[Winona Online Democracy]
Greetings,
Following my previous message in which I announced that I would no longer be
sending out school board agendas and updates via email, I received feedback
that caused me to reconsider that decision. So, I will be continuing to
send them to those who request to receive them, as well as to Winona Online
Democracy. If you know of someone who would like to be added to the list of
recipients, please let me know.
Also, at the meeting last night I announced that I would not be seeking to
continue as Board Chair after December . . . so, if there is a particular
school board member who you think would be a good choice to serve in this
role, I encourage you to contact them and ask them to run for the position.
Below is Dr. Bartleson's "From my Perspective" summary of last night's
school board meeting. Please let me know if you have any questions.
-Steve Kranz, Board Member
-Winona Area Public Schools
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Board Meeting Highlights
Board Meeting
11.20.03
from my perspective....
Eric Bartleson
HEADLINES
Significant Board Action:
Board sets budget reduction target for 2004-2005 at $2.4 million
In action last night the board voted to reduce the 2004-2005 budget by $2.4
million. This reduction will allow the district to balance expenditures
with revenue. Without any budget reduction the unreserved fund balance for
the district would be reduced from a projected + $1 million at the end of
2003-2004 to a -1.2 million at the end of 2004-2005.
The regular meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Items Added: Lincoln Relocation Minority Report
Items Deleted: 10.4 Resolution-Bids Lincoln School (approved earlier)
10.6 2003-2004 Update delayed until Dec. 4
RECOGNITION
Debut award -
The Champions for Children Award is a new award and will be
presented to area business, groups, or organizations that support our
students, staff and programs.
Our first recipients of this award are Wells Fargo Bank and Merchants Bank
for their generous contributions and support for a wide variety of school
programs. This year the two banks provided the funding to produce the
district calendar that is distributed widely throughout the school
district. The calendar this year highlighted student art work.
THANKS TO WELLS FARGO AND MERCHANTS BANKS!
District activity calendar artists
The following students were recognized and received their framed artwork
which has been displayed in Wells Fargo and Merchants lobbies: Student
artists are Laura Wickstrom (daughter of David and Joan Wickstrom), Sara
Jaszewski( daughter of Tom and Charleen Jaszewski), Sam Downs (son of
Darrel Downs and Natalie Siderius), Bridget Bawek (daughter of Brad and
Lori Bawek), Sean Schueler (son of Jerry and Karen Schueler), Sarah
Merchlewitz (daughter of Luke and Brenda Merchlewitz), Karen Kropidlowski
(wife of Frank Kropidlowski--Karen participated in a Community Education
Adult Enrichment Watercolor Class), Jennifer Tagliapetra (ECFE Participant
and daughter of Lance and Darlene Tagliapietra), Jessica Schwanke (daughter
of Mary Schwanke), Samantha Storsveen (daughter of Paul and Barb
Storsveen), Shiela Stellick (daughter of James and Joyce Stellick), Dylan
Jonsgaard (son of Brian and Lisa Jonsgaard), and Dante DeGrazia (son of
Emilio and Monica DeGrazia).
WSHS FFA Chapter: Two Star Chapter award received at the national
convention. Advisor is Brian Sather.
Erik Mundahl: Placed third at the Tri-State Science Symposium earning the
opportunity to present at the National Science Symposium in Baltimore April
28-May 2, 2004. Erik is a WSHS junior and the son of Neal and Susan
Mundahl.
Stephanie Fix: She was selected last spring as one of two students in the
state to conduct scientific research as a Research (REAP) scholar.
Stephanie is a senior and the daughter of Steven and Linda Fix.
Garrett Heath: Minnesota AA State Cross Country Champion. Senior and son
of Bob and Linda Heath.
Boys Cross Country Team: Eighth Place finish at State Minnesota AA Cross
Country Meet
Team members: Garrett Heath, Elliott Heath (freshman son of Bob and Linda
Heath), Erik Mundahl (junior and son of Neal and Susan Mundahl), Jerod
Baertsch (junior son of Jerry and Jan Baertsch), Joel Spencer (senior, son
of Richard and Jayne Spencer), Ben Schwarz (senior son of Rodney and Gayle
Schwarz)
John Ruggeberg: WSHS Community Service-learning and Social Studies teacher
and Cross Country Coach. Selected as the Boys Cross Country Section Coach
of the Year.
Eric Bartleson: Selected as the recipient of the Morris Bye Memorial Award.
Gay Mortensen for her ongoing efforts to tell the story of the Winona Area
Public Schools
CONGRATULATIONS BUSINESSES, STUDENTS AND STAFF!!!
STUDENT MEMBER REPORT
Student member Stephanie Fix reported on:
Marni Benson's success at state swim meet
Flag ceremony recognizing exchange students
Successful turkey dinner for over 450 senior citizens at the high
school
Upcoming band trip to Florida.(She apologized that she would be
leaving the meeting early to pack for the trip)
PUBLIC COMMENT
NONE
INFORMATION
Jennifer Brietlow was provide time to present "Minority Report" response
to a report given by the Margaret Schild, chair of Lincoln Relocation
Committee at the November 6 Study Session. Ms. Brietlow informed the
board that she would not be responding to the report.
Board member Natalie Siderius spoke in support of the previous minority
report given by Ms. Brietlow that had criticized the committee work and the
options provided to the board. Ms. Siderius urged board members to give the
options offered by Ms. Brietlow serious consideration.
Update on Lincoln Sale-Jeff Seeley reported that the Lincoln building has
been advertised in the La Crosse, Rochester, and Twin Cities area. A
businessman from La Crosse met with Jeff to day to discuss the building
Phone calls had also resulted in four bid packets mailed out on Thursday.
Superintendent Search Update-Pat Blaisdell, Director of Human Resources,
updated the board on the progress of the Superintendent Search. The search
consultant will be present at the December 4 Study Session for a more
complete update.
CONSENT AGENDA-the following items were all approved in one motion:
Minutes-minutes of the following meetings
September 18, 2003 - Regular Meeting
October 2, 2003 - Study Session
October 9, 2003 - Special Meeting
October 14, 2003 - Closed Negotiation Session
October 14, 2003 - Regular Meeting
These minutes can be found on the district website at www.winona.k12.mn.us
Follow the links?.District Wide > Superintendent & School Board > School
Board
Personnel
The following licensed persons are recommended for employment in the Winona
Area Public Schools:
Monica Akre is recommended for employment as a Long-term Substitute
Science Teacher for 1 period at Winona Senior High School. This
assignment began on November 10, 2003. Her placement on the salary
schedule will be III MA. The first 24 days are at $28.33 and $5823
thereafter.
Robin Bue is recommended for employment as a .6 Elementary Teacher at
Dakota School. The beginning date for this 153 day assignment was
October 14, 2003. Her placement on the salary schedule will be V BA
which amounts to $16,035.56 for this .6 assignment.
Jason Denzer is recommended for employment as a Part-time Smart
Program Teacher at Washington-Kosciusko School. He will be employed
2 hours after school on Tuesday and Thursday from October 7, 2003,
through April 29, 2003. For this assignment he will receive $32.23
per hour.
Susan Kronebusch is recommended for employment as a Long-term Grade
2-3-4 Teacher at Rollingstone School. This assignment began on
September 12, 2003. Her placement on the salary schedule will be II
BA+15. The first 24 days are at $85.00 and $187.00 thereafter.
Amy Krzewinski is recommended for employment as the After School
Activity Program (Bridges) Teacher at Goodview School. She will be
employed 2-1/2 hours per school day on Monday through Thursday. The
beginning date for this assignment was September 3, 2003, and the
hourly rate of pay is $15.00.
Miriam Poppe is recommended for employment as a .4 Elementary Teacher
at Goodview School. The beginning date for this 133 day assignment
was November 13, 2003. Her placement on the salary schedule will be
XI MA which amounts to $14,845.40 for this .4 assignment.
Approval of these positions is subject to Minnesota Statute 125.12,
Subdivision 2, which requires a unanimous vote of the full board if the
teacher is related by blood or marriage, within the fourth degree, computed
by the civil law, to a Board member.
The following non-licensed persons are recommended for employment in the
Winona Area Public Schools:
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS:
Christopher Bacehowski is recommended for employment as a Special Ed
Educational Assistant at Goodview School. He will be employed 6-1/2
hours per school day. The beginning date for this assignment was
October 15, 2003, and the hourly rate of pay is $9.69.
Tamara Kruse is recommended for employment as the HOT Club
Educational Assistant at Jefferson School. She will be employed 2
hours per day on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 7, 2003, through
April 29, 2004. For this assignment she will receive $10.18 per
hour.
Kari Lien is recommended for employment as a Child Care Assistant at
the Winona Area Learning Center. She will be employed as needed.
The beginning date for this assignment was November 10, 2003, and the
hourly rate of pay is $8.15.
Cathy Lieske is recommended for employment as the SMART Program
Educational Assistant at Madison School. She will be employed 2
hours per day on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 7, 2003, through
April 29, 2004. For this assignment she will receive $11.17 per
hour.
Kris Nett is recommended for employment as a Special Ed Educational
Assistant and Supervisor at Jefferson School. She will be employed
6-1/4 hours per school day as an educational assistant and � hour per
school day as a supervisor. The beginning date for this assignment
was October 13, 2003, and the hourly rates of pay are $10.18 as an
educational assistant and $9.81 as a supervisor.
NON-GROUP:
Susan Johnson is recommended for employment as a temporary
interpreter at Jefferson School. She will be employed as needed.
The beginning date for this assignment was October 23, 2003, and the
hourly rate of pay is $10.99.
LianLi Xiao is recommended for employment as a temporary Chinese
Interpreter at Jefferson School. She will be employed as needed.
The beginning date for this assignment was October 7, 2003, and the
hourly rate of pay is $10.99.
BUS/NOON SUPERVISOR:
Katrina Stoneburg is recommended for employment as a Supervisor at
Winona Middle School. She will be employed 2-1/4 hours per school
day. The beginning date for this assignment was September 8, 2003,
and the hourly rate of pay is $7.36.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION:
Request approval of the Community Education Staff/Instructors for
November 2003. See attached list.
The following persons are recommended for coaching assignments by Mark
Winter, Athletic Director:
Yrs. Exp. Total
Name Activity Units Exp. Units Units
Increment
Aric Attig WSHS Asst. Football 30 0 0
30 $1,230.00
Coach - .5
Dan Blank WSHS Asst. 75 26 10 85
$3,485.00
Basketball Coach
Warren Deets WSHS Asst. 65 0 0
65 $2,665.00
Wrestling Coach
Brad Dieringer WSHS Head Ski 90 0 0 90
$3,690.00
Coach
Kollin Foss WSHS Asst. 65 3 1 66
$2,706.00
Wrestling Coach
Kristi Giles WSHS Asst. Dance 44 0 0
44 $1,804.00
Team Coach
Tim Gleason WSHS Asst. Girls 75 14 10
85 $3,485.00
Basketball Coach
Dave Heise WSHS Asst. Girls 75 32 10 85
$3,485.00
Basketball Coach
Keith Krings WSHS Asst. Girls 65 2 0
65 $2,665.00
Hockey Coach
Fran McDevitt WSHS Head Boys 100 8 6
106 $4,346.00
Hockey Coach
Emily Mesch WSHS Asst. Ski 40 0 0
40 $1,640.00
Coach - .6
Kimberly Moss WSHS Asst. Dance 40 0 0
40 $1,640.00
Team Coach
Rob Murray WSHS Asst. 65 16 10 75
$3,075.00
Gymnastics Coach
Don Nadeau WSHS Asst. Boys 65 2 0 65
$2,665.00
Hockey Coach
Rocky Peterson WSHS Head Boys 110 12 10 120
$4,920.00
Basketball Coach
Mike Riemer WSHS Asst. 75 1 0 75
$3,075.00
Basketball Coach
Becki Rolbiecki WSHS Head 100 16 10
110 $4,510.00
Gymnastics Coach
Tom Sanvik WSHS Head Girls 100 18 10 110
$4,510.00
Hockey Coach
Chuck Schollmeier WSHS Asst. Floor 36 15 10
46 $1,886.00
Hockey Coach
Justin Smith WSHS Head 100 3
1 101 $4,141.00
Wrestling Coach
Kelsey Sonsalla WSHS Asst. Dance 44 0 0 44
$1,804.00
Team Coach
Jennifer Taylor WSHS Head Dance 60 2 0
60 $2,460.00
Team Coach
Chad Uble WSHS Asst. Girls 26 1 0
26 $1,066.00
Hockey Coach - .4
Bob Urness WSHS Head Floor 54 20+ 10
64 $2,624.00
Hockey Coach
Steve Wiltgen WSHS Assistant Boys 75 9
7 82 $3,362.00
Basketball Coach
Mark Winter WSHS Head Girls 110 12 10
120 $4,920.00
Basketball Coach
Becca Zeches WSHS Asst. Girls 75 1
0 75 $3,075.00
Basketball Coach
The following licensed person is recommended for an assignment increase in
the district:
Sandra Rotering, Science Teacher at Winona Senior High School, will
move from .25 to .353 due to an increase in her teaching assignment
for the 2003-2004 school year.
The following licensed persons are recommended for an extra assignment
during the 2003-2004 school year:
Tracy Albrecht is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Mary Alice Anderson is recommended for employment as the Houghton
Mifflin Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she
will receive $450.00.
Connie Bodas is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Paula Braaten is recommended for employment as Director of the
Elementary School Musical at Central School during the 2003-2004
school year. For this assignment she will receive $779.00.
Gay Casper is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Gay Casper is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Julie Corcoran is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Nancy Evanson is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Nancy Evanson is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Susie Fox is recommended for employment as Knowledge Bowl Advisor at
Winona Senior High School for the 2003-2004 School year beginning
September 15, 2003. For this assignment she will receive $820.00
Sonia Hanson is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Bonnie Jaastad is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Susan Larsen is recommended for employment as the
Multicultural/Diversity Advisor at Winona Senior High School for the
2003-2004 school year beginning October 22, 2003. For this
assignment she will receive $1,230.00.
Anne Lawlor is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Annette Lubbesmeyer is recommended for employment as the Houghton
Mifflin Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she
will receive $450.00.
Betty Maliszewski is recommended for employment as the Houghton
Mifflin Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Jean Moorhouse is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Diane Nolan is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Rocky Peterson is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment he will
receive $450.00.
Cherre Pye is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Barb Rahn is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Sue Smith is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Reading Coach for the district. For this assignment she will receive
$450.00.
Sue Smith is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Marie Tibor is recommended for employment as the Houghton Mifflin
Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she will
receive $450.00.
Marjorie Van Cleave is recommended for employment as the Houghton
Mifflin Technology Coach for the district. For this assignment she
will receive $450.00.
Barb Walker is recommended for employment as Visual Arts
Co-Coordinator at Winona Senior High School for the 2003-2004 school
year beginning September 2, 2003. For this assignment she will
receive $820.00.
Ann Wistrcill is recommended for employment as Visual Arts
Co-Coordinator at Winona Senior High School for the 2003-2004 school
year beginning September 2, 2003. For this assignment she will
receive $820.00.
Ann Wistrcill is recommended for employment as Senior Art Show
Advisor at Winona Senior High School for the 2003-2004 school year
beginning September 2, 2003. For this assignment she will receive
$820.00.
The following persons have requested a leave of absence in the district:
Jan Baumann, Cook Helper at Winona Middle School, has requested an
unpaid medical leave beginning October 23, 2003, to extend until
December 31, 2003.
Stacie Schmaltz, Science Teacher at Winona Middle School, has
requested a child care leave beginning approximately November 17,
2003, extending to January 5, 2004.
The following person has been terminated from his assignment in the
district:
David Dambach, Building Custodian/Engineer at Winona Middle School,
was terminated
effective October 13, 2003.
Donations
An imac computer was donated to WK School from Luke & Brenda Merchlewitz;
An-Rae Services, Inc. donated disposable food service items to the Food &
Nutrition Services; $3,782 from Alliance for the Mentally Ill to Project
Compass; $350 from Winona Area Public School's Foundation to project
Compass; to Rollingstone School, $250 from the Rollingstone Jaycees to
purchase new books for the accelerated reading program and from their PTA,
three VCR/DVD players for classrooms.
THANK YOU DONORS!
Payroll and Bills
October Payroll (gross $1,587,671.80) (net)
$1,251,827.73
October Bills
1,558,621.72
October 15 MN State Withholding Tax
33,098.02
October 30 MN State Withholding Tax
36,978.84
October 15 WI State Withholding Tax
3,456.89
October 30 WI State Withholding Tax
4,031.05
October 15 Fed/FICA/Med Withholding Tax
212,243.43
October 30 Fed/FICA/Med Withholding Tax
234,069.21
Blue Cross Blue Shield Payment
287,328.77
Total
$3,621,655.66
Policies
Approved policies for implementation
Staff Admission to Events(See attached file: 649-Staff
Admission to School Events rev final.pdf)
Term Limits and Eligibility for School District Committees(See
attached file: 144 Term Limits approved.pdf)
BUSINESS
Employment of Educational Assistants
Board approved the request from Judi Vold, Special Education Director, to
hire 4.5 educational assistants to cover the needs of special education
students at Jefferson Elementary (2.0 FTE), Central Elementary (1.0 FTE),
Lincoln Community Preschool (1.0 FTE) and .5 at the Winona Area Learning
Center.
Costs to be off-set by use of Federal funds.
Contracts with St. Mary's University
The board approved a request Judi Vold, Special Education Director, for a
Collaborative Agreement to Provide Services for a student with autism in
birth-3 program who is receiving services from a therapist at St. Mary's
University. This is an on-going program.
District Wide Staff Development Committee-The board approved the 2003-2004
Membership on the committee and the goals submitted by the committee for
2003-2004.
Winona Area Public Schools
Staff Development Committee
2003-2004
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| Member | School | Position | Term
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Barb Carlson | Dakota | Teacher | 2002-2006
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Judy Davis | Goodview/Madison | Elementary | on-going
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| | | Administrator |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Mary Ellinghuysen| Madison | Teacher | 2000-2004
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Sue George | W-K | Teacher | 2001-2005
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Ron Helmers | Senior High | High School | on-going
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| | | Administrator |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Joyce Houdek | Jefferson | Paraprofessional | 2003-2007
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Kathy Kosidowski | Jefferson | Teacher - Committee | 2003-2007
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| | | Chair |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Diane Nolan | Goodview | Teacher | 2001-2005
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Jill Nysse | Middle School | Teacher | 2000-2004
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Meri Ruth | Central | Teacher | 2003-2007
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| Pflughoeft | | |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Barb Rahn | Rollingstone | Teacher | 2000-2004
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Todd Rassmussen | | School Board | on-going
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Sue Roehrich | | Curriculum Director | on-going
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Kirstin Schultz | | Parent | 2003-2007
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Mary Smith | Lincoln | Teacher | 2000-2004
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Ted Stuckmayer | WALC | Teacher/Special | 2002-2006
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| | | Education |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Sharon Suchla | Middle School | Middle School | on-going
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| | | Administrator |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Steve Willman | High School | Teacher | 2002-2006
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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| Ellen Zempel | Southeast Technical| Post secondary | on-going
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| | | education |
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|------------------+--------------------+------------------------+----------
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2003-2004 Goals
2003-2004 District Staff Development Goals
11-20-03
Goals should be in alignment with Minnesota legislative goals and the
Winona Area Public School District Goals. Site Professional Development
Goals should then be in alignment with the District Wide Advisory Committee
Goals.
District Aim-Student Achievement.
Goal: Continue to improve student achievement in reading K-5
Objective: No site will be identified as needs improvement in AYP- WK and
WAPS will be removed from the AYP list
Activities: Training in reading content reading strategies for teachers in
grades 6-12, implementation of new K-5 reading series,
Data: 2003-2004 MCA reading scores for grades 3 and 5 and MBST
scores for grade 8 and 10
Goal: Continue to improve student achievement in math in grades 3, 5
and 8.
Objective: The percent of students passing the MBST in math for grade 8
will be at or above 80% for 2003-2004.
The percent of students in grades 3 and 5 in Level I on the
2003-2004 MCA tests will be below 10%.
No site will be identified as needs improvement in AYP.
Activities: Update math curriculum maps, curriculum writing, math
workshops.
Data: 2003-2004 MCA math grades 3 & 5 and MBST in grade 8 and MCA in
grade 11.
District Aim- School Climate -a safe, positive learning environment
Goal: Provide safe and drug free school environments.
Objective: Students will feel safe in their schools.
Activities: Offer programs through SDFS grant, diversity activities,
facility safety checks,
CPR and first aid training, CPI (Crisis Prevention and
Intervention) training
Data: MN Student Survey results, District Climate Survey
Goal: Review Crisis management planning and training
Objective: To have a useable crisis management plan in place at all sites
Activities: Administration to work with site teams to review, revise and
publish plans and share with all site employees
Participate with city, county and LEC on safety plans
Data: Report to Superintendent on status of all site plans by May
2004
Goal: Train all employees in Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and
Neglect
Objective: Safety of children
Activities: Training from Winona County Community Health
Data: Number of incidents reported and county assistance on follow-up
Goal: Support health and wellness activities for employees.
Objective: Offer opportunities to all employees to improve their health
and wellness
Activities: Fall- "Walk-Run", flu shots for employees, First aid and CPR
training for employees
Data: Feedback sheets from participants
District Aim ?Student Achievement - a continuous learning environment for
all district staff.
Goal: Provide opportunities for professional development for all
employees.
Objective: Provide support for the Mentoring Program.
Provide support for the PACT Program.
Provide technology training.
� Train in use of Microsoft Word to replace Claris Works
� Train in use of Grade Quick for all 5-12 teachers, piloting for some
elementary teachers
� Train in use of HM software for student accountability in reading K-5
� Train in development and use of web sites for teachers/classrooms
Provide leadership training for administrative team and board
members- promote
team building activities
Activities: "Celebrating Success with Technology"
SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) Program, MAEF
(Minnesota Academic
Excellence Foundation) membership, Covey Leadership training,
administrative retreats,
Ben Miller Teacher Summer Institute, other?
Data: Participants' feedback regarding meetings and activities,
professional skills survey.
District Aim -Parent/Community Involvement
Goal: Support parent involvement in student achievement
Objective: Improve access and reporting of progress in student achievement
to parents
Activities: Data practices and legal training for administrators and
clerical staff
Data: Parent involvement opportunities and participation noted,
conference attendance,
Parent participation on district wide committees
Resolution to Reduce Expenditures
In order for the administration to begin planning reductions in the
2004-2005 budget, the Board adopted a resolution directing the
administration to make recommendations for reductions is programs,
positions, and/or schools. Given the uncertainty of state funding and the
current status of the state budget, the following directive (resolution) is
recommended.
RESOLUTION DIRECTING ADMINISTRATION TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCTIONS
IN PROGRAMS, POSITIONS, AND/OR SCHOOLS
Whereas, the financial condition of the State of Minnesota, with
significant budget deficits, dictates that the School District should plan
for reduced or frozen state revenues, and
Whereas, State revenues amount to approximately 85% of the District's
General Fund revenues, and
Whereas, projected enrollment declines will further deteriorate State
revenues, and
Whereas, the financial condition of the State of Minnesota will have a
significant impact on the financial condition of the school district,
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Winona Area Public Schools (ISD 861) as follows:
The School Board hereby directs the Superintendent of Schools and
administration to consider the discontinuance of programs, positions,
and/or school reductions to effectuate economies in the school district and
reduce expenditures and, as a result of projected state revenue declines,
make recommendations to the School Board for the discontinuance of
positions and/or curtailment of position and/or school reductions, AND
The School Board hereby directs the Superintendent of Schools and
administration to determine which teacher's contracts must be terminated
and not renewed, and which teachers may be placed on unrequested leave of
absence without pay or fringe benefits in effecting discontinuance of
positions.
Budget Reduction Process
The board has requested that the administration develop process and
timeline to come up with budget reduction options for the board to
consider. Following Mr. Sheehan's presentation on November 6th the board
also requested that the administration look at the districts used in Mr
Sheehan's comparisons to see what, if any, differences exist between each
one and WAPS. A draft of items for comparison was discussed.
Timeline -Target date would be the second meeting in March
Information ? The board discussed the following information that was
included in their board packet:
-administrative recommendations for the 03-04 school year
-Possible cost reductions submitted by staff
-Progress report on $250,000 budget reduction for 03-04
-Structural Balance summary for WEA contract
I will also be going through the 2000 Budget Design Committee
recommendations and updating those that have been fully or partially
implemented. These will be presented at a later date.
Reduction Target ? The board approved a budget reduction target of $2.4
million for the 2004-2005 budget.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
November/December Meetings
School Board Listening Sessions:
Nov. 24, 2003 ------2:20 P.M. Washington-Kosciusko Elementary
----- 3:45 P.M. Winona Middle School, Rm 6W
Dec. 2, 2003 ---- 3:30 P.M. Winona Area Learning Center
Dec. 3, 2003 ----- 2:20 P.M. Central Elementary
Dec. 4, 2003 ----- 2:15 P.M. Goodview Elementary
Dec. 8, 2003 ---- 2:30 P.M. Jefferson Elementary
DECEMBER 2003 BOARD MEETINGS
December 1 3:30 P.M. Board Operations Committee, Lincoln Bldg.
December 4 6:00 P.M. School Board Study Session
December 8 5:00 P.M. Joint Board Mtg w/Bluffview Montessori
December 17 5:00 P.M. Truth in Taxation Hearing
December 18 6:00 P.M. Regular Board Meeting
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