July Superintendent Report Litchfield Public Schools July 16, 2018
Appointment of New School Board Member April Gross has sent a letter of application for the open position on the board left by Todd Wardyn’ s resignation last month. April is the only one that applied for the position that was advertised for two weeks downtown and in the Sherman County Times. Motion: I move to that the board appoints April Gross to fill the open seat on the school board to carry out Todd Wardyn’ s term that will end on January 14, 2019.
* We will then swear April into the position on the school board. She will then be able to vote on board issues.
2018-2019 Lunch Prices We need to set the 2018-2019 school lunch prices.
First Reading on Policy Changes Recommended by the NASB
Attached are policy changes due to recent NDE and legislative changes. They are as follows: � Policy 402.09 Recognition for Service of Employees – goes from $ 25 to $ 50 for recognition dinners � Policy 503.08 Married Studnt Policy-- needed for non-discrimination rules � Policy 603.01 Curriculum Development— revised NDE Science Standards and timelines
� Policy 1005.12 Title 1 Parent & Family Member Engagement – Changes with ESSA specifically for
Title 1. Review of our Student / Staff Memorial Policy
With the unfortunate accident in Cairo this spring the school lawyers advise us to look at our Student / Staff Memorial Policy. We don’ t have to change anything but it’ s better to look at the policy now instead of after an unfortunate event when emotions are running high. We can discuss if we would want any changes.
Building & Grounds
� Business room and the main high school halls have been painted. New handrails to the first floor in high school. �
Sidewalk – Thank you to Bill Howard, Todd Wardyn, and John Kohl for helping remove the old sidewalk. I have contacted Ed Chizek and he will be planning on putting in the new sidewalk in the next two weeks to be completed by school time.
� Gym Floor. The gym floor has been screened and refinished. � Tri State Paving has given a bid to fix road on East side of blue building. �
Weight room update – We have had a plumber in to look at the possibility of a toilet and drinking fountain. Believes it can be done. Will be starting the project this week.
Dates to Remember
I have included a list of upcoming dates for the next two months in regards to school schedule, meetings and the 2018-2019 budget.