September 2007 Regular Meeting
by Beth Doht
September 12, 2007
September 10, 2007
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The Board of Education of the Lyons-Decatur School District No. 20 met in regular session on Monday, September 10, 2007, in the secondary library. Present were C Anderson, J Anderson, Borchman-Hassebrook, Brehmer, Christiansen, Davis, Preston, and Vlach and Administrators Hansen and Smith. Excused Absence: Kellogg.
The duly publicized meeting was opened at 7:43 p.m. and acknowledgement of receipt of notice and agenda was taken by roll call.
The Board welcomed new teachers present Gary Loftis, Joni Hegge, Melissa Brokaw, and LeeAnn Smith.
Karlyn Miller and Brittney Doht, representing Student Council, gave a powerpoint presentation to the Board showing the new changes around the school along with current events happening this week.
Superintendent’s report included enrollment numbers and no cross country participation this year. Superintendent Hansen asked for Board direction on procedures for students who have not met the requirements for graduation.
Discussion began on whether Lyons-Decatur Northeast will play 11 or 8 man football for the 2008-2010 seasons. Activity Director Bruce Knaak and football coach Kevin Anderson were in attendance to present their views.
Principal Smith gave his report on the Elementary open house, the 2nd and 3rd grade field trip to the water tower, and activity reports. Under school improvement Smith talked about the Health and Wellness Committee, the statewide writing assessment and the placement of a flat screen tv in the lobby showing student activities and announcements. The Lyons-Decatur Northeast Foundation will be contributing to this project.
Mr. Wantz reported on the Class of 2007 ACT scores and the comparisons to the state and national scores with Lyons-Decatur Northeast students excelling in comparison.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved and the treasurer’s report was accepted.
The following motions were made and approved:
1. General Fund claims in the amount $255,233.66
2. Adopted the Board of Education resolution pertaining to the tax request resolution.
3. Approve the move to 8 man football beginning with the 2008 season.
4. Adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m.
