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Meeting Packet Agenda - June 6, 2016 - Regular Board of Education - 6:30 p.m. 6/6/2016 06:30 PM Packet page 1 of 100 Agenda - June 6, 2016 - Regular Board of Education - 6:30 p.m. Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices 6/6/2016 06:30 PM A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call C. *Approval of Agenda for June 6, 2016 1. *Truth-in-Budget Hearing Truth in Budget Hearing.pdf (p. 4) Budget Presentation June 2016.pptx (p. 5) D. *Approval of Minutes 1. May 16, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes D.1. May 16, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes.pdf (p. 21) 2. May 31, 2016 Special Meeting Minutes D.2. May 31, 2016 Special Meeting Minutes (p. 28) E. Presentation - High School Six Period Day **********************************************BREAK************************************************** F. Hearing of School District Patrons G. **Consent Agenda G.1. Recommendation to Approve M.A.I.S.L.pdf (p. 31) G.2. Employment Recommendations.pdf (p. 33) G.3. Student Travel Requests.pdf (p. 36) H. Superintendent 1. District Update H.1. District Update.pdf (p. 37) I. Curriculum & Instruction Office 1. Focus School Quarterly Report I.1. Focus Schools Quarterly Report.pdf (p. 38) J. Business & Operations Office 1. *Recommendation to Accept the Revised 2015-2016 Budget J.1. Amended 2015-2016 Budget.pdf (p. 48) Packet page 2 of 100 2. *Recommendation to Accept the 2016-2017 Budget J.2. 2016-2017 Budget Proposal.pdf (p. 51) 3. Recommendation to Accept Form L-4029 (2016 Tax Rate Request) J.3. Recommendation to Accept Form L-4029.pdf (p. 77) K. Human Resources Office 1. *Layoff Resolution K.1. Layoff Resolution.pdf (p. 99) L. Unfinished Business 1. Prosecutor's Office Communication Follow Up Legal Opinions - October 5, 2015 Consent Agenda Issues, October 5, 2015 Public Comment at Board Meeting on September 8, 2015, October 9, 2015 Board Member Conduct M. New Business N. Correspondence O. Board Members Request 1. Legislative Update 2. Calendar/Events Update P. **Request to go into Closed Session - I move to go into closed session pursuant to section 8(a) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act to hear and consider the final report following an employee complaint (Closed Session subject to request) Q. **Request to go into Closed Session - I move to go into closed session pursuant to section 8(h) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act to consider attorney-client privileged material exempt from disclosure under state law regarding legal consideration in response to an investigation R. Adjournment The above order of business may be changed by majority vote of the Board at any Board meeting. *Denotes need for Board action **Roll Call Vote Packet page 3 of 100 Packet page 4 of 100 0 FY 2016/2017 Budget Budget Hearing June 6, 2016 •1 Packet page 5 of 100 Combined Impact of Decreased Enrollment & Decreased Foundation Allowance Year Decline in Students (based on Fall count) Annual Impact Foundation Reduction Annual Impact Impact Total 2010/11 (110) ($865,480) $0 $0 ($865,480) 2011/12 (198) ($1,464,804) ($470) ($5,559,132) ($7,023,936) 2012/13 (238) ($1,760,724) ($470) ($5,447,154) ($7,207,878) 2013/14 (288) ($2,145,888) ($417) ($4,712,725) ($6,858,613) 2014/15 (191) ($1,432,691) ($367) ($4,028,875) ($5,461,566) 2015/16 (309) ($2,375,361) ($239) ($2,581,439) ($4,956,800) (1,334) ($10,044,948) ($22,329,325) ($32,374,273) Total 2 Packet page 6 of 100 Budget Recommendations Fiscal Years 2014-2016 Fiscal Year Amount 2015/2016 $4,100,000 2014/2015 $1,622,639 2013/2014 $2,081,330 Total for 3 Years $7,803,969 3 Packet page 7 of 100 Budget Assumptions Item Increase State Aid per pupil State Aid Blend Reduction FTE Students Retirement State mandated cap increase Social Security & Medicare 2016/2017 $109 85% / 15% 230 26.0% 2.5% 7.65% 4 Packet page 8 of 100 Other Budget Assumptions FY 2016/2017 • Reactivate teacher steps per the existing contract • Restore Teacher longevity per the existing contract • Steps for all other existing contracts • Restore salary and wage concessions per 2015/16 negotiated contracts • Restore textbook allocation • Align staffing to contracted ratios • Negotiations 5 Packet page 9 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools General Fund PROJECTED BUDGET 2016/2017 Revenue $108,598,058 Expenditures (108,445,026) Revenue in Excess of Expenditures Beginning FB-Available Ending FB-Available FB as % of Revenues $153,032 6,010,744 $6,163,776 5.7% 6 Packet page 10 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools General Fund-Revenue Description Amount Percent Local-18mills Appx. $14.4m $18,031,560 16.6% State-Foundation Allowance 81,844,951 75.4% 6,293,500 5.8% 2,428,048 2.2% $108,598,058 100% Federal-Title Grants Other Financing SourcesSpecial Ed Tax Total Revenue 7 Packet page 11 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools General Fund-Expenditures Description Instruction-Basic Programs, Added Needs & Adult Education Support Services-Inst.Staff, Pupil Support, School Admin., Gen Admin, Business, Trans, & Operations Athletics & Community Services-High & Middle School Athletics & Community Services Other Financing Sources Total Expenditures Amount Percent $68,576,500 63.3% 36,656,378 33.8% 3,058,200 2.8% 153,948 .1% $108,445,026 100% 8 Packet page 12 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools General Fund-Fund Balance Description Amount Revenue in Excess of Expenditures $153,032 Beginning Fund Balance 7/1/2016 6,010,744 Ending Fund Balance 6/30/2017 $6,163,776 Fund Balance as a Percentage to Revenue 5.7% 9 Packet page 13 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-Food Service Fund-Revenue Description Amount Local $1,640,000 41.2% State 185,000 4.6% 2,152,200 54.2% $3,977,200 100% Federal Total Revenue Percent 10 Packet page 14 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-Food Service Fund-Expenditures Description Amount Percent Current-Food Services Other Financing Uses-Transfer to General Fund $3,700,000 94.2% 225,000 5.8% Total Expenditures $3,925,000 100% 11 Packet page 15 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-Food Service-Fund Balance Description Amount Percent Revenue in Excess of Expenditure $52,200 15.2% Beginning Fund Balance 07/1/2016 290,869 84.8% $343,069 100% Ending Fund Balance 6/30/2017 12 Packet page 16 of 100 Special Revenue-International Fund Budget Assumptions Item Number of First Year Students Number of Second Year Students Tuition Dual Enrollment CostsSecond Year Students Only Contracted Teachers Cost per Teacher 2016/17 12 5 $10,000 $4,000 4.5 $45,000 13 Packet page 17 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-International Fund-Revenue Description Amounts Percent Local $185,000 66.9% 91,458 33.1% $276,548 100% Other Financing Sources Total Revenue 14 Packet page 18 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-International Fund-Expenditures Description Amount Percent Total Instruction-Basic Program Other Financing Uses-Transfer Net Profit to General Fund $228,500 82.6% 48,048 17.4% Total Expenditures $276,548 100% 15 Packet page 19 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Special Revenue-International Fund-Fund Balance Description Revenue in Excess of Expenditures Beginning Fund Balance 7/1/2016 Ending Fund Balance 6/30/17 Amount $0 0 $0 16 Packet page 20 of 100 BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 16, 2016 – 6:30 P.M. D.1. The Board of Education of the L’Anse Creuse Public Schools district convened a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 16, 2016 at the Harry L. Wheeler Community Center an Administrative Offices, located at 24076 F.V. Pankow Boulevard, Clinton Township, Michigan. Mr. Donald Hubler, President, called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call C. Present: Mr. Donald Hubler, President Mrs. Linda McLatcher, Vice President Mrs. Sharon Ross, Secretary Ms. Pamela Hornberger, Treasurer Mrs. Mary Hilton, Trustee Mr. Jeffrey Pegg, Trustee Mrs. Amelia Servial, Trustee Also present: Dr. Jacqueline Johnston, Superintendent Ms. Lisa Montpas, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education Ms. Rochelle Gauthier, Assistant Superintendent for Business & Operations Mr. Michael Van Camp, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Mrs. Nicolette Trask, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Employees and Patrons of the District Approval of Agenda Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross, to approve the agenda for the May 16, 2016 Regular Board Meeting as presented including the following modification: Separate Board Agenda Item Q. Closed Session into two Closed Sessions: 1) Pursuant to 8(c) of the Open Meetings Act to have a Strategy Session Connected with the Collective Bargaining of a Labor Contact 2) Pursuant to 8(h) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act to consider attorneyclient privileged material exempt from disclosure under state law. Specifically, I move for the Board to consider a series of attorney-client privileged letters. The first set would be the attorney letters that were reviewed in the October 19, 2015, closed session of the Board of Education. Those letters are as follows: 1) an October 5, 2015, letter regarding consent agenda issues; 2) an October 5, 2015, letter regarding public comments at board meetings; and 3) an October 9, 2015, letter regarding legally permissible responses to board member conduct. The second set is an attorney letter dated April 18, 2016, regarding FOIA requests and board member private email accounts. Packet page 21 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 Page 2 Yes: All No: None Motion carried. D. Approval of Minutes D.1. Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to approve the minutes from the May 2, 2016 Regular Board Meeting as presented. Discussion followed. Yes: Hubler, McLatcher, Ross, Hornberger, Hilton, Servial No: None Abstained: Mr. Pegg abstained as he was not present for this meeting. Motion carried. D.2. Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to approve the minutes from the May 4, 2016 Special Board Meeting as presented. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. E. Presentations E.1. Mr. Hubler introduced Mr. Jeffrey Pegg to the Board of Education. Mr. Pegg took the Oath of Office. E.2. Ms. Montpas introduced music teacher Hope Comerford and several students from Green and Tenniswood Elementary Schools who performed music from their end of year program. F. Break Mr. Hubler called a break from 6:47 – 6:53 p.m. G. Hearing of School District Patrons Mrs. Ross read the Addressing the Board guidelines for the public’s information. Ms. Amy Trudeau, employee in the district, addressed the Board regarding Mary Hilton’s conduct on May 4, 2016 on behalf of employees of the Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices. Motion by Mrs. Servial, supported by Mrs. Hilton, to move into Closed Session for the purpose of hearing a complaint involving Mary Hilton. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Servial, Hilton, Hornberger No: Pegg, McLatcher, Ross, Hubler Motion failed. Packet page 22 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 Page 3 Mr. Hubler called a break from 7:08 – 7:11 p.m. H. Consent Agenda Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to approve the following Consent Agenda items as presented in the attached correspondence dated May 16, 2016: H.1. Budget Report H.2. Comparative Statement H.3. Payment Registers/Purchase Card Report H.4. Bid Award Recommendations H.5. Purchases H.6. Overtime Report H.7. Summary of Wire Transfers H.8. Summary of Investments H.9. Employment Recommendations H.10. Student Travel Requests Discussion followed. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Ross, McLatcher, Servial, Pegg, Hilton, Hornberger, Hubler No: None Motion carried. I. Superintendent’s Report I.1. Dr. Johnston addressed the Board regarding a comprehensive restructuring plan for the district that could allow for more learning opportunities for students and save the district money. She stated that a restructuring committee would be created to bring a recommendation to the Board for the 2017/2018 school year. I.2. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross to approve the recommendation to name the L’Anse Creuse High School – North athletic wing in honor of Stephen M. Schleicher, former athletic director and assistant principal at LCHS-North, as recommended by the Superintendent in the attached correspondence dated May 16, 2016. Discussion followed. Yes: All No: None Motion carried J. Curriculum & Instruction Office No report. K. Business Office Report K.1. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, support by Mrs. Ross, to approve the resolution requesting to hold a Truth-in-Budget Hearing at the June 6, 2016 Board of Education meeting. Packet page 23 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 Page 4 Discussion followed. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. K.2. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross, to approve the purchase for the 2016-2017 workstations and monitors in the approximate amount of $353,877 and for the 2017-2018 workstations in the approximate amount of $599,549 from the Sehi Computer Products, REMC vendor. Discussion followed. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. L. Human Resources Office Report No Report. M. Unfinished Business M.1. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported to Mrs. Ross, to approve and authorize administration to execute a three-year contract with Plante Moran, PLLC, effective with the 2015-2016 audit. Discussion followed. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross, to call the question on the discussion for item M.1. Roll Call Vote for Calling the Question on discussion for Item M.1.: Yes: McLatcher, Ross, Hornberger, Pegg, Hubler No: Servial, Hilton Motion carried. Roll Call Vote for Agenda Item M.1., Plante and Moran Recommendation: Yes: McLatcher Ross, Hubler No: Hilton, Servial, Pegg, Hornberger Motion failed. Motion by Mrs. Servial, supported by Mr. Pegg, to approve and authorize administration to execute a one-year contact with Yeo & Yeo audit firm, effective with the 2015-2016 audit, with the option of extending the contact for the additional two years at the end of year one. Discussion followed. Mrs. Ross addressed the Board regarding executing a one-year contract instead of a three-year contract with the audit firm. Motion by Mrs. Hilton, supported by Ms. Hornberger, to call the question on discussion for item M.1. Packet page 24 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 Page 5 Roll Call Vote for Calling the Question on discussion regarding Item M.1.: Yes: Hilton, Hornberger, Pegg, Servial, McLatcher, Ross, Hubler No: None Motion carried. Roll Call Vote for Agenda Item M.1. , Yeo & Yeo Recommendation: Yes: Servial, Pegg, Hilton, Hornberger No: McLatcher, Ross, Hubler Motion carried. N. New Business Mr. Hubler addressed the Board regarding the superintendent evaluation. He stated he is expecting to distribute the MASB evaluation tool on May 19 and would like everyone to return them to him by 4:00 p.m. on May 25, 2016. Discussion followed. Mr. Hubler addressed the Board regarding confidential and closed session meeting materials. The Board held discussion followed regarding the distribution of these materials. Motion by Mr. Pegg, supported Ms. Hornberger, to approve distribution of hard copies of closed session, confidential materials at the time the agenda is posted for review. Discussion followed. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Pegg, Hornberger, Servial, Hilton, Hubler No: McLatcher, Ross Motion carried. Mr. Hubler called a break from 8:42 – 8:48 p.m. Ms. Hilton addressed the Board regarding receiving requested information. The Board and Administration held discussion regarding recent requests by the Board. Mr. Hubler addressed the Board regarding the number of requests made by the Board recently and the need to provide support for these requests. Mr. Hubler proposed the Board consider providing support staff on a contractual basis to fulfill requests made by the Board. O. Correspondence Mrs. Ross read a thank you card from Hilary Dubay for her recent interview for the Board position. P. Board Member’s Request P.1. The following Board members are assigned to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register Schedule: May 19 & 20, 2016 Don Hubler and Mary Hilton Packet page 25 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 June 2 & 3, 2016 June 16 & 17, 2016 P.2. Page 6 Linda McLatcher and Sharon Ross Sharon Ross and Don Hubler Legislative Report No report. P.3. Calendar/Events Update Mr. Hubler reminded the Board of the district year-end calendar of events. Q. Closed Session - Pursuant to 8(c) of the Open Meetings Act to have a strategy session connected with the collective bargaining of a labor contract. Motion by Mrs. Servial, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to move into Closed Session pursuant to 8(c) of the Open Meetings Act to have a strategy session connected with the collective bargaining of a labor contract. (9:12 p.m.) Roll Call Vote: Yes: Servial, McLatcher, Pegg, Hornberger, Hilton, Ross, Hubler No: None Motion carried. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross, to reconvene to Regular Session at 9:46 p.m. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. Motion by Mrs. McLatcher, supported by Mrs. Ross, to move into Closed Session for the Pursuant to 8(h) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act to consider attorney-client privileged material exempt from disclosure under state law. Specifically, I move for the Board to consider a series of attorney-client privileged letters. The first set would be the attorney letters that were reviewed in the October 19, 2015, closed session of the Board of Education. Those letters are as follows: 1) an October 5, 2015, letter regarding consent agenda issues; 2) an October 5, 2015, letter regarding public comments at board meetings; and 3) an October 9, 2015, letter regarding legally permissible responses to board member conduct. The second set is an attorney letter dated April 18, 2016, regarding FOIA requests and board member private email accounts. Discussion followed. Roll Call Vote: Yes: McLatcher, Ross, Pegg, Hubler No: Servial, Hilton, Hornberger Motion failed. Packet page 26 of 100 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2016 Page 7 Mrs. Ross reminded the Board about the Relay for Life event being held on June 4, 2016 at L’Anse Creuse Middle School – East. R. Adjournment Motion by Mrs. Servial, supported by Ms. Hornberger, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9:52 p.m. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Sharon L. Ross, Secretary Board of Education SLR:nt Packet page 27 of 100 D.2. BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES MAY 31, 2016 – 6:30 P.M. The Board of Education of the L’Anse Creuse Public Schools district convened a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at the Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices, 24076 F.V. Pankow Boulevard, Clinton Township, Michigan. Mr. Donald Hubler, President, called the Special Board Meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call C. Present: Mr. Donald Hubler, President Mrs. Linda McLatcher, Vice President Mrs. Sharon Ross, Secretary Ms. Pamela Hornberger, Trustee Mrs. Amelia Servial, Trustee Absent: Mrs. Mary Hilton (arrived at approximately 10:35 p.m.) Also present: Dr. Jackie Johnston, Superintendent Mrs. Nicolette Trask, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Approval of Agenda Motion by Mrs. Servial, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to approve the May 31, 2016 Special Board Meeting Agenda as presented. Yes: All No: None Motion carried Mr. Hubler read a question and answer fact sheet for the public’s information regarding the seven period day changing to a six period day for the 2016-2017 school year for high school students. D. Hearing of School District Patrons The following patrons in the district addressed the Board regarding the change from a seven period day to six period day for high school students for the 2016-2017 school year: • • • • • • • Timothy Milton Douglas Gainer Gillian Wilhelm Otto Wilhelm Jr. Dan Griffith James Skoney Brianna Milton • • • • • • • Jen Smith Andrea Hoffman Brianna Jarvis Sharon Farris David Grain Brandon Trondle Andrew Brown Packet page 28 of 100 REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 31, 2016 • • • • Kay Costella and Emma Maxey Jill Maxey Michael Jarvis Dawn Reo PAGE 2 • • Lisa Szymanski Parker Brown Mr. Hubler called a break from 7:59 – 8:10 p.m. The Hearing of School District Patrons continued with the following patrons addressing the Board: • Donna and Maria Jarema • Julissa Grulke • Samantha Nearing • Yvette Washington • Syndney Hoffman • Alyssa Kuzdal and Crystal Farris • Carter Oselette • Joanna Dziekan • David Sephor • Marisa Romano • Bailey Taylor • Susan Myers • Deborah Belloli • Abigail Hendzell • Erin Peck • Gina Trotta • Makayla Kandt • Claire Lanko • Alex Rugenstein • Jeff Rago • Marie Beriemacker • Melanie Gianakas • Bela Corey • Billy Zambelli • Cara Verlinde Motion by Mr. Pegg, supported by Mrs. Servial to extend the meeting. (9:33 p.m.) Yes: All No: None Motion carried. Mr. Hubler thanked everyone for taking the time to attend the Board meeting and sharing their concerns. Mr. Hubler called a break from 9:52 until 10:02 p.m. E. Closed Session – Pursuant to Section 8(a) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act, to consider a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to move into Closed Session pursuant to Section 8(a) of the Michigan Open Meetings Act, to consider a periodic personnel evaluation of the Superintendent (time: 10:03 p.m.) Roll Call Vote: Yes: Ross, McLatcher, Servial, Pegg, Hornberger, Hubler, No: None Motion carried. Packet page 29 of 100 REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 31, 2016 PAGE 3 Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher, to reconvene to Regular Session at 10:35 p.m. Yes: All No: None Motion carried. Mrs. Hilton arrived at approximately 10:35 p.m. Motion by Mrs. Ross, supported by Mrs. McLatcher to adopt the 2016 Evaluation Summary for Jackie Johnston, Superintendent for L’Anse Creuse Public Schools. Discussion followed. Roll Call Vote: Yes: Ross, McLatcher, Hilton, Hornberger, Pegg, Servial, Hubler No: None Motion carried. F. Other Matters None. G. Adjournment Motion by Mrs. Hornberger, supported by Mrs. Servial, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:41 p.m. Yes: All No: None Motion carried Respectfully submitted, Sharon L. Ross, Secretary Board of Education SLR:nt Packet page 30 of 100 Packet page 31 of 100 Packet page 32 of 100 HARRY L. WHEELER COMMUNITY CENTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT HUMAN RESOURCES Michael W. Van Camp ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES G.2. Initiator: Michael W. Van Camp Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Employment Recommendations Board Action Required Informational Material Other_______________________ 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6311 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG CONFIDENTIAL Background: The attached list contains candidates who have been recommended for employment in the position/building that is indicated, as well as current employees who are being recommended for a change in some aspect of their employment status. Current Status: The Human Resources department has received, from the appropriate administrator, a recommendation for the action listed along with any required documentation. Interviews and reference checks, if applicable, have been completed. The Employment Recommendations are being submitted for approval by the Board. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: Administration recommends that the Board motion to approve the Employment Recommendations as presented. MVC/ad NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION. It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools, Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices, 24076 F. V. Pankow Blvd., Clinton Township, MI 48036, and (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6300. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. Servial TRUSTEE Packet page 33 of 100 June 6, 2016 Page 1 EMPLOYMENT RECOMMENDATIONS # Name INSTRUCTIONAL 1 Forbert, Mark Assignment Teacher, L'Anse Creuse High School - North Remarks Effective Retirement (21 years, 3 months) Leave of Absence for 2016-17 School Year (Year 3) Retirement (24 years) 6/10/2016 Degree/Step 2 Handwork, Beth Teacher, Leave of Absence 3 Lewandowski, Deborah Teacher, Tenniswood Elementary 4 Miller, Julie Cross Country Sponsor, L'Anse Creuse Middle School - South Evening Teacher, Center for Lifelong Learning Resignation 6/30/2016 Resignation 9/4/2015 Replaces Tori Shveida 5/16/2016 $11.57 Replaces Angela Cline 5/16/2016 $11.57 Resignation 11/27/2015 6/10/2016 6/6/2014 5 Roman, Laura NON-INSTRUCTIONAL 1 Arroyo, Sylvia 2 Bianchi, Michelle 3 Brooks, Lisa 4 Burgeson, Andrea 5 6 Gudenau, Heather Kramer, Maryann Cook/Cashier Class I, L'Anse Creuse Middle School North Cook/Cashier Class I, L'Anse Creuse Middle School South Instructional Paraprofessional, Joseph M. Carkenord Elementary Instructional Paraprofessional, Marie C. Graham Elementary SACC Site Director, Tenniswood Elementary Special Ed Paraprofessional 7 Krause, Diane Instructional Paraprofessional, Green Elementary Retirement (18 years, 8 months) Replaces Karen Veritz Retirement (22 years, 4 months) Retirement (26 years) 8 Miller, Camille Accompanist, L'Anse Creuse Middle School - East Resignation 9 Radoicic, Megan 10 Streng, Brandon 11 Williams, Robert Aide, L'Anse Creuse High School - North Resignation Network Support Specialist, Larry F. Brender Replaces Nathan Smith Support Services Center Associate Principal, L'Anse Creuse Middle School - Replaces Kirk Carolan Central *New Employee to the District Updated items are in bold and italicized. 2016-17 School Year 10/1/2016 5/19/2016 6/10/2016 $12.00 8/1/2016 7/11/2014 6/7/2016 $44,787.96/year 8/8/2016 LCAA Contract June 6, 2016 Page 2 EMPLOYMENT RECOMMENDATIONS # Name Assignment Remarks Effective Years of service reflect LCPS service, only, and does not reflect purchased service or service in other school districts. Degree/Step DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Jacqueline Johnston, Ph. D. SUPERINTENDENT Erik J. Edoff ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION Lisa E. Montpas ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION G.3. Initiator: Erik Edoff Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Student Travel Request Board Action Required Informational Material Other_______________________ 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON TWP., MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6312 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG CONFIDENTIAL Background: According to Board Policy 7490 Field Trips and Excursions, “All student trips to foreign countries and overnight trips are to be approved in advance by the Board.” Current Status: The following student travel request has been received for approval. This student travel trip is an educational trip, aligned to curriculum, chaperoned and organized by School Personnel: 1. Student travel is requested for approximately 200 L’Anse Creuse High School students to travel to the Bluewater Campground in Lexington, Michigan on August 13, 2016 and returning on August 20, 2016. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: Administration is recommending a motion to approve the above student travel request. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Administration Building, 36727 Jefferson, Harrison Township, MI 48045, (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6500. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. Servial TRUSTEE Packet page 36 of 100 Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT 24076 F.V. PANKOW BOULEVARD CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48036 586.783.6300 586.783.6310 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG Initiator: Jackie Johnston Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: District Update H.1. Board Action Required Informational Material Other_______________________ CONFIDENTIAL Background: Throughout our large district of approximately 11,000 students, 1,500 staff members and 17 school buildings spanning the district’s 37 square miles; our students, staff and community members focus on the critical work around academics, arts, athletics, culture and character. Current Status: The Superintendent would like to share information with the Board and community on events, achievements and important issues of the district on a regular basis. The Superintendent will provide the Board with an update during the June 6, 2016 Board meeting. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: The Superintendent will periodically share information on district happenings during Board meetings through a District Update. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION. It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Administration, 24076 F.V. Pankow Boulevard, Clinton Township, MI 48036, (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6300 BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L . Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg Amelia A. Servial PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Packet page 37 of 100 DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT Erik J. Edoff ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION Lisa E. Montpas ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION I.1. Initiator: Erik Edoff Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Focus School(s) Report Board Action Required Informational Material 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON TWP., MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6312 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG CONFIDENTIAL Background: The Focus School(s) Quarterly Report for 2015/16 is due by June 30 and includes strategies and interventions. Current Status: The Focus School(s) Report will be presented. One of the report requirements is the quarterly report. Green was not identified as a Focus School for the 2015/16 school year. However, they do remain as part of a cohort group and as part of new reporting requirements must submit quarterly reports. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: Administration will present the Focus School Report for the Board’s information as required. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Administration Building, 36727 Jefferson, Harrison Township, MI 48045, (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6500. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. Servial TRUSTEE Packet page 38 of 100 L’Anse Creuse Public Schools Focus School(s) Quarterly Report to Board of Education 2015-2016 School Year 1st Quarter Report (September-November) Due in MEGS+ January 15th 2nd Quarter Report (December-February) Due in MEGS+ March 16th X 3rd Quarter Report (March-May) Due in MEGS+ June 30th 4th Quarter Report (June-August) Due in MEGS+ September 30th 1st Quarter Report Shared with Board-Date: December 14, 2015 2nd Quarter Report Shared with Board-Date: February 22, 2016 3rd Quarter Report Shared with Board-Date: ______________________________ 4th Quarter Report Shared with Board-Date: ______________________________ Building Name Insert additional rows as needed BCode Year First Identified as Focus Green Elementary 05223 2014-2015 Title I? Yes Yes Yes • • Additional data and documents may be appended to this report. Please upload a single composite document to MEGS+, which includes this report and the additional appendices, including data reports, as a single PDF scan. Do not overwrite the previous quarterly report. The Users’ Guide to Submitting Priority and Focus Quarterly Reports is located in MEGS+ under the View/Edit screen of the application. 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 1 Packet page 39 of 100 All districts—District-Level Professional Dialogues: Conduct professional dialogue about the system changes required to support their Focus schools in closing the gaps identified in building-level dialogues. If no Professional Dialogues occurred, indicate N/A (Not Applicable.) Dates of District-Level Data Dialogues this Quarter September 22, 2015 Positions/Staff Participating Principal & Central Office Administrator What did you learn? What changes are you going to make as a result? Reviewed end of year data and discussed programming adjustments. Additional discussions to occur once final MSTEP results are released. February 10, 2016 Principal & Central Office Administrator Reviewed MSTEP data. Discussed noticeable claims and targets. Principal shared strategies and upcoming data dialogue meetings that the Green staff will be participation in to come up with conclusions from the results and strategies to implement. All buildings - School Level “Diagnostic Data Dialogues” with stakeholders conducted to examine data and determine changes in teaching/learning practice capable of closing the student achievement gaps. Provide dates of data dialogues, position of building level persons participating, and summarize what was learned by the data dialogues held to date. If no Diagnostic Data Dialogues occurred, indicate N/A. Building Name Insert additional rows as needed Green Elementary Dates of Building Data Dialogues this Quarter 9/23/15 Positions/Staff Participating What did you learn? What changes are you going to make as a result? All instructional staff Staff reviewed local formative and common assessment data from the spring of 2015 to make decisions regarding the continuation of strategies implement during the 14-15 school year. Staff concluded that all strategies implemented during 14-15 were increasing student achievement and should be continued during the 15-16 school year. Instructional staff also decided to add Total Participation Techniques to the strategies for the 2015-2016 school year, in order to 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 2 Packet page 40 of 100 increase student engagement in Writing and Mathematics, as well as all other core content areas. Green Elementary 10/14/15 All instructional staff 11/3/15 11/11/15 1/13/16 All instructional staff 2/17/16 All instructional staff 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools Staff reviewed data gathered from the beginning of September –October 14. Staff discussed some progress monitoring data and shared information regarding increases in academic progress, as well as how the Total Participation Techniques were being implemented in their classrooms. Staff concluded students were making gains academically and teachers felt students were more engaged in their learning through the implementation of the new Total Participation Techniques. Staff reviewed data gathered from October – January 13, including the recently released M-Step assessment scores. Staff concluded, after reviewing a variety of data pieces, that the implemented school improvement strategies continue to increase academic achievement of all students. Staff reviewed individual student data from MSTEP. Staff broke into K-2 and 3-5 teaching groups. The upper and lower grade level teachers discussed highlighted students- looking for gaps in curriculum. Also, staff documented grade level, as well as building wide weaknesses and compiled strategies and interventions that could be implemented in order to continue to improve student achievement. 3 Packet page 41 of 100 3/16/16 4/27/16 All instructional staff 5/11/16 Instructional staff reviewed student achievement data focusing on strategies and activities that were successful in closing the overall achievement gap between the top and bottom 30% of our students. Staff discovered the bottom 30 % is making steady growth in all core content areas. The upper 30% of students are maintaining their high academic status and or improving in all core content areas. Overall growth is a direct result of the fidelity of instruction in all core content areas. Consistent presentation of strategies/concepts outlined in the School Improvement Plan led to increased achievement in the majority of Green Elementary students. Green’s instructional staff believes the core of our School Improvement Plan had been effective and will keep many of the strategies and activities in place. A few new resources and focus changes will be added to the 2016-2017 School Improvement Plan in order to keep student achievement moving in a positive direction. The instructional staff at Green will focus on close and critical reading skills using Text Dependent Questions (Fisher and Frey) as a guiding text for the upcoming school year. 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 4 Packet page 42 of 100 ALL SCHOOLS Identify strategies and interventions from the Teaching and Learning Priorities in the Focus School Diagnostic (from ASSIST) implemented during the quarter and their impact upon classroom, building, and student achievement this quarter. Building Name Summary of Action Steps implemented from your School Improvement Plan (SIP) directly related to closing the gap for your bottom 30% of students What components are in beginning or full implementation phases? What went well? Were there any barriers identified? What are your next steps? Green Elementary Instructional staff members have identified the bottom 30% of students in order to be sure all Writing and Mathematics strategies are implemented with fidelity and consistency through MTSS. All instructional staff are continuing to implement Writing and Mathematics strategies that were started in the 14-15 school year due to their effectiveness in improving student achievement. Include data in each Quarter Report. Data reports should be added. How did the student achievement data that has been collected at the school or classroom level show the impact of these Action Steps from the SIP? On decreasing the gap between the top 30% and the bottom 30% of students, or, on increasing the achievement of the bottom 30% of students. How does the implementation data that has been collected show that the adults are doing what the Action Steps describe. Achievement data may come from interim assessments using sources such as NWEA, district created common assessments, or classroom formative assessments. Evidence for adult implementation might include minutes of grade level/content team meetings, walkthrough data, demonstration lessons, etc. Add data reports to this pdf. The Users’ Guide to Submitting Priority and Focus Quarterly Reports is located in MEGS+ under the View/Edit screen of the application. 92% of all students at Green improved in the area of Writing due to the implementation and consistent presentation of writing strategies. 88% of all students improved in the area of Mathematics due to the implementation and consistent presentation of Mathematics strategies. All of our data was gathered from formative and common assessments in grades K-5 and all the data pointed to the fact that our student achievement gap between the bottom 30% and our top performing students was moving in the right direction and the gap is beginning to decrease. 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 5 Packet page 43 of 100 Green Elementary Green Elementary 3/16-5/16 Instructional staff is also beginning to implement Total Participation Technique strategies for the 15-16 in order to increase student engagement and hopefully impact student achievement. Instructional staff members continue to monitor the bottom 30% of students in order to validate their continued academic growth in all core areas. Instructional staff members continue to monitor the bottom 30% of students in order to validate their continued academic growth in all core content areas. Reflection during restructured day grade level and data dig meetings has centered on the most effective strategies and activities that were included in our School Improvement Plan. Staff is beginning to review the School Improvement Plan in order to change a few focuses and include additional resources to keep student achievement increasing for the 2016-2017 school year. Instructional staff continues to monitor student academic progress through formative, common and state assessments. Student data is shared at grade level and school improvement meetings which are held on a regular basis. Child study meetings are held when necessary to discuss a particular student and provide a plan of action for the student, as well as additional interventions and strategies for the student’s teacher in order to assist the student in a challenging area. Instructional staff continues to monitor student academic progress through formative, common and state assessments. Student data is shared at grade level and school improvement meetings which are held on a regular basis. Child study meetings are held when necessary to discuss a particular student and provide a plan of action for the student, as well as additional interventions and strategies for the student’s teacher in order to assist the student in a challenging area. 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 6 Packet page 44 of 100 Update on the Work that Supports the Superintendent’s Building Name What was learned from the SDC during this quarter Insert additional rows if as part of a behavioral social support in Multineeded Tiered System of Support (MTSS) or as a standalone initiative? The student/staff identification process began for Green Elementary the 2015-2016 school year. The SDC rubric was used to continue the mentoring process with students who were mentored last year and other students were added to the SDC list for the 20152016 school year. Green Elementary Green Elementary 3/16-5/16 Students have been identified and mentors have been meeting with their students in order to begin developing a relationship that will assist in their academic growth this school year. Student data will be collected at the end of May in regards to improved attendance and academic achievement for the 2015-2016 school year. The instructional staff at Green will begin to analyze the SDC data of students who were mentored two years in a row to begin collecting trend data. It is the hope of the Green staff that students who have been mentored for the past two years will show overall improvement. Dropout Challenge (SDC) What practices have changed as a result of implementing the SDC during this quarter? Students who were mentored last school year were more excited to come to school on a daily basis. Overall attendance decreased slightly, with individual students coming to school on a more regular basis. Lastly, students who were mentored completed more homework assignments and felt more connected to school overall. Mentors have agreed to increase the number of meetings times they have with their students this school year. The mentors at Green who have been mentoring Green students have increased the number of meeting times and have added new activities and meeting topics over the course of the 2015-2016 school year. TITLE I DISTRICTS AND BUILDINGS (complete only if Title I MI Excel schools) MI Excel Supports District Improvement Facilitator (DIF) Summary of Supports Provided by Partners that are Helping the District and School Close the Achievement Gap How has the DIF helped district staff examine and adjust district systems, procedures or policies to support schools in closing the achievement gap? 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 7 Packet page 45 of 100 at the district level District does not have a DIF due to non-Title I building Title I Set Asides Specific MI Excel Component District Level District-Level Title I Set-Asides Building Name Building-Level Title I Set-Asides Insert additional rows as needed • • Describe what the district is doing with its set-asides if appropriate: What was learned from this? What practices have changed as a result of this implementation? At the district level: (If appropriate) Describe what this school is doing with its set-asides: At the school level: Describe what this school is doing with its set-asides: At the school level: Additional data and documents may be appended to this report. Please upload a single composite document to MEGS+, which includes this report and the additional appendices, including data reports, as a single PDF scan. Do not overwrite the previous quarterly report. The Users’ Guide to Submitting Priority and Focus Quarterly Reports is located in MEGS+ under the View/Edit screen of the application. 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 8 Packet page 46 of 100 Report Completed by: Karen Nelson and Lisa Montpas Email Address: [email protected] Phone Number: 586-783-6300 2015-2016 Quarterly Report to School Boards Template-Focus Schools 9 Packet page 47 of 100 HARRY L. WHEELER COMMUNITY CENTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT BUSINESS OFFICE Rochelle M. Gauthier ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS J.1. Initiator: Rochelle M. Gauthier Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Recommendation to Accept the Revised 2015-2016 Budget Board Action Required Informational Material Other _______________________ Robert J. Lenhardt DIRECTOR FOR FINANCE 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON Twp., MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6312 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG CONFIDENTIAL Background: The Board of Education of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools adopts a budget for the new fiscal year during the June Board meeting. At the end of the fiscal year, a revision to the adopted budget may be proposed. Current Status: To meet changes in revenue and expense that occurred during the 2015-2016 fiscal year, a revised budget for the 2015-2016 fiscal year has been reviewed by district Administration and is recommended, as stated. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: Administration recommends the Board motion to approve and authorize administration to execute the revision of the 2015-2016 Budget. RMG/cdt NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION. It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools, Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices, 24076 F. V. Pankow Blvd., Clinton Twp.,, MI 48036, and (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6300. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. Servial TRUSTEE Packet page 48 of 100 Packet page 49 of 100 Packet page 50 of 100 HARRY L. WHEELER COMMUNITY CENTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT BUSINESS OFFICE Rochelle M. Gauthier ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS J.2. Initiator: Rochelle M. Gauthier Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Recommendation to Accept the 2016-2017 Budget Board Action Required Informational Material Other _______________________ Robert J. Lenhardt DIRECTOR FOR FINANCE 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON Twp., MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6312 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG CONFIDENTIAL Background: It has been the practice of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools to hold a Truth-in-Budget Hearing during the June Board meeting. The Board may not adopt its proposed budget until after the public hearing. Current Status: The June 6, 2016 Truth-in-Budget hearing has concluded. The proposed budget for the 2016-2017 fiscal year has been reviewed by district Administration and is recommended, as stated. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: Administration recommends the Board motion to approve and authorize administration to execute the budget for the 2016-2017 School Year. RMG/cdt NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION. It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools, Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices, 24076 F. V. Pankow Blvd., Clinton Twp.,, MI 48036, and (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6300. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. 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WHEELER COMMUNITY CENTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Jacqueline Johnston, Ph.D. SUPERINTENDENT K.1. HUMAN RESOURCES Michael W. Van Camp ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES 24076 F.V. PANKOW BLVD. CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48036-1304 586.783.6300 586.783.6311 FAX WWW.LC-PS.ORG Initiator: Michael W. Van Camp Board Meeting: June 6, 2016 Agenda Item: Certified Teaching Staff Layoffs Resolution Board Action Required Informational Material Other_______________________ CONFIDENTIAL Background: Due to declining enrollment and current economic conditions, it has been determined that there is the need to reduce a number of positions for the 2016-2017 school year. Current Status: A resolution to layoff 17 certified teachers and one social worker is being presented to the Board for approval. The teachers are listed on the resolution. Future Direction (Notes or Comments)/Recommended Motion: It is recommended that the Board approve the resolution and authorize the Superintendent to notify, in writing, the teachers affected by the resolution. MV/ad NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION. It is the policy of L’Anse Creuse Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools, Harry L. Wheeler Community Center and Administrative Offices, 24076 F. V. Pankow Blvd., Clinton Twp.,, MI 48036, and (586) 783-6300. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director for Special Education, (586) 783-6300. BOARD OF EDUCATION Donald R. Hubler Linda J. McLatcher Sharon L. Ross Pamela L. Hornberger Mary L. Hilton Jeffrey M. Pegg PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Amelia A. Servial TRUSTEE Packet page 99 of 100 L’ANSE CREUSE PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION RESOLUTION Professional Staff Layoffs WHEREAS, due to the current economic condition of the School District, the Board of Education has determined that the reduction of a number of teaching positions and a school social worker position is necessary; WHEREAS, the School District has examined the certification, endorsements and HQ status of its staff for the remaining positions and has duly considered section 1248 of the Revised School Code, MCL 380.1248, and School district Policies 3131 and 3132 and has determined that the reduction of a number of teaching positions as stated will necessitate the layoff of the following staff members: Ashlee Bergen Luciano Crescentini Shelley Davis Catherine Foley-Morgan Graff, Hilary Kasbrick, Leannette Macomber, Lisa Matzka, Andrea May, Adam Miller, Clinton Niglio, Peter Pica, Christina Sebring, Tamala Strickler, Ann Swenson, Sarah Temple, Danielle Verkest, Christina Wilbur, Nicole Donald J. Yacks Elementary L’Anse Creuse Middle School – South Tenniswood Elementary L’Anse Creuse High School – North L’Anse Creuse Middle School – East Emma V. Lobbestael Elementary L’Anse Creuse High School – North Marie C. Graham Elementary L’Anse Creuse High School District L’Anse Creuse Middle School – Central/Elementary Buildings Tenniswood Elementary Frederick V. Pankow Center L’Anse Creuse Middle School – South Green Elementary L’Anse Creuse Middle School – Central L’Anse Creuse Middle School – South/Elementary Buildings Social Worker, Middle School – South/Yacks Elementary NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the above staff members are hereby laid-off, and their employment with the L’Anse Creuse Public Schools is accordingly terminated by reason of a necessary reduction in personnel, effective June 30, 2016. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Superintendent of Schools is hereby directed to notify in writing said staff members affected by this resolution of layoff and termination of service. Yes: No: Abstained: _______________________________ Secretary, Board of Education Packet page 100 of 100