OROVILLE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
April 2, 2008
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Mr. Bruce, called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m., Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Prospect High School.
Board Members Present: Dave Bruce, Steven Rocchi and Brenda Harris
Administrators Present: Dwayne Robinson, Superintendent, Susan Watts, Assistant Superintendent/CBO and Corey Willenberg, Assistant Superintendent/Principal of Oroville Adult Education
· Personnel-Gov’t. Code 54957 [Public employee employment/discipline/dismissal]
· Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated or Existing Litigation—Gov’t. Code Section 54956.9 [Case name unspecified because disclosure would jeopardize negotiations]
· Conference with Labor Negotiators—Gov’t. Code Sec. 54957.6 [OSTA/CSEA: Dwayne Robinson, Superintendent, designated representative]
· Pupil Discipline—California Education Code Sections 48918/35146
Mr. Hottell arrived at 5:35 p.m. Mrs. MacIntyre arrived at 5:38 p.m.
At 6:12 p.m., the board reconvened to Open Session. In Closed Session, no action was taken.
On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board voted unanimously to approve the addition of an Amended Personnel Assignment Order (item #26).
RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Student Recognition and Achievement – PHS
PHS Principal, Jeff Ochs, referred to a recent newspaper article on students that entered the Easy Writer short story contest. Students went on a field trip to Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum and had to include or reference a tool they’d seen at the museum. Anthony Courtis and Tiffany Pauland were both first place winners. Honorable mention awards went to Brandi Myers, Nicole Spafford and Leticia Mendosa. Local merchants donated cash and prizes for awards. Dwayne Robinson commended Leslie Granka for doing a great job with her students. PHS has 44 possible students for graduation this year which is the highest total they’ve ever had. Seven seniors passed the CAHSEE in February, 31 seniors have filled out financial aid forms and 50 seniors have signed up for the field trip to Butte College next week. Autumn McIntosh, part-time counselor, has made a huge difference in the success of their students.
2. Presentation on the California Healthy Kids Survey Data
Marian Gage, Butte County Office of Education Title IV Coordinator, shared data on the bi-annual California Healthy Kids Survey.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS
LPHS Student Board Representative, Samantha Powell, reported on eight students receiving cash awards at the Las Plumas/Butte Community Bank art show, the Mock Trial team doing well in competition, battle of the bands competition during lunch last week, the color guard and drum line performing at a rally, the NJROTC cadets placing 7th overall in a rifle competition, and the upcoming Northern California Band Association color guard and drum line competition being held at Las Plumas on April 12th.
OHS Student Board Representative, Nou Vang, reported that the fashion show held on March 7th went well, Casey Kearbey was the winner of the OHS Idol competition, raising over $1,000 during a Pennies for Patients fundraiser, attending the Reach for the Future conference, Sara Hottinger being a finalist Bank of America Award winner, the WASC team being on campus, diversity day activities, and upcoming events including an incentive rally, the last Respect Day being held on April 8th, an Asian banquet on April 18th, and the prom on April 19th.
HEARING OF INDIVIDUALS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
OHS parent and volunteer, Lois Miller, talked about her efforts to improve the library. She and others have donated money to purchase books. She would like to hold a book faire in May as a fundraiser. Students can donate books that they’ve already read and people can donate money to purchase new books. She stated that the library really needs a full-time librarian and encouraged the board to support the library. On a separate note, she talked about hearing “chatter” about administration. She believes that Mr. Tracy is doing a fabulous job and is respected by students and parents. She hopes the board will support him. Mr. Robinson thanked Mrs. Miller for donating money to purchase library books.
OHS Principal, Chuck Tracy, also thanked Mrs. Miller for her donation as well as the time she spends volunteering. He reported on the WASC team report given earlier in the day. He outlined portions of the report including the strengths of the school and recommendations for improvement. He reported that having Earth Day and Diversity Day during the WASC visit was strategically planned and really impressed the team. He congratulates his staff for doing a fantastic job on the self review. Mr. Robinson stated that Mr. Tracy, Ms. Dovell and Mr. Ochs have all served on WASC teams. He thinks it is beneficial as they can bring great ideas back to their own schools. Mr. Bruce shared pictures from OHS’ Earth Day and reported that 8 staff members, 135 students, a few parents and Mr. Tronson planted 5 trees (donated from Steve Brown and Brent McGhie) and laid 8000 sq. ft. of sod (donated by Zane Schreder). They also spread 14 yards of top soil and 60 yards of bark purchased from OHS landscaping funds. Wal-Mart donated 10 cases of water and snacks for the students. Mr. Tronson donated 18 pizzas for students that stayed late. A big thank you went to Joe Boehme for his countless hours spend putting in irrigation and doing prep work. Mr. Boehme stated that he has grown about 200 plants at home that he will donate to the school.
RECOGNITION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO WISH TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS (None)
NON-ACTION INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
3. Board Comments and Reports
Ms. Harris states that OHS looks great and that she likes seeing them work together. Mr. Robinson reported that Mr. Boehme will start working on irrigation at LPHS when OHS is done.
4. Superintendent
Mr. Robinson reported on attending a SH Cowell Foundation meeting last week. It is unclear how much money will be allocated for education. He congratulated OHS for the success of their beautification project. He attended a Harrison Stadium meeting on Monday and reported that the consultant they have been working with will give a presentation at the 4/16 board meeting. The district wide attendance rate at the end of 06-07 was 88%. The goal for this year is to be at 95% at P2, which exceeds the statewide average by 3%
5. Administration
Mrs. Watts reported on the JPA rates for 08-09: the silver plan is increasing by $68 per month/per member, the red plan is increasing by $17 per month/per member and the blue plan is increasing by $10 per month/per member. The JPA is supplementing the plans by $29 per month out of their reserve. There was no increase to dental or vision. Employees must pay any fees over the cap if they want to be on a higher plan. The open enrollment period for employees to change plans is in May. She also reported on attending a School Services Conference on Conquering District Budgets with Mr. Robinson earlier in the day. They both felt that is was a good conference and were pleased that the district has already implemented some of the changes that were suggested.
Dr. Willenberg reported that they have been trying for years to articulate classes with Butte College. They received approval for their accounting course and will be working on their medical terminology class next. They are working on their VEA application and expect to receive $172,353 in funding next year which is up from $114,000 this year. They are looking to start a new program with the additional funds.
Ms. Negri gave a report on CAHSEE results from February: 780 sophomores took the test; 555 students passed the English portion, 554 students passed the math portion and 34 students were absent. This is down slightly from last year. All seniors must pass the CAHSEE this year in order to receive a diploma. Eighty-one students took the test in February: 16 out of 54 students passed the English portion and 19 out of 60 passed the math portion. Of the 51 students that still need to pass one or both portions, 20 students are special education and 21 students are English learners. The 51 remaining students will receive a Certificate of Completion but will be eligible for a diploma if they pass the test in May. The results on the CDE website differ as they only count students that have been continuously enrolled whereas the district counts all students that took the test. Mr. Robinson reported that the district is looking at a free online service to support seniors that have not yet passed. Ms. Negri also reported that the district is expecting to receive $104,290 in VEA funds next year which is down from $111,000 this year.
OLD BUSINESS (None)
CONSENT CALENDAR
#188-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board voted unanimously to approve the following Consent Calendar:
6. Minutes of March 5, 2008 Regular Board Meeting and March 11, 2008 Special Board Meeting
7. Warrants: Approve Warrants #516889 - #516989, #517422 - #517463, #518213 - #518310,
#518528 - #518571, #518924 - #518954, inclusive for a total of $330,979.71
8. Monthly Financial Report
9. Donation of $185.35 from Target to the Las Plumas High School ASB Account
10. Donation of Hardwood Valued at $500 from LaRoyce Smith to the Oroville Adult Education Construction Program
11. Donation of $110.36 from Target to the Oroville High School to be used for Student Recognitions
12. Approval of Additional ASB Activities for Oroville High School
13. Approval to Surplus 291 “Biology: Principles and Explorations” Textbooks
14. Approval to Dispose of Obsolete Equipment – CCHS and LPHS
15. Approval of the 2008/2009 Oroville Adult Education School Calendar
16. Approval of Graduation Waiver OHS #5-07/08
17. School Accountability Report Cards
18. First Reading of Revised Policies and Administrative Regulations
BP/AR 1330 (Use of School Facilities)
BP/AR 6171 (Title I Programs)
19. Inter-District Transfer Requests
07/08: Incoming: 15 Outgoing: 64
08/09: Incoming: 4 Outgoing: 11
Steve Carlile (9); Las Plumas High School
Jordan McDaniel (10); Chico High School
NEW BUSINESS
20. Approval of the Second Interim Report
Mrs. Watts reported that she anticipates the general fund meeting the 5% reserve as required by board policy. The report does not include the 3.04% raise given to CSEA or the additional 0.5% given to OSTA. The district may be below the 5% requirement in the second year and will be looking at budget reductions in the third year based on the proposed Governor’s budget. The Challenge Charger High School budget is one item of concern. They will have to use some of their reserve this year. They are actively trying to recruit more students into the program. Another item of concern is the cafeteria budget. The general fund will be contributing $77,000 to the cafeteria budget this year. They are still working on implementing changes to reduce the general fund contribution in the future.
#189-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the second interim report as presented.
21. Approval of the 2007/2008 Certificated Salary Schedule with a 0.5% Increase (1.8% Total for the Year)
#190-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the 0.5% increase as presented.
22. Approval of the CSEA/District 2008/2009 Joint Initial Proposal & Setting of Public Hearing Date
#191-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously accepted the 2008/2009 initial joint proposal and set April 16, 2008 as the public hearing date and April 3rd through 15th as the period in which the proposal will be available for review at each school site and the district office.
23. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the Butte County Office of Education for the OHS Interact Club
OHS counselor and Interact club advisor, Barbara Little, reported that 30-35 students actively participate in the club. She shared fundraising and humanitarian activities that have been done this year. Mr. Robinson stated that Noon Rotary will hopefully start an Interact Club at Las Plumas next year.
#192-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Mr. Hottell, the board 4-0 to approve the memorandum of understanding as presented. Mrs. MacIntyre abstained as she is directly involved in the club.
24. Approval of a Resolution on the Governor’s Proposed 2008/2009 Budget
#193-07/08: On a motion by Ms. Harris, seconded by Mrs. MacIntyre, the board unanimously approved the resolution which opposes the Governor’s proposed 2008/2009 budget as the district stands to lose $1.4 million dollars.
25. Approval of an Out-of-State Travel Request
#194-07/08: On a motion by Dr. Rocchi, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved CCHS drama students to attend the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Oregon on May 9th and 10th.
26. Amended Personnel Assignment Order
#195-07/08: On a motion by Mr. Hottell, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved the following amended Personnel Assignment Order:
(Irrespective of effective dates, new employees may not report to their school campus until Personnel Office has communicated completion of pre-employment requirements to site Principal.)
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Certificated
Substitute Teachers Daniel Nichols Lucas Reid Steini Gunter *James Rector
Steini Gunter Temporary ESL/ASB Instructor - OAE 0-29 hours/week SS/3, $27.34/hr Effective 4/3/08
Matt Kermen Athletic Director - LPHS Resignation Effective 6/6/08
Coaches – 07/08 - OHS Track – Girls Head Jeff Holland - Resignation Effective 3/12/08 Track – Girls Head (remainder of stipend to be split between) Dustin Fee Jeff James Anthony Munch
Phillip Clements Long Term Substitute - OHS $120.00/day Effective 2/19/08-3/31/08
Nancy Negri Director of Education and Student Services Retirement with continuation of district paid benefits at current cap until age 65 Effective 8/30/08
2008/09 Coaches - LPHS Football, Head – Lorenzo Garth
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Classified
Substitute Custodian Jacob Davis
Substitute Grounds Jacob Davis
Connie Gruber Attendance Truancy Clerk 3.5 hrs/day, school day only Step 8/E, $13.11/hr Effective 4/3/08
Christy Rogers Supplemental Education Technician 5.25 hrs/day, school day only 13/E, $15.28/hr Para-Educator I 1.75 hrs/day, school day only 8/E, $13.51/hr Effective 4/3/08
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27. Expulsion Case #56-07/08
#196-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the board unanimously approved that Outside Expulsion Case #56-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, when available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any other district campus during the expulsion period. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
Ø Student may transfer to Prospect High School at the start of the 2008/2009 school year if he meets the terms of his contract at Community Day School during the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year.
28. Expulsion Case #57-07/08
#196-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved that Outside Expulsion Case #57-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be referred to the district’s Community Day School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Participate in the Ready to Succeed Program
Ø Victor counseling or other counseling is recommended
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any other district campus during the expulsion period except for boarding the transfer bus to and from Community Day School. This includes attending any extra or co-curricular events including games and dances. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
29. Expulsion Case #58-07/08
#196-07/08: On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Dr. Rocchi, the board unanimously approved that Outside Expulsion Case #58-07/08:
· Be expelled from the Oroville Union High School District for the remainder of the 2007/2008 school year and the first semester of the 2008/2009 school year with no loss of credit earned and said expulsion be suspended.
· Be returned to Oroville High School to continue education as set forth in the student’s Rehabilitation Plan:
Ø Follow all district and school rules
Ø Make positive academic progress
Ø Enroll in and complete an anger management class
Ø Participate in conflict resolution training and activities, when available
Ø Maintain positive attendance including no cutting of classes and no unexcused absences
Ø Student is not allowed on or near any other district campus during the expulsion period except for Oroville High School. Location of campuses has been discussed with the student, and the student has been given a list of those campuses including street addresses.
Ø Any future discipline referrals may violate this expulsion order which would cause the student to be transferred to Community Day School.
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mrs. MacIntyre, seconded by Ms. Harris, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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(Signature of Board Official)
ATTEST:
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Secretary to the Board of Trustees