Ashton Franklin Center Community Unit School District 275 Board met March 25.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
The AFC Board of Education met in regular session on March 25, 2019. The meeting was brought to order by President, Bob Colwell at 7:00pm in the JHHS Library. Members present were: Bob, Cindy, Chad, Mark, Tim, Amy & Tiffany. Admin present: Mr. Zick, Mrs. Dillon, Mrs. Warrenfeltz.
Motion was made by Tim, seconded by Mark to accept Consent Agenda items A-H as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Liaison Reports
OCEC: Amy reported that due to lack of School Pscyhologist, they have been utilizing online sessions. They are also looking into Financial Accounting Software.
IASB: NW Division Spring meeting review: “Unlearning” and e-learning
Technology: Joe has been busy with port switches, wifi controllers, updating firmware, setting up PARCC, Senior pictures and website issues.
FFA Alumni: Next meeting 3/26
FFA Report: FFA Advisor Mrs. Viall presented review of past and upcoming activities, workshops, contests, conferences and service activities, as well as the annual banquet.
PTC: Breakfast with a Buddy April 5, Supply Kits, Teacher Appreciation and they have received 2 applications for PTC scholarships.
Athletic Boosters: Reviewed their fall fundraiser, renting NIU facility for AFC baseball and softball teams to use, looking into a beer and wine tour fundraiser
Recognition of Registered Visitors - none
Superintendent’s Report
WACC and OCEC: as submitted.
Financial Report: we are still in very good shape, right in line with the budget
Disposal of Middle School Items: Mr. Zick presented his plan and timeline
Jr. Tackle Football: will have a recommendation next month with financials and details. 2019-2020 Enrollment: Kindergarten enrollment looked to be only 20, but as of today it’s up to 26-28, so no discussion needed at this time.
2019-2020 Coaching Assignments: FYI only
Principals’ Reports – as submitted except as added below
Mrs. Dillon: preparing for Honors Night
Mrs. Warrenfeltz: Sample pictures of Sensory Hallway to be developed at ES; Reading Raiders; Reviewed highlights of aimswebb reading skills plan; Thanked Reynolds Church and Cindy Knight for their donation of a very nice Ellison Machine.
Old Business - none
New Business
Motion made by Tim, seconded by Mark to approve the FFA Cooperative request as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Tiffany to approve the $45,000 bid from Abel Plus Services for asbestos removal in the Science Rooms as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion made by Mark, seconded by Amy to approve bid by George Duncan for $16,100 for Sale of the AFC Middle School Building and Lots 3&4 at 318 E. South Street in Franklin Grove, IL as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Chad to approve the 2019-2020 Public School Calendar as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Tiffany, seconded by Amy to approve the 2019-2010 Student Handbook as presented. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Chad to move April Board Meeting to April 22nd at 7pm. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Tim to go into Executive Session at 7:57pm. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Board returned to Regular Session at 8:17pm.
Motion was made by Tim, seconded by Tiffany to approve the following certified staff for continued employment as follows:
Penny Thomas, Special Education Teacher – Offer Tenure Kelly Viall, HS Ag Teacher – Offer Tenure
Kim Waters, Spanish Teacher – Offer 3rd Year Contract Rebecca Engelbarts, Science Teacher – Offer 2nd Year Contract
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Tim to approve the continued employment of the following certified staff in their 2019-2020 Coaching assignments:
Brad Winterland, Head Varsity Football Coach Greg Cissna, Head Varsity Baseball Coach Travis Stauffer, Sophomore Baseball Coach
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion made by Chad, seconded by Tiffany to table the vote on Non-certified staff coaching positions for 2019-2020. Motion carried by 4-3 roll call vote, with Bob, Mark & Amy voting no.
Motion was made by Amy, seconded by Mark to approve the dismissal of Seth Heitter. Motion carried by 5-2 roll call vote, with Chad and Tiffany voting no.
Motion was made by Mark, seconded by Chad to approve the hiring of the following Non- certified staff:
Gloria Hoffer, Bus Driver: AM Oregon route and sub for other routes.
Ken Scott, Asst. Varsity Football Coach for 2019 season. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion was made by Chad, second by Tiffany to adjourn the meeting at 8:25pm. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
http://www.afcschools.net/sites/default/files/BoardMin032519.pdf
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