Meeting Details
March 18, 2025
6:30pm - 7:00pm
30 min
Gibson Southern High School
Purpose
N/A
Minutes
Mike Bengert called the meeting to order. In addition to Board members and Administration, representatives of 3 I Engineering, Angela Cooper of the South Gibson Teachers Association, and Principals Tasha Jourdan and Dr. Nicole Alcorn were present.
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Mike Bengert opened the floor for any patron concerns but none were raised.
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The Board received information on February financial and cafeteria reports.
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Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the consent items as presented. Stacy McClellan seconded the motion and the action passed on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Stacy McClellan, Board Member
4.2.1 RESIGNATIONS
4.2.2 ECA
4.2.2.1 Kasey Knaebel, Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.2 Shawna Riggs, Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.1 Jerry Aydt, Volunteer Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.2 Eric Harper, Volunteer Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.3 Brad Chandler, Volunteer Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.4 Stu Parks, Volunteer Assistant Track Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.3 EMPLOYMENT
4.2.3.1 Meredith Urbina, Teacher @ OCS effective 3/18/25 to a regular teaching contract
4.2.3.2 Katerina Shade, ENL Paraprofessional Aide @ FBCS effective 3/11/25
4.2.4 FMLA
4.2.5 TRANSFERS
4.2.6 RETIREMENTS
Minutes
Claims approved included:
Payrolls
February 28, 2025, for $620,420.87
March 14, 2025, for $581,477.41
Checks 66359-66469, along with ACH and EFT in the amount of $1,423,787.61
We request the board approve the 2026-27 school calendar.
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Stacy McClellan made a motion to approve the 26-27 calendar as presented. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion and the item passed 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Stacy McClellan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
School Pysch's continue to be difficult to attract. We recommend remaining with Mindful Growth as our contracted provider for 2025-26. The cost is $148,000 an increase of $4,000 dollars over this year. Approximately 33% of the contract will be paid by East Gibson to meet their needs.
Minutes
Rachael Hileman made a motion to approve the contract as listed. Robin Angermeier seconded the motion and the action passed 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Seconded: Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
American Fidelity offers employees the opportunity to invest their HSA accounts in a variety of mutual funds, potentially earning more over time. Currently HSA funds are limited to a fixed percentage income through LIberty. Those who choose to participate can invest dollars above $2,500 into mutual fund options. Employees will have the option to remain with Liberty our current provider. New employees will become part of American Fidelity upon hiring. Employees will have 24/7 access via the AFmobile app.
Minutes
Robin Angermeier made a motion to add this HSA option for employees. Benson Davenport seconded the motion and the action passed 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board
Seconded: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
We recommend the adoption of K-8 literacy materials from Savas that meet the state required science of reading mandate. Dr. Pete Humbaugh led a committee of teachers and parents in review of material options. The dollars are set aside in textbook funds. We have not adopted in many years are due for updated materials. The cost will be $295,907.22 for a 6 year adoption cycle.
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Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the science of reading textbook adoption. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion and the action passed on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
We propose moving to CIESC to provide our video training. The cost for 500 users is $1,800. The move will save money over the previous provider.
Minutes
Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the CIESC agreement which Racheal Hileman seconded. The action passed on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
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Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the policies as presented. Stacy McClellan seconded the motion and the action passed on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board
Seconded: Stacy McClellan, Board Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
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Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the Sonitrol/Maxitrol agreements as presented. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion and the action passed 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
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Rachael Hileman made a motion to approve the transfer as presented. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion and the action passed 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Update board on design of multi purpose building.
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The current design of the proposed GSHS multi-purpose building was shared with the Board. After much discussion, a consensus was reached on the design. Darryl Angermeier will be our clerk of the works and will engage the services of CMC to assist in cost control.
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With no further business to conduct, Benson Davenport made a motion to adjourn. Rachael Hileman seconded the motion and the Board adjourned at 7:35 PM on a vote of 7-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | X | ||
Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |