The Independent-News, Volume 112, Number 47, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 23 April 1987 — Page 2

THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS - APRIL 23. 1987

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JOHN GLENN SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES The Board of Trustees of the John Glenn School Corporation met on April 14, 1987 at 7:30 pm in the library of North Liberty School. The meeting convened with six members in attendance, the superintendent and 15 observers were also present at the meeting. Following a motion by Mrs. Craft, seconded by Mrs. Beem. the Board voted six to zero to approve the minutes of the March 17, 198 7 meeting as presented. Following a motion by Mr. Hostetler. seconded by Mrs. Craft, the Board voted unanimously to approve claims numbered 491 through 650 as presented. OLD BUSINESS A. Hearing on an Additional Appropriation from the Cumulative Building Fund for John Glenn High School Re-roofing. The Board held a hearing on the additional appropriation request. Mr. Millar asked Dr. Smith to review the re-roofing project at John Glenn High School. Branson Hiatt, of Walkerton, asked questions regarding the scope of the project. Dr. Smith explained that there are three areas at John Glenn High School which will require re-roofing either this summer or in the near future. They are 25,000 square feet to the west of the auditorium, 14,000 square feet to the east of the auditorium, and 9,000 feet on the auditorium roof. The 25,000 square feet parcel is most critical, the 14,000 square feet should be done soon, but may be held off for another year. The 9,000 square foot area on the auditorium is not in as bad a shape as the other two areas. Dr. Smith explained that they planned to take bids on the 25.000 and 14,000 square foot areas and to recommend to the Board that as much square footage as possible be re-roofed within the $125,000 budget. There being no further questions, Mr. Millar adjourned the hearing. Following a motion by Mr. Hostetler, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board voted unanimously to adopt a resolution directing that an additional appropriation of $125,000 for account number 25420, project number 14762, be set aside for reroofing at John Glenn High School. That resolution is attached to and a part of these minutes. Dr. Smith requested that the Board authorize R. W. Cinton & Associates to perform architectural engineering services and Construction Control to perform construction management services for the John Glenn High School re-roofing project. The R. W. Ginton fee will be 6.4% of the re-roofing cost and the construction management fee will be $3,000. Following a motion by Mrs. Beem. seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board voted six (Mrs. Beem, Mrs. Craft, Mr. Hostetler, Mr. Ludwig, Mrs. Manuel, Mr. Miller, aye) to one (Mr. Millar, nay) to authorize R W. Clinton & Associates to perform architectural engineering services and Construction Control to perform construction management services on the John Glenn High School re roofing project B. Walkerton Elementary Update: Dr. Smith submitted an updated project schedule and mentioned that receipt of construction bids will be on Tuesday, April 21, 10:00 a.m. at John Glenn High School. The public is welcome at the bid opening. On Tuesday. April 28, Construction Control, R W. Clinton, and Municipal Finance will have recommendations to the Board on tentative selection of contractors for the construction project. President Millar recognized Branson Hiatt, who asked the Board to continue to exercise fiscal restraint in planning for the construction project. Dr. Smith also submitted an up-

dated, estimated project cost sheet to the Board. Latest cost estimates include a total base project cost of $1,415,000, alternates up to $275,000, for a total project cost of $1,090,000. Mr. Millar stated that estimated tax impact ranged from 30 cents per SIOO assessed valuation for the base project to 43 cents per SIOO of assessed valuation for the base project plus all potential alternates. Dr. Smith noted that a scheduled reduction in the debt service requirements due to the payoff of a common school loan fund will reduce the net effect of the tax impact by nine cents. C. Greene Township Update: President Millar recognized Dennis Prout and Penny Bell of the southwest Greene Township parents group. Mr. Prout asked for consideration of three points: one, that admission of southwest Greene Township students would do no harm to the school corporation; two, that admission to John Glenn Schools was in the best interests of southwest Greene Township students; and three, that southwest Greene Township students and parents would be an asset to the John Glenn School Corporation. Mrs. Beil stated that although the resolution offered by the South Bend Community School Corporation is not what they had hoped for, that most parents would be willing to pay the difference in cost, if necessary. Mr. Millar thanked them for their input. Dr. Smith submitted a letter to the Board from Eh-. Robert Fallon, superintendent of the South Bend Community School Corporation. Dr. Fallon’s letter was in response to questions raised at the last John Glenn School Board meeting. The letter read in part, “The South Bend Board of School Trustees’ position has not changed. Thus, transportation will not be provided; the timeframe for a decision remains the same regardless of a student’s current and continued attendance at a parochial school; and disannexation is not viewed as a viable long-term solution. The binding effect of this School Board's position on future boards is an area that we can only express our good faith intentions". Mr. Kaufman, principal at North Liberty School, submitted a data sheet to the Board showing how potential student enrollment from southwest Greene Township would impact upon the present class sizes at North Liberty School. Dr. Smith and Mr. Kaufman pointed out that there are quite a number of considerations to be taken into account; such as, need for additional staff, furniture, equipment, and materials. Additionally, the size of available classrooms and available special classes such as home economics, industrial arts, art, and special education must also be considered. The Board has previously scheduled a decision on the South Bend resolution for the May 5, 1987 Board meeting. NEW BUSINESS A. North Central Association Accrediatation: The superintendent noted that both John Glenn High School and North Liberty School have been notified that they are being recommended for continuing accreditation by the North Central Association with no citations noted. Board members expressed their approval for this report. B. Resignations: Following a motion by Mrs. Beem. seconded by Mrs. Manuel, the Board voted unanimously to accept the following extracurricular resignations: 1. Tim Davis, North Liberty 7th-Bth Grade Girls Basketball Coach. 2. Rosana Balmer, Walkerton Elementary School sth-6th Grade Girls Basketball Coach. C. Maternity Leave Requests: Following a motion by Mrs. Manuel, seconded by Mr. Ludwig,

the Board voted unanimously to grant the following maternity leave requests: 1. Linda Larson, Urey Middle School. Math. April 27. 1987 - May 29, 1987. 2. Laurie Morris, North Liberty School, 3rd Grade, August 28, 1987 - December 18, 1987. D. Attendance District Requests: Dr. Smith explained that Mr. and Mrs. William Albert, of North Liberty, have requested that their son. Michael, be allowed to enroll at Walkerton Elementary School in kindergarten for the fall of 1987-88 due to medical and family considerations. Dr. Smith, Mrs. Lightfoot and Mr. Kaufman recommended that this request be granted. The parents of the following North Liberty School students have requested that the students be allowed to complete their school year at North Liberty School even though the families have moved into the Walkerton district: Tina Salyer. Bth; Tracy Boxell, 6th; Lisa Rozwarski, 7th; David Wright, 2nd; and Brandy Wright, kindergarten. Mr. Kaufman and Dr. Smith recommended that these requests be granted. Following a motion by Mr. Hostetler, seconded by Mrs. Manuel, the Board voted unanimously to grant the above named requests for attendance district waivers. E. Request For Eight Semester Waiver: Following a motion by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mrs. Beem, the Board voted unanimously to grant the request of Sandra Bella for a waiver of the eight semester attendance Board Policy due to family and personal considerations. F. Conference Requests: Mr. Millar asked that staff members be reminded to get conference requests to principals and the superintendent in sufficient time to be submitted to the Board prior to conference dates. He stated that the Board should not be asked to approve requests after the fact of the conference unless that situation was unavoidable. Following a motion by Mr. Ludwig, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board voted unanimously to grant the following conference requests: 1. Gail Dodge, Nancy Huff, Walkerton Elementary School; Vai Clauss, Cyndy Williams, North Liberty School, “Kindergarten Teacher Exchange", April 14, 1987, Winamac. 2. Darlene Bell, Jan Hayes, Kevin Russell, North Liberty School; Hugh Rettinger, John Glenn High School; Jo Ellen Stevens, Urey Middle School; Judy New, Walkerton Elementary School, “DifTerentiated Reading Curriculum For Gifted Students", April 9, 1987, Oregon-Davis Schools. 3. Sue Awald, Sue Dittmar, Emily Ringenberg, plus 20 Parents, North Liberty School/Walkerton Elementary School, “Chapter 1 Parent Partner Conference", Gary. May 21, 1987. G. Conference Reports: The Board accepted written conference reports from the following staff members: 1. Richard Kickbush, John Glenn High School, “Indiana Athletic Directors Conference”. 2. Hugh Rettinger, John Glenn High School, “NCA Crawfordsville High School". 3. Brunette Mihail. Carolyn Ort, Barb Flosenzier, Walkerton Elementary School; Tim Davis, Jane Bliley, North Liberty School., "Fifth Grade Teacher Exchange". 4. Glen Petry, Urey Middle School; Fred Henderson. North Liberty School; Larry Taylor, John Glenn High School, “Microcomputer Repair Workshop". 5. Marlene Edison, North Liberty School; Denise Brooks, Urey Middle School, “National Dance Exercise Instructors Workshop". 6. Marilyn Lightfoot, Emily Ringenberg. Cindy Briggs, Shirley Zartman, Walkerton Elementary School; Sue Dittmar, Nancy Price,

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Margo Lent, North Liberty School; Mitzi Knepper, Josie Snell, Urey Middle School, “Chapter I Reading Conference". 7. Pam Craft, John Glenn School Board, "NSBA Confention”. H. P.T.A. Reflections Contest State Winners: The Board commended the following Reflections Contest winners: John Glenn High School — Matt Bowman, grade 11; Anne Marie Crane, grade 11; Carmen Crane, grade 10; John Fairres, grade 12; Lori Frame, grade 12; Lisa Martensen, grade 10. North Liberty School — Sarah Heim, grade 4; Todd Jackson, grade 2; Mike Kelly, grade 2; Yolanda Lozano, grade 3; Phillip Morris, kindergarten; Jason Platz, grade 3; Eric Prout, grade 5; Kristen Taiboom, grade 6; Joseph Wines, gradte 7. Urey Middle School — Patti Christensen, grade 8; Jodi McLaughlin, grade 6; Jeff Pontius, grade 8; Craig Ross, grade 8; Greg Smith, grade 8. Dr. Smith noted that in addition to the students deserving recognition that the parents and staff members that participate in the P.T.A. Reflections Contest also deserve congratulations for their efforts. 1. Request for Urey Middle School Voyager Overnight Camp Out: Following a motion by Mr. Hostetler, seconded by Mrs. Craft, the Board voted unanimously to grant the request for a Voyager Club overnight camp out at Indiana Dunes State Park on April 25 and 26. 1987. J. Financial Statement — March, 1987: Dr. Smith submitted copies of the March financial statement to the Board. He noted that appropriation balances are normal for this time of the year. Additionally, a second draw on the general fund temporary loan in the amount of SIOO,OOO was made on April 14, 1987. K. Others: 1. P.T.A. Nominations: Dr. Smith noted that he has been notified by the P.T.A. at Walkerton Elementary School and Urey Middle School that they are submitting the names of Betty Brown and Vera Tiani for P.T.A. Teacher of the Year. Also, Bill Norris has been nominated as P.T.A. Educator of the Year and Dick Reese has been nominated as P.T.A. Principal of the Year. Board members noted that all of these staff members should be pleased that they are held in such esteem by the P.T.A. members. 2. Following a motion by Mr. Hostetler, seconded by Mr. Ludwig, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following contracts: A. Randall Schmeltz, Adult Education Recreation. B. Alice Bostwick, temporary contract to fulfill a medical leave at Walketon Elementary School. NEXT MEETING DATE The Board will meet in executive session for the purpose of conducting personnel evaluations on April 21, 1987 at 7:30 p.m. in the library of Urey Middle School. The Board will meet in regular session on April 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the music room of Walkerton Elementary School.

The Board will meet in regular session on May 5, 1987 at 7:30 p.m. in the library of John Glenn High School. ADJOURNMENT Following a motion by Mrs. Craft, seconded by Mrs. Beem, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS RESOLUTION Whereas, it has been determined that it is now necessary to appropriate more money that was appropriated in the annual budget; now therefore: Be it resolved by the Board of School Trustees of John Glenn School Corporation, St. Joseph-Marshall-LaPorte Counties, Indiana, that for the expenses of said corporation the following additional sums of money are hereby appropriated and ordered set apart out of the several funds herein named and for the purposes herein specified, subject to the laws governing same: Amount Amount Requested Appropriated Cumulative Building Fund (Account Number 25420) (Project #14762) $125,000.00 $125,000.00 Adopted this 14th day of April. 1987. David W. Hostetler Pamela M. Craft Nilas L. Miller Jean Ann Beem William Millar Donald E. Ludwig Juanita M. Manuel Attest: Jean Ann Beem, Secretary, Board of Education Homemakers Spring Fling Thurs., May 14 The St. Joseph County Extension Homemakers annual Spring Fling will be held on Thursday. May 14, in the picturesque Vineyard Room of the Ramada Inn, in Roseland. The Extension Homemakers achievements of the past year will be recognized along with the public showing of our style show entries. An informative speaker will talk about “Pieces Os The Past” and the Extension Homemakers Country Chorus will perform. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the program from 10:00 a m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon. Reservations can be made through May 4 by sending a check for $5.75 made out to St. Joseph County Extension Homemakers to: Shirley Mason, 61521 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46614. Please include all the names of the people the check is making reservations for. “Ruling is easy, governing difficult." Goethe The Amazon River in South America is 4,000 miles long—longer than the highway route between New York City and San Francisco.