BOARD MINUTES

Rising Sun-Ohio County Community School Corporation

January 8, 2008

The regular session of the Board of School Trustees was held as advertised on January 8, 2008 at 7:24 P.M. in the administration building. Members present were Tim Adams, Jamie Bell, Felix Massey III, Corey Potts, Tim Elbright and Superintendent Stephen Patz. Also present were Robert White, Karen Lovern, Leigh Ann Craig, Kelli Keith, Gloria Holland and Jamie Works.

Meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Tim Elbright completed the Oath of Office which was witnessed by notary Kelli Keith.

The Superintendent acted as Temporary Chairperson to receive nominations for the Board President for the 2008 calendar year. Mr. Patz received the nomination of Jamie Bell for Board President from Felix Massey III. Tim Adams seconded the nomination. Corey Potts motioned to close the nominations with Tim Elbright seconding the motion. Jamie Bell was elected by unanimous vote.

Board President Jamie Bell received nominations for Vice President. Tim Adams nominated Felix Massey III for the position. Corey Potts motioned to accept the nomination and was seconded by Tim Elbright. Felix Massey III was elected by unanimous vote.

Tim Adams nominated Corey Potts for the position of Secretary. Tim Elbright motioned to accept the nomination and was seconded by Tim Adams. Corey Potts was elected by unanimous vote.

Mr. Patz recommended renewing the appointment of Kelli Keith as Corporation Treasurer. Upon motion by Felix Massey III and seconded by Corey Potts to accept the recommendation, members voted as follows: Aye – Tim Elbright, Tim Adams, Felix Massey III, Corey Potts, and Jamie Bell.

Minutes were approved by signature.

Claims were reviewed and after a brief discussion were approved by signature.

Mr. Patz presented a letter of resignation as bus driver from Myrle White. Mr. White has accepted a position at AEP in Lawrenceburg. Mr. Patz noted that Mr. White has done a nice job and recommends accepting the resignation with regret. Upon motion by Felix Massey III and seconded by Tim Adams to accept the recommendation, members voted as follows: Aye – Felix Massey III, Tim Adams, Tim Elbright, Corey Potts and Jamie Bell.

The Superintendent presented a recommendation from Noel Bostic for the position of High School Girls’ Track Coach to be filled by Chandra Phillips. Mrs. Phillips is a OCEMS Kindergarten Teacher and was Middle School Girls’ Cross-Country Coach this past fall and has other experience with various sports. Upon motion by Corey Potts and seconded by Tim Elbright to accept the recommendation, members voted as follows: Aye – Corey Potts, Tim Elbright, Tim Adams, Felix Massey III, and Jamie Elbright.

Mr. Patz presented a letter of resignation from Paula Scudder, High School Special Education Aide. Mr. Patz noted Mrs. Scudder has been an aide for several years and has done a nice job. Upon motion by Tim Adams and seconded by Felix Massey III to accept the recommendation, members voted as follows: Aye – Tim Adams, Felix Massy III, Tim Elbright, Corey Potts, and Jamie Bell.

The Superintendent presented a bus driver contract for Clifford Shanks for the route opened by the resignation of Mr. White. Mr. Patz noted that Mr. Shanks is currently driving a route with his wife and subs for the corporation. Upon motion by Felix Massey III and seconded by Corey Potts to approve the contract, members voted as follows: Aye – Felix Massey III, Corey Potts, Tim Adams, Tim Elbright, Jamie Bell.

Mr. Patz noted there were several teacher and ECA contracts to sign after the meeting has adjourned.

Leigh Ann Craig presented a report on the High School/ Ivy Tech Community College Relationship. Mrs. Craig stated the RSHS is exploring offering Pre-calculus, Calculus, Physics, and Introduction to Engineering Design Principles for the 2008-09 school year with dual credits with Ivy Tech Lawrenceburg. Students taking these courses would be getting high school credits and college credits for the classes through Ivy Tech. This would also help fill requirements for students working for the Core 40 and Honor Diplomas. Mrs. Craig presented an example of an Ivy Tech Memorandum of Understanding for Dual Credit along with an information sheet. (on file)

Jamie Works presented a report on the Health and Wellness Program. She presented a listing of what has happened since August such as weekly health tips, infection control updates on the school website, biggest loser sessions, mobile dentist visit, information sent home on HPV vaccinations to name a few. A few of the items yet to happen are the K-5 Health Fair, visit from a dental hygienist, Health Fair for staff and nutrition activities. Mrs. Works is currently giving CPR training once a month with every staff member to be trained in CPR and the use of the defibrillator before the end of school.

Mr. Patz presented a proposal from Triangle Design L.L.C. to address three wings at the OCEMS that need permanent cabinetry. There was a brief discussion on the type of cabinetry to be used in the different wings, quality of material, and staff involvement. After a review of the proposal, upon motion by Felix Massey III and seconded by Corey Potts to accept the proposal, members voted as follows: Aye – Felix Massey III, Corey Potts, Tim Adams, Tim Elbright, and Jamie Bell.

Future projects to review are the high school roof, fencing and the drainage of the little league ball field. There was a brief discussion concerning the scrolling sign at the high school and the profit it has generated for the athletic department and the meeting scheduled at the end of the month concerning the Summer Program.

There was a brief discussion on transporting students to the day cares. Mrs. Holland was glad to report that since bus service ceased effective January 1, 2008, the day cares have managed very well with some assistance with teacher aides and high school students that work at the day cares.

The Board of School Trustees of the Rising Sun-Ohio County Community School Corporation did not discuss any subject matter in executive session other than the topic specified in the public notice.

The meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M.