Board of Education School Board Meeting
Southeast Valley Community School District
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Southeast Valley Central Office 6:30 PM
A public hearing was held at 6:25 PM regarding a proposal to convey the property described as Lot 1 in Parcel D in the Town of Boxholm, Boone County, Iowa to the City of Boxholm, Iowa for $1,250.00 and other good and valuable consideration. A copy of the proposal may be reviewed at the District administrative offices located at 1111 Beek Street, Gowrie, IA, 50543.
The Board of Education of Southeast Valley Community School District met in a regular session. President Miller called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM
Roll Call:
Shannon Miller, Allan Wicklein, Katie VanSickle, Sean Stewart, Jeff Ackerson, Jim Carlson, Joni Hefley Absent: None
Motionby Wicklein,secondedby Hefley toapprove theconsentitems. Consentitemsincludeagenda,minutesfromprior meeting,payment of bills presented,personnelchanges, and anyopenenrollmentrequests.
Personnelincludedthefollowing:
Resignation: None at this time.
Hiring:
• Jason Slinker and Danny Lee as volunteer HS Wrestling Coaches
• Austin Heinsius – MS Girls Basketball
• Approval of 10 paid vacation days for Hourly Staff
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Committee reports: -
School Improvement – None at this time
Public Relations– None at this time
Facilities & Grounds– Additional discussion regarding pavement work that needs to be done at the Farnhamville building
Negotiations/Finance – None at this time.
Transportation – None at this time.
Administrative reports were given. Information is available in the Central Office
Motion by VanSickle,seconded by Stewart toapprove thefinancialsas presented.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Motion by Carlson,seconded by Stewart toadjourn.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Board of Education School Board
Annual OrganizationalMeeting
Southeast Valley Community School District
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Southeast Valley Central Office 6:30 PM
The Board of Education of Southeast Valley Community School District met in a regular session. The meeting was called to order by Board Secretary, Lisa Willardson at 6:30 PM
Roll Call:
Shannon Miller, Allan Wicklein, Katie VanSickle, Sean Stewart, Jeff Ackerson, Jim Carlson, Joni Hefley Absent: None
Motion by Wicklein,seconded by Stewart tonominate Shannon Miller as Board President and that all other nominations cease. Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
The Oath of Office was administered to Shannon Miller. President Miller resumed the running of the meeting.
Motion by Ackerson,seconded by VanSickle tonominate Alan Wickleinas BoardVicePresident and that all other nominations cease.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
The Oath of Office was administered to Alan Wicklein.
Motion by Carlson,seconded by Hefley tonominate Lisa Willardsonas BoardSecretary/Treasurer and that all other nominations cease.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
The Oath of Office was administered to Lisa Willardson.
Motion by Wicklein,seconded by Ackerson tohold meetings on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm in theCentral Office.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Motion by Wicklein,seconded by Ackerson tohold meetings on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm in theCentral Office.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Motion by Stewart,seconded by Hefley tomake the Gowrie News the official paper of thedistrict. Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Jim Carlson was appointed as the Webster County Board Representative.
Motion by Carlson,seconded by Stewart toapprove the requests for modified allowable growth for Open Enrollment outin the amount of $221,606, the amount for increased enrollment of $3957 and the EL Excess Cost of $42,786. Resolution below. Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Approval for SBRC Modified Supplemental Amount –
OE out = $221,606, increased enrollment = $3957, and EL deficit of $42786.39 Resolution to Request Additional Allowable Growth and Supplemental Aid for Increased Enrollment and Increased Open Enrollment Out
WHEREAS, the Southeast Valley Community School District has experienced an increase in student enrollment and a rise in the number of students open enrolling out for the 2024-2025 year, resulting in a financial impact on the district; and
WHEREAS, the certified enrollment count conducted on October 1, 2024 for the 2024- 2025 school year reflects an increase of .5 students when compared to the previous school year; and
WHEREAS, the district seeks to meet its financial obligations to serve all enrolled students while addressing the financial adjustments caused by the increased open enrollment out; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code Section 257.31 permits districts to request modified allowable growth and supplemental aid for these circumstances;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Southeast Valley Community School District, as follows:
1. The Board of Education approves the submission of an SBRC request for additional allowable growth and supplemental aid to address the budgetary impact of: a. Increased enrollment of .5 students, in the amount of $3,957; and
b. Increased open enrollment out, in the amount of $221,606.
2. The Superintendent, Board Secretary, and other appropriate personnel are authorized to complete and submit all necessary forms and documentation required by the SBRC to finalize this request.
3. The Board affirms its commitment to responsibly managing district resources while advocating for adequate funding to ensure high-quality education for all students. PASSED AND APPROVED this 20 th day of November, 2024.
A conversation was held regarding the Needs Assessment that the school is required to do every 5 years under Iowa Code 280.12(2). Katie will work with Brian to put together the assessment questions.
Motion by Wicklein,seconded by VanSickle tofinalize the sale of the Boxholm lot tothe City of Boxholm. Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Motion by Stewart,seconded by Ackerson to allow the use of the school for a non-school sponsored NYC Community Trip.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
Motion by Stewart,seconded by Ackerson to approve the overnight trip for All State Choir trip to AmesNov 21-23, and the Honor Choir in Waverly Jan 26-27.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0
The nextmeeting will be December 18th at 6:30 PM.
Motion by VanSickle,seconded by Ackerson to adjourn.
Ayes: Miller, Wicklein, Stewart, VanSickle, Ackerson, Carlson, Hefley
Nays: None
Motion carries7-0