Meeting Details
October 26, 2021
6:30pm - 7:00pm
30 min
Gibson Southern High School -Media Center
Purpose
N/A
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Minutes
Janet McBee opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. In addition to Board members and administration, Angela Cooper of the South Gibson Teachers Association was in attendance as well as patrons of the district. Katie Lovell of the Princeton Daily Clarion was also present.
1.1
Open Public Meeting to discuss the 2021-22 Tentative Agreement with South Gibson Teachers Association and the South Gibson School Corporation
Minutes
Mrs. McBee opened the public meeting for the 2021-22 tentative contract agreement between the SGTA and SGSC. No comments were forthcoming. Tim Nurrenbern made a motion to close the hearing, received a second from Steve Gruszewski, and the hearing closed on a 7-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary
2.
PATRON CONCERNS
Minutes
Mrs. McBee opened the floor for patron concerns. John Brown of Haubstadt asked if Critical Race Theory is or is planned to be taught in South Gibson schools. Dr. Humbaugh assured him it is not now nor planned to be taught. Mr. Brown also asked about transgender bathrooms. Dr. Humbaugh told him we have worked with individuals when the opportunity has arisen. Mr. Brown was satisfied with these answers.
3.
REPORTS
Minutes
No reports were presented.
4.
CONSENT ITEMS
Minutes
Dr. Cox made a motion to approve the consent items as presented. Mike Bengert seconded the motion and the items passed on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board
Seconded: Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
4.1
Approve Minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting
4.2
PERSONNEL
4.2.1 RESIGNATIONS
4.2.2 ECA
4.2.2.1 Trista Teel, 6th Gr. Girls Volunteer Assistant Basketball Coach @ OCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.2 Tim Lewis, 6th Gr. Boys Volunteer Basketball Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.3 Nate Rich, 6th Gr. Boys Volunteer Assistant Basketball Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.4 J.D. Sorguis, 6th Gr. Boys Volunteer Assistant Basketball Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.5 Clint Coleman, 5th Gr. Volunteer Boys Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.6 Cody Schafer, 5th Gr. Volunteer Boys Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.7 Chantel Arnett, FBCS Volunteer Cheer Coach @ FBCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.8 Greg Wilson, Assistant Softball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.9 Ashtin Seaton, Volunteer Softball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.10 Don Rhodes, Volunteer Softball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.11 Beth Lewis, Volunteer Track Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.12 Brooke Hart, Volunteer Track Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.13 Mark Hackart, Girls 7th & 8th Gr. Volunteer Assistant Basketball Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.14 Annie Dunkel, Volunteer Assistant Cheer Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.15 Stacey Scherzer, Volunteer Assistant Cheer Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.16 Kendra Conner, Volunteer Assistant Cheer Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.17 Isiah Stafford, 7th Gr. Boys Basketball Coach @ HCS for 2021-22
4.2.2.18 Lance Flener, Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.19 Zach Pullum, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.20 Chad Lames, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.21 Chris Wilkerson, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.22 Dillon Whitten, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.2.23 Reed Farmer, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22f
4.2.2.24 Deron Spink, Volunteer Assistant Baseball Coach @ GSHS for 2021-22
4.2.3 EMPLOYMENT
4.2.3.1 Kendra Wade, Cafeteria Worker @ GSHS for 3 hrs per day effective 10/22/21
4.2.4 FMLA
4.2.4.1 Julie Hart, OCS
4.2.5 TRANSFERS
4.2.5.1 Becky Allen - Changing from 6 hrs/dy to 5 hrs/dy in Cafeteria at HCS effective 10/13/21
4.2.5.2 Brynn Blankenberger, Changing from 5 hrs/dy to 6 hrs/dy in Cafeteria at HCS effective 10/13/21
4.2.5.3 Lesa Bond, 1 to 1 Spec. Ed.Aide increase from 5.5 hrs to 6.5 hrs/dy effective 10/25/21
4.2.6 RETIREMENTS
4.2.6.1 Dr. Stacey Humbaugh, Superintendent, effective June 30, 2022
4.2.6.2 Elaine Tenbarge, Corporation Treasurer, effective May 27, 2022
4.3
CLAIMS
Minutes
Claims approved included:
Payroll
- Payroll dated October 8, 2021 $459,262.61
- Payroll dated October 22, 2021 $440,256.41
Vouchers
- Vouchers 58773-58790, 58791-58795, 58796-58991, 58992-58998, along with EFT for taxes and INPRS for $1,423,088.91.
5.
ACTION ITEMS
5.1
Approve the 2022 Budget as advertised
Minutes
David Lewis made a motion to approve the budget for 2022 as advertised. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion and the budget was approved on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. David Lewis, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
5.2
Adopt the Capital Projects Fund Plan as advertised for 2022
Minutes
Tim Nurrenbern made a motion to adopt the capital projects plan as advertised for 2022. Dr. Cox seconded the motion and the plan was adopted on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
5.3
Adopt the School Bus Replacement Plan as advertised for 2022
Minutes
Tim Nurrenbern made a motion to adopt the bus replacement plan for 2022. David Lewis seconded the motion and the plan was adopted on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. David Lewis, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
6.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
6.1
Move the December 21, 2021 Board meeting to December 14, 2021
Minutes
David Lewis made a motion to move the December board meeting from the 21st to the 14th of December 2021. Don Steinmetz seconded the motion and the meeting was moved on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. David Lewis, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
7.
ADMINISTRATIVE/BOARD CONCERNS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
7.1
November 15, 2021 - Regular Board meeting - 6:30 pm
Minutes
The Board was reminded the next Board meeting will be November 15, 2021.
8.
ADJOURNMENT
Minutes
With no more business to conduct, Steve Gruszewski made a motion to adjourn into the executive session at 6:42 p.m. Dr. Cox seconded the motion and the Board adjourned into executive session on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary
Seconded: Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Secretary | X | ||
| Mrs. Janet McBee, President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Tim Nurrenbern, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Lewis, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Conway Cox, Vice President of the Board | X | ||
| Mr. Don Steinmetz, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X |
