented in the 2022-23 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   4. Approve the AEA Purchasing Contract as the Primary Vendor for the nutrition program. Mark Porter moved to approve the contract with AEA purchasing as the District’s Primary Food, Small Ware and Ware Wash Prime Vendor for the nutrition program for the 2022-23 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   5. Approve the contract extension for District milk vendor for the nutrition program. Kelly Scott moved to approve the extension of the Anderson Erickson Contract as the District’s milk vendor for the 2022-23 school year. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
   6. Approve Board Policies at the first reading; 710.1 School Nutrition Program, 710.2 Free or Reduced Meals Eligibility, 710.3 Vending Machines, 710.4 Meal Charges, 710.5 Child Nutrition Program-Family Fiscal Responsibility, 711.1 Student School Transportation Eligibility, 711.2 Student Conduct on School Transportation, 711.2R1 Student Conduct on School Transportation Regulation, 711.2R2 Use of Recording Devices on School Buses and Attendance Centers Regulation, 711.3 Student Transportation for Extracurricular Activities, 711.4 Summer School Program Transportation Service, 711.5 Transportation of Non-Resident and Non-Public School Students, 711.6 Transportation of Non-School Groups, 711.6R Vehicle Usage by Non-School Organizations/Community, 711.7 School Bus Safety Instruction, 711.8 Transportation in Inclement Weather, 711.9 District Vehicle Idling, 711.10 Transportation Equipment, 711.11 Special Convenience Bus Stops, 711.12 School Bus Belt Policy. John McKerley moved to approve the Board Policies at the first reading. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   7. Approve Board Policies at the second reading; 102.R1 Grievance Procedure, 406.4 Licensed Employee Compensation for Extra Duty, 409.1 Employee Vacation-Holidays, 412.1 Classified Employee Compensation, 414.1 Classified Employee Vacations-Holidays-Personal Leave, 501.5 Attendance Center Assignment. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the Board Policies at the second reading. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).
9. ​​​​​​​President     
   1. 1.   Highlights

9.      Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 7:42 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

Exempt Session Minutes

1.  Exempt Session as permitted by Iowa Code Section 21.5 for negotiations.

 

 

_______________________________                             ________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                    Christi Welsh, Board President

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FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Expulsion Hearings Tuesday 4/07/22 5:30 p.m.

 

             Expulsion Hearing Minutes

1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:33 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.
2. Roll Call Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, Margo VonStrohuber, Rick Porter. John McKerley and Tai Ward absent.
3. Motion to enter into a closed session authorized by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) & 21.5(1)(e) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential and to conduct a hearing to determine whether to suspend or expel a student. Tim Bower moved to enter into the closed session. Kelly Scott seconded. Roll call vote carried; all ayes (5).
4. Closed session
5. Return to open session The board returned to an open session at 6:48 p.m.
6. Recommendation for expulsion of student-A Recommendation for expulsion of student-a Kelly Scott moved to uphold the expulsion recommendation for Student A. The student will be prohibited from entering any district facility or attending any district related activity. In addition, Student A will need to appear before the board to petition for re-admission to the school district. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; ayes (4) Welsh, Bower, VonStrohuber and Scott. Nays (1) Porter.
7. Adjourn for an approximately a 5-minute break. Adjourned at 6:51 p.m. for the break.

 

Expulsion Hearing Minutes

1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 6:58 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.
2. Roll Call Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, Margo VonStrohuber, Rick Porter. John McKerley and Tai Ward absent.
3. Motion to enter into a closed session authorized by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) & 21.5(1)(e) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential and to conduct a hearing to determine whether to suspend or expel a student. Tim Bower moved to enter into the closed session. Kelly Scott seconded. Roll call vote carried; all ayes (5).
4. Closed session
5. Return to open session. The board returned to an open session at 8:07 p.m.
6. Recommendation for expulsion of student-B. Recommendation for expulsion of student-B. Kelly Scott moved to uphold the expulsion recommendation for Student B. The student will be prohibited from entering any district facility or attending any district related activity. In addition, Student B will need to appear before the board to petition for re-admission to the school district. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; ayes (4) Welsh, Bower, VonStrohuber and Scott. Nays (1) Porter.
7. Adjourn for an approximately a 5-minute break. Adjourned at 8:10 p.m. for the break.

 

Expulsion Hearing Minutes

1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 8:14 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.
2. Roll Call Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, Margo VonStrohuber, Rick Porter. John McKerley and Tai Ward absent.
3. Motion to enter into a closed session authorized by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential. Tim Bower moved to enter into the closed session at 8:32 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Roll call vote carried; all ayes (5).
4. Closed session
5. Return to open session The board returned to an open session at 8:32 p.m.
6. Recommendation for expulsion of student-C and D Recommendation for expulsion of students-C and D. Kelly Scott moved to uphold the expulsion recommendation for Student C and D. The students will be prohibited from entering any district facility or attending any district related activity. In addition, Students C and D will need to appear before the board to petition for re-admission to the school district. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; ayes (5).
7. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:41 p.m. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).

 

 

__________________________________                     _______________________________
              Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                       Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, April 11, 2022
Public Hearing and Regular Board Meeting Minutes @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Fairfield CSD held a public hearing for an amendment for the 2021-2022 School Year Budget and review of the 2022-2023 School Year Budget.

 

Public Hearing Minutes

1. Roll Call and Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Kelly Scott, Tim Bower, Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber. John McKerley absent at roll call, arrived at 6:35 p.m.
2. Amendment for the 21-22 School Year budget
3. Review of 2022-2023 School Year budget
4.  Adjourn  

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

1.      Call to Order
   
   1. Roll call The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.    Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott and Tai Ward, Tim Bower and John McKerley.                                                                       
   2. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Kelly Scott moved to approve the agenda as presented. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                                                     
   3. Approval of Consent Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Tai Ward seconded. Motion passed; all ayes (7).      
2. Student Representative Connor Hawkins and Claire Epperson promoted the High School Musical to be held April 22-24, 2022.                   
3.   Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Curriculum, Facilities, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation, Before & After School.
4. Public Participation-None
5.      Administrative Reports                                                                                                    
6. New Business                                                                                                                  
   
   0. 1.  
   1. Approve continuing the IASB membership for the 2022-23 school year. Tim Bower moved to approve continuing the IASB membership for the 2022-23 school year at a cost of $5,772.00. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).     
   2. Approve the High School Band and Choir trip to St. Louis, MO on June 4-5, 2022. Kelly Scott moved to approve the High School Band and Choir trip to St. Louis, MO.  Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).     
   3. Approve the Anatomy and Physiology field trip to AT Still Anatomy Lab in Kirksville, MO on May 10^th. Kelly Scott moved to approve the Anatomy and Physiology class field trip to AT Still Anatomy Lab in Kirksville, MO on May 10, 2022. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).                                                                                                     
   4. Approve the installation of vape sensors at the High School with the use of ESSER funds. Kelly Scott moved to approve the installation of vape sensors at the High School at a cost of $21,255.00 for 15 sensors plus installation; to be funded from ESSER funds. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
   5. Approve the Board Policies at the second reading; 710.1 School Nutrition Program, 710.2 Free or Reduced Meals Eligibility, 710.3 Vending Machines, 710.4 Meal Charges, 710.5 Child Nutrition Program-Family Fiscal Responsibility, 711.1 Student School Transportation Eligibility, 711.2 Student Conduct on School Transportation, 711.2R1 Student Conduct on School Transportation Regulation, 711.2R2 Use of Recording Devices on School Buses and Attendance Centers Regulation, 711.3 Student Transportation for Extracurricular Activities, 711.4 Summer School Program Transportation Service, 711.5 Transportation of Non-Resident and Non-Public School Students, 711.6 Transportation of Non-School Groups, 711.6R Vehicle Usage by Non-School Organizations/Community, 711.7 School Bus Safety Instruction, 711.8 Transportation in Inclement Weather, 711.9 District Vehicle Idling, 711.10 Transportation Equipment, 711.11 Special Convenience Bus Stops, 711.12 School Bus Belt Policy. Tim Bower moved to approve the Board Policies at the second reading. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
7. President (I)
   1. 1. Highlights-Parent-Teacher Conference Attendance, Budget work.
      2. Indian Hills Board Appreciation /Attendance – April 26, 2022
      3. A Walk for Nohema--April 23, 2022
      4. Board meeting dates
         1. 1. April, 12^th, 5:30 p.m.- Curriculum
            2. April, 13^th, Noon-Special Meeting
            3. April, 13^th, 5:30 p.m.- Negotiations
            4. April, 25^th- Work Session
8. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 7:58 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

__________________________________                     _______________________________
               Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                       Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting-Wednesday 04/13/2022 at 12:00 p.m.

      Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board Vice President Tim Bower at 12:04 p.m. Board members present via Zoom were; Margo VonStrohuber, Mark Porter, Tai Ward. Tim Bower attended via conference call. Kelly Scott joined at 12:08 p.m. Absent- John McKerley and Christi Welsh.
2. Approve the budget amendment for the 2021-2022 school year. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the budget amendment for the 2021-2022 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
3. Approve the budget for the 2022-2023 school year setting our total tax levy at $11.54. Margo VonStrohuber moved to approve the budget for the 2022-2023 school year. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
4. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 12:07 p.m. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
5. 12:08 p.m. Kelly Scott joined via Zoom and agreed with all recommendations.

 

__________________________________                     _______________________________
                 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                       Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Expulsion Hearing and Special Meeting
Wednesday 4/20/22 5:30 p.m.

 

             Expulsion Hearing Minutes

1. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 5:36 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh.
2. Roll Call Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Kelly Scott, Margo VonStrohuber, Rick Porter, John McKerley and Tai Ward. Tim Bower joined at 5:48 p.m.
3. Motion to enter into a closed session authorized by Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(a) & 21.5(1)(e) to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential and to conduct a hearing to determine whether to suspend or expel a student. Kelly Scott moved to enter into the closed session. Tai Ward seconded. Roll call vote carried; all ayes (6).
4. Closed session
5. Return to open session The board returned to an open session at 6:24 p.m.
6. Recommendation for expulsion of student-A. Kelly Scott moved to uphold the expulsion recommendation for Student A. The student will be able to play summer sports after May 27. Student A is expelled with core services and weekly counseling sessions. In addition, Student A will need to present written documentation that will allow readmittance to school; to the principal and the school board. John McKerley seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7). Kelly Scott moved to adjourn the expulsion hearing. Mark Porter seconded. Hearing adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

 

Special Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order and Roll Call The meeting was called to order by President Christi Welsh at 6:25 p.m. Board members present were: Mark Porter, Tai Ward, John McKerley, Margo VonStrohuber, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott and Christi Welsh.
2. Approve Certified Staff Contracts Tai Ward moved to approve the Certified Staff contracts for the 2022-23 school year. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried (6). Kelly Scott abstained.
3. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 6:32 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

____________________________                     ____________________________
        Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                         Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Work Session
Monday 04/25/2022
6:30 p.m.

 

Work Session Minutes

Work session began at 6:36 p.m. Attending Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, John McKerley, Margo VonStrohuber, Kelly Scott, Tai Ward and Mark Porter.

1. Architect Information Discussed architects.
2. Air Purifiers Update Discussed the effects of the air purifiers.
3. Priority Setting and Vision Discussed goals and priorities.

The work session concluded at 9:10 p.m.

 

 

_______________________________                         ________________________________
 Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

Special Meeting Minutes
Wednesday 05/11/2022 @ 6:30 p.m.

 

1. Call to Order and Roll call. The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 6:33 p.m. Board members present were; Margo VonStrohuber, Tai Ward, Kelly Scott, John McKerley and Christi Welsh. Absent- Mark Porter and Tim Bower.
2. Approve Termination of Teacher Contract. Kelly Scott moved to approve the termination of the teacher’s contract. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).
3. Adjourn. Kelly Scott Moved adjourn at 6:38 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).  

 

 

__________________________________                     _______________________________
               Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                       Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, May 16, 2022
Regular Board Meeting Agenda @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Mark Porter, Margo VonStrohuber (via zoom), Kelly Scott, Tai Ward, Tim Bower, and John McKerley.                                                              
   
   1. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda. Tim Bower moved to approve the agenda as presented. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).     
   2. Approval of Consent Agenda Tim Bower moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.  Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; Kelly Scott abstained, all votes were ayes (6).
2. Student Representative- Taryn Roemen, Frances Miller, Elliott Ward, Ireland Cranston, Nicole Hunger. Middle School Leader in Me Community day.
3.   Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Curriculum, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation.
4. Public Participation- Time was limited to three minutes due to the number of participants. Speakers discussed transgender rights.                                                       
5. New Business                                                                       
   
   1. Approve the 2022-2023 Curriculum cycle. Kelly Scott moved to approve the 2022-2023 Curriculum cycle. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   2. Approve the TLC Contract for the 2022-2023 school year with Tena Edlin as the mentoring coach. Tai Ward moved to approve the TLC contract for the 2022-23 school year as the Mentoring Coach for Tena Edin. She will receive a stipend of $12,811.00 (+FICA/IPERS $15,000.00). Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                            
   3. Approve the TLC contracts for the 2022-2023 school year. Tim Bower moved to approve the TLC Contracts for the 2022-23 school year as full release Instructional Coaches. They will receive a stipend of $2,811 (+FICA/IPERS $15,000.00). The TLC Instructional coaches are as follows: Lani Boyd, Deirdre Bachar, Christina Freeman, Scott Munford and Tina Breen. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).            
   4. Approve the TLC Lab Teachers for the 2022-2023 school year.  Tai Ward moved to approve the TLC Lab Teachers for the 2022-23 school year. They will receive a stipend of $3,600.00 (+451.52 FICA/IPERS). They are as follows; Literacy Lab Teachers-Washington Elementary-Jennifer Christensen, Pence Elementary-Hillary Juran, Middle School-Kristen McCready. Math Lab Teacher; Pence Elementary-Rebecca Thompson, Middle School-Jill Thomas. Social Emotional Behavior Mental Health Lab Teacher; Pence Elementary-DeeDee Lehigh, Hannah Baker. Middle School-Molly Mosinski. Lab Teachers; Middle School- Shawn Klehm. High School; Kala Miller, Fred Hucke and Michelle Higgins. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                         
   5. Approve the 2022-2023 Fairfield Middle School Student Handbook. Mark Porter moved to approve the 2022-2023 Fairfield Middle School Student Handbook. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                          
   6. Approve the Social Worker services shared personnel agreement with Great Prairie AEA for the 2022-2023 school year. Kelly Scott moved to approve the Social Worker services shared personnel agreement with Great Prairie AEA for the 2022-2023 school year for $15,500.00 paid from the general funds. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).  
   7. Approve the cooperative agreement for Boys’ Swimming for school year 2022-23. Mark Porter moved to approve the cooperative agreement with Ottumwa, for the Boys’ Swimming. It renews the agreement that was in place school year 2021-2022. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).           
   8. Approve the cooperative agreement for Boys’ Golf for school year 2022-23. Kelly Scott moved to approve cooperative agreement with Maharishi High School for Boys’ Golf for school year 2022-23. It renews the agreement that was in place school year 2021-2022. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).               
   9. Approve the cooperative agreements for Boys’ Soccer for school year 2022-23. Kelly Scott moved to approve the cooperative agreements for Boys’ Soccer with Cardinal High School and Maharishi High School for school year 2022-23. It renews the agreement that was in place school year 2021-2022. Tim Bower seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).     
   10. Approve the cooperative agreement for Girls’ Track for school year 2022-23. Kelly Scott moved to approve the cooperative agreement for Girls’ Track with Maharishi High School for school year 2022-23. It renews the agreement that was in place school year 2021-2022. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                           
   11. Approve the agreement with CMBA Architects to design the concession stands, in the amount of $20,000.00 to be paid from the PPEL funds. (A) The original recommendation was amended to ‘design two concession stands for an amount of $25,000.00’ at the board table.  The board chose to table the motion.
   12. Approve the purchase of 1-CAT GP25 5000 lb. forklift. Tai Ward moved to approve the purchase of 1-CAT GP25 5000 lb. forklift for an amount of $9,250.00. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).                                                  
6. President
   1. 1.   Highlights
      2.   Board Appreciation   
7. Adjourn Tai Ward moved to adjourn at 8:25 p.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (6).

 

 

_______________________________                             ________________________________
  Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                    Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Work Session, Monday 05/23/22 at 6:30 p.m.

 

Work Session Agenda

Work session commenced at 6:41 p.m. and was brought to order by Christi Welsh.  Attending: Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Tai Ward and Mark Porter. Margo VonStrohuber was absent.

1. Concession Stand RFP Update Discussion on the concession stands project, the board would like to move forward with a special meeting to discuss the options of a firm for the RFP.
2. Architect RFQs Discussion on the architect firms that submitted RFQs to move forward with a bond.

Meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

 

 

_______________________________                          ________________________________
     Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                     Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ACT Building, 403 S 20th St

 

Special Meeting

Friday 05/27/2022

12:00 p.m.

 

1. Call to Order and Roll call The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 12:10 p.m. Board members present were; Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, Kelly Scott and Tai Ward. John McKerley, Margo VonStrohuber and Mark Porter -absent.
2. Approve the agreement with CMBA Architects to design two concession stands, in the amount of $25,000.00 to be paid from the PPEL funds. Tim Bower moved to approve the agreement with CMBA Architects to design two concession stands, in the amount of $25,000.00 to be paid from the PPEL funds. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).
3. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 12:12 p.m. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).

 

 

____________________________                     ____________________________
Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                         Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St
Special Meeting-Friday 06/03/2022 @ 11:30 a.m.

1. Call to Order and Roll call. The meeting was called to order by Board President Christi Welsh at 11:33 p.m. Board members present were; Margo VonStrohuber, Tai Ward, Kelly Scott, John McKerley, Christi Welsh, Mark Porter and Tim Bower.
2. Approve the Certified Employee Hires Tim Bower moved to approve the list of Certified Employee hires. Margo VonStrohuber seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).
3. Adjourn Margo VonStrohuber moved to adjourn at 11:42 a.m. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (7).

 

 

__________________________________                     _______________________________
             Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                                       Christi Welsh, Board President

 

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FAIRFIELD, IOWA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Monday, June 20, 2022
Regular Board Meeting Minutes @ Fairfield ACT Building, 6:30 p.m.

 

Regular Board Meeting Minutes

1.   Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:36 p.m. by Board President Christi Welsh. Board Members present were: Christi Welsh, Mark Porter, Kelly Scott, Tai Ward. John McKerley arrived at 6:41 p.m. Absent-Margo VonStrohuber and Tim Bower.                                                      
   
   1. Perfection and Approval of the Agenda Tai Ward moved to approve the agenda as presented. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (4).                                                           
   2. Approval of Consent Agenda Tai Ward moved to pull the certified staff listing (pg. 58) for discussion. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Tai Ward moved to discuss item D on the certified staff list. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Tai Ward moved to pull Staci Wright’s resignation from the certified list. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Tai Ward moved to approve the consent agenda as modified. Kelly Scott seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5). Tai Ward moved to accept Staci Wright’s resignation as submitted, contingent on a replacement. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; Ayes- Christi Welsh, Tai Ward, Mark Porter. Nays-Kelly Scott, John McKerley.                                                                             
2. Special Presentation- EMC
3. Old Business
   
   1. Board Committee Update Reports- Curriculum, Facilities, Policy, Technology, Education Foundation, Before & After School
4. Public Participation-Shawn Peck-FFA Sponsor, Staci Wright
5.    Administrative Reports                                                                                                          
6. New Business                                                                                                        
   
   1. To approve the TLC Selection Committee for the 2022-23 school year. Kelly Scott moved to approve the TLC Selection Committee for the 2022-23 school year as follows; Brittany Houk, Jennifer Clements, Morgan Miller and Ian Stabbe. The committee members will receive a stipend of $250.00. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).           
   2. To approve Board Policies at the first reading; 507.9 Wellness Policy. Mark Porter moved to approve the board policies at the first reading. Tai Ward seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).     
   3. To approve Section 125 cafeteria plan for Administrators and Directors. Kelly Scott moved to approve a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan for administrators and directors equivalent to 75% of the cost of the $1,000 deductible family health insurance plan (1,399.64/month). Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; Ayes (4), Nays (1) John McKerley.       
7. President
   1. 1. Highlights June 27Work Session, IASB, Book recommendations
8. Adjourn Kelly Scott moved to adjourn at 9:10 p.m. Mark Porter seconded. Motion carried; all ayes (5).

 

 

____________________________                        ____________________________
    Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                         Christi Welsh, Board President

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FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St., Fairfield, IA. Work Session-Tuesday 06/21/22 at 6:00 p.m.

 

Work Session Minutes

Work session began at 6:00 p.m. Attending Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, John McKerley, and Mark Porter. Absent- Kelly Scott, Tai Ward.

1. Architect Firm Interviews
   
   1. Invision
   2. CMBA
   3. ISG

The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

 

____________________________                     ____________________________
   Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                         Christi Welsh, Board President

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FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAIRFIELD, IOWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACT Building, 403 S 20th St., Fairfield, IA. Wednesday 06/22/22 at 6:00 p.m.

 

Work Session Minutes

Work session began at 6:10 p.m. Attending Christi Welsh, Tim Bower, John McKerley, and Mark Porter. Absent- Kelly Scott, Tai Ward.

1. Architect Firm Interviews
   
   1.  FEH

The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

 

____________________________                     ____________________________
     Robin Leonard, Board Secretary                         Christi Welsh, Board President