Meeting Details
June 17, 2025
6:30pm - 7:00pm
30 min
Gibson Southern High School - Media Center
Purpose
N/A
Minutes
Michael Bengert called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. In addition to Board members and Administration, Steve Schaefer of Garmong, Brad Schmitt of 3I Engineering, Erik Long of Ice Miller, Megan Gibson of BakerTilly, and Angela Cooper of the South Gibson Teachers Association, as well as Corporation Attorney Pam Partenheimer, were present, along with patrons of the school corporation.
Minutes
The floor was opened for Patron Concerns and Agenda Item comments. None were voiced.
Budget impacts of legislation: We are starting to receive guidance from state agencies on the impacts of new legislation and will be digesting it as we can. Attached are the latest from DLGF concerning budgeting matters and property tax referenda, local income taxes, and controlled projects.
ISBA published a digest of the new legislation, which is also attached.
Broad outline of the budget 2026: I had hoped to include an overview this month, but I am not comfortable giving out anything that would be considered gospel at this time.
Using one of our donation funds, we have adjusted the accounts of Free and Reduced students. The amount of the adjustments was a total of $942.17. We are continuing to work on this as there is still a negative balance of $5,318.59.
Additionally, you will find a Continuing Disclosure statement that provides information about the tax base and tax rate.
The final item is a printout of state support SGSC has received during the fiscal year ending 30 June 2025 which shows each category of revenue along with a total of each month.
Minutes
The Board received information on the May financial and cafeteria reports, as well as memos and information regarding recently passed state legislation that will impact taxpayers and the school corporation.
Minutes
Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the consent items as presented. Benson Davenport seconded the motion, and the action passed on a vote of 5-0-1. Dr. Amanda Phillips, Assistant Principal at Fort Branch Community School and Owensville Community School, who was hired in May, was introduced by Dr. Perry.
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
4.2.1 RESIGNATIONS
4.2.1.1 Aliyah Strange, Teacher @ OCS, effective 5/21/25
4.2.1.2 Tricia Snow, Teacher @ FBCS effective 5/21/25
4.2.1.3 Brian Snow, Teacher @ FBCS effective 5/21/25
4.2.2 ECA
4.2.2.1 Tona Smith, 8th Gr. Volleyball Coach @ FBCS - 25-26
4.2.2.2 Kiana Mosser, 7th Gr. Volleyball Coach @ FBCS for 25-26
4.2.2.3 Sarah Spindler, Athletic Director for OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.4 Luke Simmons, Volunteer Football Coach @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.5 Sarah Spindler, 8th Gr. Volleyball Coach @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.6 Madelyn Spindler, 7th Gr. Volleyball Coach @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.7 Phil Minnis, Band (Grade Music) @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.8 Courtney Kuester, Yearbook Sponsor @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.9 Sarah Spindler, Student Council Sponsor @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.10 Derek Allen, Volunteer After the Bell Sponsor @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.2.11 Alexis Rusch, Volunteer Art Club Sponsor @ OCS for 25-26
4.2.3 EMPLOYMENT
4.2.3.1 Luke Simmons, PE Teacher at GSHS effective 8/5/25
4.2.3.2 Makenzie Price, Social Studies Teacher at FBCS effective 8/5/25
4.2.3.3 Tim Alcorn Social Studies Teacher at OCS effective 8/5/25
4.2.3.4 Michelle Mantonya, English Teacher at GSHS effective 8/5/25
4.2.3.5 Maddelyn Garnett, ELA Teacher @ OCS effective 8/5/25
4.2.3.6 Mahala Burger, HQ Special Education Aide at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.7 Sherry Wilson, HQ Special Education Aide at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.8 Shannon Hall, HQ Special Education Aide at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.9 Carla Kuhlenschmidt, HQ Special Education Aide at OCS for 7.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.10 Rebecca Fishback - Title I Aide at OCS for 7.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.11 Jessica Anderson, Title I Aide at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.12 Mariah Schmitt, HQ ELL Aide at OCS for 7.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.13 Cheyenne Hudson, HQ PK Aide at OCS for 7.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.14 Kaitlyn Parker, HQ PK Aide at OCS for 7.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.15 Becki Penner, Cafeteria Manager at OCS for 7.25 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.16 Lisa Compton, Cafeteria Worker at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.17 Teri Barrett, Cafeteria Worker at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.18 Amanda Estep, Cafeteria Worker at OCS for 5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.19 Allison Stunkel, Nurse at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.20 Heather Scott, Librarian at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.21 Brittney Abel, HQ Life Skills Aide at OCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.22 Amber Helm, Life Skills Aide/PK Aide at OCS for 7.25 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.23 Chelsi Kyger, HQ Life Skills Aide at OCS for 7.25 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.24 Lynne Adams, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.25 Chris Clem, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.26 Crystal Deen, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.27 Melissa Foster, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 3.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.28 Robin Hale, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.29 Kristina Harper, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.30 Audrey Hillard, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 3.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.31 April Maikranz, Head Cook at GSHS for 8 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.32 Angela Moore, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 6.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.33 Terry Taylor, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 5.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.34 Debra Yancey, Cafeteria Worker at GSHS for 4.0 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.35 Cynthia Owen, Spec. Needs Aide for GCSS for 8 hrs for 3 days a week at Holy Cross effective 8/6/25
4.2.3.36 Kaitlynn Mullen, Special Needs Aide for HCS for 8 hrs effective 8/6/25
4.2.3.37 Becky Allen, Cafeteria Worker at HCS for 3 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.38 Karen Morris, Cafeteria Worker at HCS for 5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.39 Rhea Cox, Cafeteria Worker at HCS for 5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.40 Tina Thomas, Cafeteria Worker at HCS for 6 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.41 Stephanie Boyd, Cafeteria Manager @ HCS for 8 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.42 Lesa Bond, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 6.75 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.43 Brittan Bush, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 8 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.44 Cortney Daugherty, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 7.5 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.45 Tina Hale, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 7 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.46 Aeriann Kieffer, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 8 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.47 Susan Morgan, HQ Special Needs Aide @ HCS for 7.75 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.48 Angela Pohl, HQ Classroom Aide @ HCS for 7.25 hrs for 25-26
4.2.3.49 Jessica Mattingly,. Behavior Tech @ HCS for 8 hrs for 25-26
4.2.4 FMLA
4.2.4.1 - Employee #20194 FMLA request on file
4.2.5 TRANSFERS
4.2.5.1 Alisha Tichenor, English/Lang. Arts/Literature Teacher at FBCS effective 8/5/25
4.2.5.2 Jennifer Lintzenich, Special Ed. Teacher at OCS effective 8/5/25 (181 day contract)
4.2.5.3 Amy Norris, Returning from LTD effective 8/5/25
4.2.6 RETIREMENTS
Minutes
Claims approved included:
Payrolls
May 23, 2025, for $692,498.09
June 5, 2025, for $7,000.00
June 6, 2025, for $614,403.17
Payables, including checks 66804-66846 for $857,550.67, ACH & EFT, along with checks 66487-66964 for $2,500,207.13
These prices were presented in the May 2025 meeting. The prices are in line with other districts.
Minutes
Rachael Hileman made a motion to approve the cafeteria prices as presented. Robin Angermeier seconded the motion, and the action passed on a vote of 6-0.
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
On June 18, 2025, an Ed Flex Waiver will be filed with the Indiana Department of Education. This waiver is requesting approval for our district to carry over an additional $1884.15 above the normal allowability of 15% of unspent Title I funds to the next school. The additional funds will be applied to salaries or supplies to directly support Title 1 students in our district.
Minutes
Steve Gruszewski made a motion to approve the filing of a waiver. Benson Davenport seconded the motion, and the action passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the handbooks as presented. Eric Davenport seconded the action and the motion passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary 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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Policy Analytics will undertake an analysis of factors influencing the assessed valuation [AV] for the
South Gibson taxing districts. This analysis will include a review of historical AV trends by property
class.
Policy Analytics will develop a tax base forecast for the South Gibson taxing districts, informed by past tax base growth and current development trends. These projections will include district, unit, and fund-level analysis reporting.
Using its proprietary parcel-based property tax model, Policy Analytics will estimate the circuit breaker
implications and provide circuit breaker projections under reasonable levy and assessed value growth scenarios for South Gibson and overlapping taxing districts through 2035.
Using its calculated circuit breaker estimates, Policy Analytics will provide “net property tax revenue” projections for South Gibson for relevant years.
Policy Analytics will provide representative taxpayer analysis and illustrations for the requested
scenarios.
Policy Analytics will summarize the outcomes of the analysis into a report format and present the findings, at the requested intervals, to the school administrative leadership.
Minutes
Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the Property Tax Analysis service from Policy Analytics. Robin Angermeier seconded the action and the motion passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
With the early Board meeting dates in June and July, as well as vacations, processing bills is challenging. I ask permission from the Board to write checks and have them approved in the next Board meeting this summer.
Minutes
Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the payment of bills between the June and July Board meetings. This was seconded by Eric Harper and passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary 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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Under IC 20-26-7, before a school corporation finances more than $1,000,000 to build, repair, or alter a school building, it must hold a public hearing at which explanations of the potential value of the project to the School Corporation and community are given. The hearing is open to the public to comment.
This project encompasses the construction of a multi-purpose facility, site improvements throughout the School Corporation, and the purchase of equipment and technology (collectively, the "Project").
Minutes
Attorney Pam Partenheimer opened the Project Hearing at 6:50 PM and asked for any public comments. No one chose to speak about the project.
Megan Gibson of BakerTilly walked the Board through financing scenarios.
Minutes
Attorney Pam Partenheimer read the Project Resolution to the Board and patrons. Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the Project Resolution, and Eric Harper seconded the motion. The Board passed the resolution on a 6-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary 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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Attorney Pam Partenheimer read the Preliminary Bond Resolution to the Board and patrons. Steve Gruszewski made a motion to approve the Preliminary Bond Resolution, and Robin Angermeier seconded the motion. The Board passed the resolution on a 6-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Attorney Pam Partenheimer read the Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures to the Board and patrons. Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures, and Rachael Hileman seconded the motion. The Board passed the resolution on a 6-0 vote.
Robin Angermeier then made a motion to close the Project Hearing, Steve Gruszewski seconded the action, and the Hearing ended at 7:15 PM on a vote of 6-0.
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
We are required by statute to screen all K-2 students for dyslexia using an approved screener. The IDOE provides a list of approved screeners. We are recommending Amplify mClass with Dibels after consultation with selected district teachers. The cost will 6,416.72 for the year. The formative assessment grant will be released in July and we intend to offset or cover the cost of the required material from the grant.
Minutes
Returning to regular business, Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the Amplify mClass proposal made by Dr. Perry. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion, and the motion passed 6-0.
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Robin Angermeier made a motion to approve the summer school contracts as presented. Steve Gruszewski seconded the motion, and the action passed on a vote of 6-0.
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
The legislature in SEA 287 requires a resolution on board member salary. The new statute creates a maximum salary of 10% of the lowest salaried full time teacher. The lowest salary for a teacher will be $45,000 as set by the legislature this spring.
Minutes
After the discussion, Eric Harper made a motion to keep the current Board stipend and revisit the policy in July 2026 when a new legislative directive is expected to be issued. Robin Angermeier seconded, and the motion passed 6-0 to keep the stipend as it is currently.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Dr. Perry gave an update on the good pass rates our students are achieving, as well as students competing in state competitions. He also reported that enrollment projections are looking strong for the next school year.
Minutes
With no more business to conduct, Steve Gruszewski made a motion to adjourn, and Rachael Hileman seconded the motion. The Board adjourned on a vote of 6-0 at 7:30 PM
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
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 | |||
Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |