.	SHILOH COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.1 BOARD OF EDUCATION
	May 15, 2005 Regular Meeting BOARD SUMMARY OF REGULAR MEETING - 8:00 PM. Meeting was called to order at 8:00 PM by President Patchett All board members were present. Others Present: Jim Acklin, Barb Board, Terry Sullivan, Gary Henry President Patchett welcomed everyone to the meeting. Presentation of Friend of Education plaque by Hutchinson to Shirley Emberton: Mrs. Emberton has volunteered in Mrs. Ingram's classroom for several years. She comes at the beginning of the year to help with the new first grade students and then continues to come every Tuesday to listen to the students read books. She has helped students with math lessons and homework. Mrs. Emberton enjoys the children and they enjoy working with her. She has also been a much needed helper on field trips. Mrs. Emberton is a welcome addition to Mrs. Ingram's class. Following were not present to receive their plaques: Shiloh Booster Club - The Booster Club has been helping our young athletes and the Shiloh schools for the past four years. They have worked hard to help not only the student athletes, but anyone who comes to the school. They have donated considerable time and money to the benefit of our students, including scholarships, uniforms, pom pons, visual aids, and equipment. The new mats in the Shiloh gym were a big addition to our school. They have worked successfully to boost pride and participation in the Shiloh Schools. Northern Harvest Furniture - Donated $8,000 worth of hardwood and hardwood plywood for the Industrial Technology Department. Approved the following Consent Agenda items: Regular Meeting minutes of April 18, 2005 Executive Session minutes of April 18, 2005 Treasurer's Report Activity Report Employment of personnel for the 2005-2006 school year: Marydith Foster - Kindergarten teacher and Ryan Miller - Head Football Coach Authorized the Superintendent to employ an Agriculture teacher for the 2005-2005 school year pending final Board of Education approval Approved the FY05 end of the year Public School Calendar Approved Certification of Need for Fire Prevention and Safety Funds - ag shop overhead door, high school office door, and furnace in nurse's office at NGS Approved Life Safety Statements of Completion - ag shop overhead door, high school office door, and furnace in nurse's office at NGS Approved Dawson Scholarship, Doisy Scholarship, and William Buckler Scholarship recipients. Board approved the payment of bills as presented. Thank you cards were received from the family of George Horodnick, Mark and Linda Smith, Jayme Dillon, Johna Bolton and FCCLA Parliamentary Procedure Team. There were no requests to address the Board. Principal's Report: Principal Derby was not at the meeting. Superintendent Acklin reviewed her written report. Young mentioned that 11 Jr. High athletes had qualified for the state track meet. Superintendent Acklin said the Ecology Club had used the proceeds from can recycling to purchase another canoe. Superintendent's Report: Superintendent Acklin reviewed his written report noting that the Education Fund balance could be decreased by approximately $50,000 if TRS retirement for two retiring teachers is paid out of next years budget. Discussed the new press box/concession stand/storage combination building being built at the baseball diamond. He commended Ryan Miller for his efforts to make this happen by getting over $2000 in windows donated by Simonton Windows, CHI donation of an overhead door, Menards gave him the best price on lumber plus free delivery. Ryan also helped to construct the building. Told the Board that for the 2003-2004 school year Shiloh achieved the second highest rating of Financial Recognition by the State Board of Education. Receiving 3.9% out of 4. The only other school in Edgar County to receive Financial Recognition was Kansas. Reviewed information received from State Treasurer Topinka regarding the Illinois Funds, a money market account which works like checking account. Discussed moving the checking account to Illinois Funds because it does not earn any interest but leaving investments as they are. Approved employment of Cory White as Jr. High/High School Math and PE teacher for the 2005-2006 school year pending final approve by the Regional Office of Education. Voted to table the employment of a High School Cheerleading sponsor. Discussion: First Reading of School Board Policy 6:240 Instruction - Field Trips: discussed the intent of the policy. Aramark Food Services Re-negotiation Proposal - Looking at a 3% increase. For every full price student meal sold at $2.00 per meal, we will lose $.54. Summer IT Work: reviewed the plans and which rooms they will go into. Utility bills: discussed giving the Superintendent annual authorization to pay the monthly utility bills in order to avoid having to pay late fees. Shiloh Education Foundation: Has not met for two years. Still giving scholarships. Patchett feels the Foundation needs to be revitalized. Charitable Trust recognition was cancelled and would have to be renewed/reapplied. Superintendent Acklin had received an email from Mark Smith with a list of the donations his program has received this school year. A total value of $95,000. Block 8 Scheduling: discussed pros and cons of the current Modified Block 8 vs changing to 8 periods or 7 periods. Hutchinson feels Block 8 is a disservice to our students because it does not prepare them for college work. Means questioned if there was any way to stop doing school activities on Sunday as he feels this should be a family day. Kile questioned if it was necessary to have an 8th grade promotion ceremony. Board went into Executive Session at 9:41 PM and returned to Open Session at 11:02 PM. Approved 4% increase and 1% bonus for the Transportation/Maintenance Director, Bookkeeper, and Unit Secretary. Approved to increase Dean of Students stipend to $2500 annually. Directed Superintendent Acklin to employ a high school cheerleading sponsor. Board meeting adjourned at 11:05 PM.