The Carthage R-9 Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, October 21, 2019, 6:00 pm, at Carthage High School.
Present were Board members Jeff Jones, Lee Elliff Pound, Niki Cloud, Elizabeth Streich, Bill Lasley, and Wayne Jones.
High school students led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mrs. Mallory Kaysen, high school art teacher, and high school art students spoke about the honor of being chosen to represent Missouri at the 2019 America Celebrates: Ornaments from Across the USA in Washington D.C.
The Board approved the Consent Agenda for the purpose of approving the meeting agenda, minutes of previous meeting, payment of bills, monthly financial reports, amendments to FY20 budget, 2020 Practical Nursing Program Student Handbook, Change Order #3 on the Tiger Activity Center, Sixth Grade Center remodel specifications, Handle With Care MOU, and student ridership count and bus routes for 2019-20.
Artists of the Month awards were distributed to October winners.
Ms. Renda Armstrong, DSWA, CPAs, reviewed the FY19 audit report. Carthage R-9 was in compliance with all requirements and received an overall clean audit report with no material weaknesses. Ms. Armstrong commended the district for the findings.
Dr. Baker, Superintendent, provided an evaluative report on Finances, Missouri School Improvement Program Area G-8 (3-5). The district is responsible for procuring resources to support a quality educational program. Reserves are maintained in accordance with the Board of Education’s targeted 25% carryover each year. Financial reports are submitted and procedures are followed in accordance with federal and state mandates. Additional revenue to supplement district programs and activities have been secured through fundraising activities, grants, and naming rights donations.
Mrs. Lee Elliff Pound provided a R-9 Foundation update. The Annual Major Saver Card Campaign began October 18. The cost is $15.00 and showcases local business discounts.
The Board reviewed the Naming Rights Program and tabled further discussion to the November Board meeting.
Mrs. Patrice Sacry, Carthage patron, presented information regarding the importance of building a Performing Arts Center. Mr. Matt Huntley, high school principal, discussed high school advanced placement (AP) and dual credit (DC) classes. Both topics were discussed during the Carthage 2020 and Beyond meetings.
Dr. Baker updated the Board regarding the following items:
-The Maple Leaf Band Competition was a great success. A huge thank you was extended to Jennifer Sager, Band Director.
-The Carthage R-9 School auction is set for Thursday, October 24, 12:00 pm in the auditorium parking lot, weather permitting.
-Parent-teacher conferences will be held Tuesday and Thursday this week.
-School will not be in session Friday, October 25.
-Golden Key nominations are currently being accepted. The deadline is November 22.
-Further information was provided regarding the Handle With Care program.
-Congratulations to our district Art Department as the Secondary Art Education State Representative, the Middle School State Representative, and the District 9 Representative are all from Carthage.
The Board met in closed session immediately following the regular meeting to discuss legal, personnel, and student matters in compliance with Section 610.021 (1), (3), and (6) of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.
In closed session, the Board approved the following personnel actions:
Retirement: Administrative Staff
(effective at the end of the 2019-20 school year):
(effective at the end of the 2019-20 school year):
Beth James Director Special Services District
Employment:
Support Staff:
Cheryl Barley Paraprofessional Intermediate Center
Ellen Henry Bus Aide
Janet Kaup Paraprofessional Fairview
Yuepeng Lee Maintenance
Kady Miller Paraprofessional Early Childhood Center
Brice Reavis Maintenance
Substitute Teachers:
Carolyn Bolek
Rebecca Gazaway
Substitute Teacher Substitute Support Staff:
Alicia Boles Substitute Cook
Deborah Cardwell Substitute Bus Driver
Lisa Kiernan Substitute Cook
Gregory Krawiec Substitute Bus Driver
Andrea Maute Substitute Nurse
Yareli Diaz Mora Substitute Cook
Kyla Salsbury Substitute Cook
Kathy Thornton Substitute Cook
Sheri Watson Substitute Cook
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