Board of Education Regular Meeting Agenda • August 15 2022

Posted bybuchananchroniclePosted inAll Issues, Buchanan, Community, Issue 36 - September 17 2022, Local Meetings, Schools, Spring
Submitted by Michelle Munyon, Executive Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Buchanan Community Schools

Please note that the Board of Education Meeting Agenda is posted below. At the end of the agenda, click on the link to take you to more detailed minutes of the meeting. Also, the meeting minutes will not be published in each issue of The Buchanan Chronicle, but instead as they are available.

  • Regular Meeting
  • 08/15/2022 6:00 PM
  • Buchanan High School Auditorium
  • 401 W. Chicago Street
  • Buchanan, MI 49107

Begin Agenda:

Call to Order

  • PRESIDENT: Dr. Burnett opened the meeting at 6:03pm

Pledge of Allegiance

  • Dr. Burnett led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call

  • PRESENT: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • ABSENT: K. Laesch
  • OTHERS PRESENT: Superintendent Patricia Robinson, Phil Place, Carrie Brunsting, Mark Kurland, Michael Babcock

Adoption of Agenda

  • MOTION by C. Carlson, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee the agenda for the board meeting of August 15, 2022 be adopted as written.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Recognition of Visitors

  • Mrs. Robinson welcomed Mr. Adam Burck from the Buchanan Senior Center as well as the new Moccasin Principal, Mr. Michael Babcock and his family.
  • J. Brackett, T. Myers, A. Burck

Closed Session – Student Discipline

  • MOTION by R. Writer, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee, the Buchanan Board of Education moves into closed session for a hearing on student discipline – Student #4552503561. Time 6:07pm
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Return to Open Session

  • MOTION by C. Carlson, SECONDED BY Member R. Writer, the Buchanan Board of Education resolves to return to open session. Time 6:29pm
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Student Reinstatement

  • MOTION by H. Burnett, SECONDED BY Member R. Writer, the Buchanan Board of Education approves the recommendation to reinstate student #4552503561 effective the first semester of the 2022-23 school year.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Points of Pride

  • Band Camp Week – Mrs. Robinson commended all involved with marching band for getting through a hot and humid week, spoke of their amazing performance on Friday and thanked students, staff, and parents for their hard work.
  • Buchanan Athletics Beginning – Meet the Teams night was well attended and was
    proud to show case our teams and talent.

Superintendent / Department Reports

  • Moccasin Principal, Mr. Michael Babcock – Mr. Babcock introduced himself and family to the board.
  • Buchanan Area Senior Center Executive Director, Mr. Adam Burck – Mr. Burck presented to the board and explained the ornament fundraiser.

Information/Reports & New Business

  • Human Resources Committee, August 3rd Meeting – Mrs. Berry updated the board that they discussed openings from resignations, new hires, position changes/transfers and the letter of agreement for the CAP classes.
  • Facilities Planning Committee, August 11′ Meeting – Mr. Carlson stated they spoke primarily on transportation and the request to donate/scrap two buses.
  • Curriculum & Planning Committee, August 11′ Meeting – Mrs. Writer shared they spoke of long-range plan for academic materials and progress.

Public Comment

  • None

Adoption of Consent Agenda

  • MOTION by R. Writer, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee, the Board of Education approves the consent agenda for the regular board meeting of August 15th, 2022 be adopted as written.
  1. Minutes:
    • 7-18-2022 Work Session
    • 7-18-2022 Regular Meeting
  2. Warrants:
    • Treasury & Expenditure Reports – July 2022
  3. Employment Contracts for 2022-23 School Year:
    • Miranda Capron, Interventionist
    • Sandra Emerick, Interventionist
    • Karen McGuirt, Interventionist
    • Dottie Prince. Interventionist
    • Donna Southwell. Interventionist
    • Christin Taylor, Interventionist
    • Jody Tittle. Interventionist
    • Donna Trigg, Interventionist
    • Douglas Zundel, Interventionist
    • Ryan Frontczak, Interventionist / Dean of Students
  4. Amended Employment Contract for Laura Morris
  5. Custodial & Operations Pay Rate Amendment
  6. Recommendations to Hire as submitted by:
    • Buchanan High School Principal, Mr. Brian Pruett
    • Transportation Supervisor, Mr. Nate Will
    • Superintendent, Mrs. Patricia Robinson
    • Buchanan Middle School Principal, Mrs. Shelby Beasley
Recommended EmployeeTitle
Jordan HurstInstrumental Music Aide
Lindsay AdamsMarching Band Percussion Instructor (contract attached)
Jacqueline TideyBHS Special Education Teacher
Jamie SchneckMarching Band Color Guard Instructor (contract attached)
Michael BabcockMoccasin Elementary Principal
Rosemarie RigginsSubstitute Bus Driver
Valerie PhillipsSubstitute Bus Driver
Erin Kratky6th & 7th Technology Teacher
  1. Coaching Recommendation for Fall 2022-23 submitted by Assistant Athletic Coordinator, Mr. Ryan Frontczak:
CoachPositionClass/LevelStep
Sarah Blair7th Grade Volleyball Coach71
Joshua WegenerMiddle School Cross Country Coach71
  1. Resignations:
    • Cindy Stacey, First Grade Teacher
    • Belinda Vaz, Moccasin Interventionist
    • Marion Hurd, Ottawa Administrative Assistant
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Buchanan Virtual Academy Graduation Certification

  • MOTION by C. Lee, SECONDED BY Member C. Carlson, upon satisfactory completion of district requirements for high school graduation, the board of education hereby approves:
    • Buchanan Virtual Academy Student:
      • Reem Kado
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Buchanan Virtual Academy Course Offerings 2022-23

  • MOTION by R. Writer, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee, the Buchanan Board of Education approves the courses for the 2022-23 school year to be offered through Buchanan Virtual Academy as submitted.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

2022-2023 Administrative Contracts

  • MOTION by C. Carlson, SECONDED BY Member R. Writer, the Buchanan Board of Education approves the annual district Administrative Contracts for the 2022-2023 school year from August 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

BEA Letter of Agreement – Athletic CAP Classes

  • MOTION by C. Lee, SECONDED BY Member K. Berry, the Buchanan Community Schools Board of Education approves the attached letter of agreement with the Buchanan Education Association for Athletic CAP Classes.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Transportation Letter of Agreement – Special Trip Assignment Process

  • MOTION by C. Carlson, SECONDED BY Member K. Berry, the Buchanan Community
    Schools Board of Education approves the attached letter of agreement with the
    Buchanan Community Schools Transportation Association for the Special Trip
    Assignment Process.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Use of Logo

  • MOTION by R. Writer, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee, the Buchanan Board of
    Education will allow the Buchanan Area Senior Center to use an image of
    Buchanan High School along with the Buck logo to create ornaments to sell.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Resolution to Call Bond Election

  • See Exhibits

Transportation Letter of Agreement – Housing Buses

  • MOTION by C. Lee, SECONDED BY Member R. Writer, the Buchanan Community
    Schools Board of Education approves the attached letter of agreement with the
    Buchanan Community Schools Transportation Association for the Housing of
    Buses.
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Donate / Scrap Buses

  • MOTION by C. Carlson, SECONDED BY Member C. Lee, the Buchanan Board of Education approves the following recommendations by Transportation Supervisor, Nate Will:
    • Donate/scrap Old Bus 8 – 2012 Blue Bird Vision
    • Donte/scrap Bus 11 – 2010 Blue Bird Vision
  • ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Lee, K. Berry, C. Carlson, S. Carlin, R. Writer, and H. Burnett
  • NAYS: None
  • MOTION ADOPTED

Questions & Comments from Board Members

  • Mr. Carlson thanked Mrs. Vaz and wished her a happy retirement.
  • Mrs. Berry also thanked Mrs. Vaz for her dedication to Buchanan.
  • Mrs. Writer wished Buchanan students much luck at the fair this week and wished all staff a great 2022-23 school year.
  • Dr. Carlin wished administrators much luck for the start of the school year.
  • Dr. Burnett thanked Mr. Babcock and board members for their dedication.

Next Board Meeting

  • Monday, Sepetmber 19th at 6pm.

Adjournment

  • 7:00 pm

You may view this meeting’s completed Board of Education Meeting Minutes on the Buchanan Community Schools website here.

Buchanan Community Schools Board of Education

Mission: Educating students for life-long success in their civic, academic, physical and social/emotional lives. 

Vision: To develop responsible, resilient, creative citizens capable of succeeding in a global society.

Beliefs: We Believe in providing a safe, supportive, respectful environment, opportunities for all students (options), student growth and achievement, and cooperative relationships among students, families, stakeholders and community members.

“We welcome you to a meeting of the Buchanan Community Schools Board of Education.
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the school district’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. 
There is a time for regular public participation during the meeting as indicated in agenda item H. If you wish to make a presentation to the Board, please fill out the Speaker Card and pass it to the Board President before item H on the agenda. 
Thank you for your support of Buchanan Community Schools!”

Members of the public may contact members of the school board to provide input or ask questions on any business that will come before the board. These items will also be shared with the Superintendent.

Official minutes of school board meetings are stored and available for inspection in the Superintendent’s Office. Meeting minutes are also posted on our district website under the Board of Education. www.buchananschools.com

Upon request to Michelle Munyon, the District shall make reasonable accommodations for a person with disabilities to be able to participate in the meeting.

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