February 26,2007

The Regular Meeting/Workshop of the Board of Trustees of Boundary County School District No. 101 was convened at the above stated time and date, pursuant to authority provided by Section 33-510 and 67-2345, Idaho Code, and pursuant to affirmation by the clerk that written notice was conspicuously posted at the District Administration Office, Valley View, Naples, Evergreen, and Mt. Hall Elementary Schools, Bonners Ferry High School, Boundary County Middle School, Bonners Ferry Herald Office, and the Boundary County Courthouse on Thursday, February 1, 2007. Trustees had actual notice of the time and date of meeting via verbal and written communication.

Board Members Present: Chairman Melanie Staples, Vice-Chairman Tim Bertling and, Trustees Maria LaBarbera, Gil Hagen and Craig Wheatley.

Others Present: Robert DelGrosso, Curt Randall-Bayer, Dick Behrens, Jim Nash, Angela Armstrong, Walt Pippo, Brenda Walter, Ken Olson, Rob Kent, Carrick Remaley, Debbie Flory, Sharlene Anderson, Karen Ripatti, Vicki Downing, and Jillian Anderson. Exhibit 1

Dr. Bartling handed a letter to the Board from outside Auditor Leonard Schulte which stated he complimented the district for its student accounting. Exhibit 2

Dr. Bartling also briefly discussed summer school and eligibility of students, and the possibility of using Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA). He and Ken Olson will bring a proposal to the Board in March, so the Board can decide whether or not to hold summer school.

Craig Wheatley stated he is a supporter of the Riverside High School, but wondered how a student can graduate more quickly when they leave the regular high school. Vicki Downing stated that at Riverside they work quarters with 90 minute classes instead of semesters, so a student can complete two semester classes after two quarters of extended time. Debbie Flory stated that with only two credentialed teachers, they only follow the requirements of the State of Idaho for graduation and no more. They are focused on getting only the credits that the State of Idaho requires for graduation. Riverside Principal Ken Olson stated the district receives funding from the State of Idaho based on a 12 students to 1 teacher ratio. Debbie Flory stated there is a criterion that has to be met in order to attend Riverside High School. A student can not attend just to graduate early. Craig Wheatley asked if students are encouraged to go back to the Bonners Ferry High School. Debbie Flory replied yes, if it is in the best interest of the student. High School Principal Curt-Randall Bayer stated he visited with Principal Ken Olson and they are working on fine-tuning the screening of students who apply to attend Riverside High School. Debbie Flory and Vicki Downing explained that three out of five criteria need to be met in order to attend Riverside.

Chairman Melanie Staples reported on the Joint Powers Meeting held January 30, 2007 at the Kootenai River Inn. The meeting was well attended and concerns of all governmental entities of Boundary County were expressed.

Dr. Bartling discussed the visit by First Lady Lori Otter. She toured the elementary schools and read to the students at Naples Elementary and she stated she enjoyed her visit.

Dr. Bartling discussed the letter he sent to legislators regarding the school district’s dependence on Forest Funds and this is the last year that the District will receive them. He stated he is on the County Commissioners agenda to discuss Forest Funds, which impact both the school district and the county. (Clerk’s note: Enclosed with the minutes are copies of letters from U.S. Senator Mike Crapo and U.S. Representative Mike Simpson in response to Dr. Bartling’s letter.) Exhibits 3-5

Consent Agenda (Please call ahead regarding questions, changes or corrections)

C. Permission to Purge - Election Materials (May 16, 2006 Trustee Election) IC 33-407

1. Correction to Marilyn Piippo’s hours approved at the January 16, 2007 from 16 to 19 hours. She was approved as the new computer lab assistant at Valley View which is a 19 hour/week position.

2. David Carpenter as the Title I Instructional Aide effective January 29, 2007, fund 251, for 7 hours/day and .75 hour/per day GF Aide. Mr. Carpenter has over the 60 credits as required for the Title I position and qualifies for 3 years experience. The position is temporary with benefits; ending date May 31, 2007.

3. Tyler Zimmerman as Maintenance/Custodian at Mt. Hall Elementary effective January 29, 2007: 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, $9.98 per hour with benefits. General Fund.

4. Gina Brown as BFHS volunteer cheerleading coach for the remainder of the 2006-07 season.

5. Secretary III – Assistant to the Clerk-Treasurer Business Manager increase in hours to 575 (approximately 29 hours per week) for the balance of the 2006-07 school year effective February 7, 2007. Includes benefits, but not paid vacation; a total of 1493 hours/year effective 2007-08, still not qualify for paid vacation.

9. Marlaina Davy as Special Education Assistant effective 1/25/07 @ $8.53/hour, 4.75/hrs/day, no benefits. This is a temporary position ending 2006-07 school year. Title VI-B funds.

10. Tamara Hooper as Special Education Assistant effective 1/25/07 @ $9.13/hour, 3.25/hrs/day, no benefits (offered, but declined). This is a temporary position ending 2006-07 school year. Title VI-B funds.

Tim Bertling moved to approve the consent agenda. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.

Dr. Bartling recommended running the Supplemental Maintenance and Operations Levy Election on March 27, 2007, and request two years. He also recommended the Board hold a special meeting February 26, 2007 to decide on the amount of the levy request. He stated he would give a list of the requests submitted by administrators to the Board and he asked they return their recommendations as soon as possible. The consolidated list of requests is as follows:

Amount of Contingency Funds Needed to Cover 2006-07 Budget:						$81,013
Increase in Utilities/Maintenance Costs:						$100,000
Reinstate C-Teams:		From $15,000 to $5,000		(Request for VB only)		$5,000
Technology:
Staff Training Time for Implementation of Student Management:						$6,000
Staff Training Time for Implementation of Finance Management:						$1,000
Web Hosting - Title II-D grant no longer available						$6,500
Technology Depreciation Fund:			For Consideration		$237,700
District-Wide Ink Cartridges						$15,000
BFHS:
1.0 fte Social Studies Teacher:						$50,000
.5 PE Teacher: Increase to 1/7						$5,145
.5 Custodian:						$15,000
Computer Lab		For Consideration:		$42,000
For consideration: Increase in Math, Science & Senior Project:
BCMS:
1.0 fte Endorsed Librarian:						$50,000
1.0 fte Home Economics /Consumer Education Teacher:						$50,000
1.0 Industrial Technology/Woodworking Shop Teacher:						$50,000
Foreign Language Teacher:						$50,000
.5 Custodian:		*				$15,000
.5 Secretary:		*				$13,000
Remodel Girls Locker Room:			$11,000	Will use lockers available already
Replace Cafeteria Tables:						$8,800
Valley View:
1.0 fte Fifth Grade Teacher:						$50,000
For consideration: Full Day Kindergarten:
1.5 fte	$73,800	Tables, Chairs, Books, Supplies			$15,000
General District:
Assistant Maintenance/Substitute Bus Driver:						$20,000
Technology Depreciation Fund:						$50,000
All Elementary Schools: Security Systems:						$30,000
Curriculum:
Increase for Professional Development						$8,000
Increase for Testing Expenses						$5,000
Instructional Materials						$10,000
Curriculum and Spec. Ed Phone System:						$5,000
Evergreen & Naples: Cell Phone for Principal Use						$1,200
Three classroom assistants- @$7,500 each						$22,500
For consideration: 1 add'l princiipal:				$36,000
Food Service: One lap top computer						$1,200
Mt. Hall: For consideration: Full day kindergarten, .5 principal,						$724,358
funding for programs dropped due to reduction in Title I funding
Full time librarian, new playground equipment, new cafeteria tables

Tim Bertling moved to set Supplemental M&O Election for March 27, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. requesting a two year levy. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.

Maria LaBarbera asked to have a meeting or two before the special meeting. Tim Bertling moved to hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 26, 2007 to set levy amount. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.

Dr. Barlting handed out report of survey sent out to parents regarding the 4-day school week. Of the 388 parents who responded 79% are in favor of the 4-day school week. He recommended the Board approve the four-day school week. Maria LaBarbera stated she was disappointed that the Board excluded the patrons of the community. Dr. Bartling stated the parents have a vested interest and elected trustees represent the community. Craig Wheatley stated he has visited with patrons in his zone and he has based his decision on those discussions. Melanie Staples stated she has heard only one negative comment on the four-day school week and people have stopped her and asked that the Board not get rid of the four day week. Tim Bertling moved to continue the 4 Day School Week indefinitely. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried. Exhibit 6

2. Policy - Substitute Hiring Procedure 5701 & 5701F(4) & 5702 & 5702F & 5703 & 5705

Gil Hagen moved to approve the first reading of the above policies. Tim Bertling seconded. Motion carried.

Craig Wheatley moved to approve Thursday April 19^th, 2007 for April's regular Board meeting. Gil Hagen seconded. Motion carried.

VIII. Executive Session: Idaho Code 67-2345(a)(c) Personnel/Legal Report/Negotiations or Adjournment

Chairman Staples announced the next order of business would be discussion of personnel, negotiations and legal matters. After a full and complete discussion upon a motion duly made by Craig Wheatley and seconded by Tim Bertling, the following resolution be adopted:

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of Boundary County School District No. 101 recess from a public meeting into an executive session pursuant to Section 67-2345, Idaho Code, for discussion of personnel.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that following the executive session the board will reconvene in regular session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting. Vote being had on the above and foregoing resolution and the same having been counted and found to be no less than two-thirds (2/3) of the membership in favor thereof, the chairman declared said resolution adopted.

The trustees entered an executive session at 8:05 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2007 and returned at 8:47 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2007.

9:02 p.m. Craig Wheatley moved to adjourn. Maria LaBarbera seconded. Motion carried.