Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education Met June 23.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
Meeting Convened
The Board of Education of School District No. 172, Adams County, Illinois, met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Education Office, Room 214, 1416 Maine Street, Quincy, Illinois, in said school district.
Roll Call
The meeting was called to order by President Ali, who directed the secretary to call the roll. On the call of the roll, the following members were present and answered to their names: Members Ali, Arns, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Member Brock was present telephonically. Whereupon the President declared a quorum was present.
Moment of Silence
President Ali declared a moment of silence and reflection.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Phyllis Stewart.
Open Public Hearing
President Ali opened the public hearing on the 2020-2021 Amended District Budget, 2020-2021 Amended West Central Regional Joint Agreement Budget, 2020-2021 Amended Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget, and 2020-2021 Amended Special Education Budget. There were no comments at this time, but the hearing remained open for comments until closed later in the meeting.
Questions and Comments
President Ali opened the meeting to questions and comments to members of the Board, by members of the public. There were none.
Consent Agenda
It was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Arns to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda:
Treasurer’s Report May 2021
Minutes – May 19, 2021, June 3, 2021, and June 11, 2021
Check Register and JH/SH Activity Fund Reports
Statement of Agreement with Quanada (Doc. Reg. No. 3694)
Hazardous Busing Resolution (Doc. Reg. No. 3695)
Physician Indemnification Letter (Doc. Reg. No. 3696)
2021-2022 School Board Meeting Resolution – calendar (Doc. Reg. No. 3697)
Approve FFA Overnight Trips, Student Council Overnight Trips, and Yearbook Overnight Trips
Acknowledge receipt of the Freedom of Information Log: May 15 through June 19, 2021 (Information Only) None
On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Reports of the Superintendent
Summer Update. Work is moving along on the junior high construction project and central office parking lot. The parking lot is being refinished, repaved, and blacktopped with new drainage. The parking lot is expected to be complete and ready for junior high, central office and alternative school parking by August 6. Renovation continues at the junior high on the third and fourth floors. Bringing Junior High up to 21st-century standard is the primary purpose of this four-year project and we are in year three.
Family Engagement Pilot. A one-year Family Engagement Pilot is being requested. This pilot will allow for one FTE position and 2 stipend positions. It will be a liaison to build relationships with all elements of the community. They will work closely with the mentorship program, SSFL’s, and community health care workers in reaching some of the sub-groups where there is an achievement gap. These positions will be paid from money from the Foundation Mentorship Program along with a Title grant. It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Family Engagement Pilot. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
District Improvement Committee
New Course Proposal-9th Grade PE Class. Jody Steinke and Andy Douglas presented an Athletic PE proposal to the committee. The PE class is for 9th grade athletes only, for1 hour per day and will focus on strength/weight training, flexibility/yoga, agility/fitness, and leadership. The class is an option for student athletes and not a requirement. The course is designed for 75 students per semester. Out-of-season semester athletes will receive ½ PE credit and ½ sports leadership elective credit In-season semester athletes will receive ½ PE credit. It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Arns to approve the 9th Grade PE Class (Doc. Reg. No. 3698). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
School Improvement Plans 2021-2022. Each school along with the music department presented their improvement plans to the committee. They each shared strengths, areas to improve, improvement goals, and “hot rocks”.
Board Secretary Retirement
The Board recognized long-time Board Secretary and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Phyllis Stewart, who attended her final Board meeting before she retires June 30. Stewart served QSD 172 for 27 years under seven superintendents.
Close Public Hearing
President Ali asked if there were any questions regarding the 2020-2021 Amended District Budget, 2020-2021 Amended West Central Regional Joint Agreement Budget, 2020-2021 Amended Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget, and 2020-2021 Amended Special Education Budget. Hearing no further questions or comments, President Ali closed the public hearing.
Amended 2020-2021 Quincy School District Budget
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Quincy School District Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3699). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 West Central Region Budget
It was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Amended 2020-2021 West Central Region Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3700). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 QAVTC Budget
It was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3701). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 Special Education Association Budget
It was moved by Member Petty and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Special Education Association Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3702). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 QAVTC Budget
It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Whitfield to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3703). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 West Central Region Budget
It was moved by Member Petty and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 West Central Region Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3704). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 Special Education Association Budget
It was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 Special Education Association Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3705). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Working Cash Fund Abatement to the Education Fund
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Resolution on the Working Cash Fund Abatement to the Education Fund in the amount of $479,653.29 (Doc. Reg. No. 3706). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
2021-2022 School Handbooks
It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Ali to approve the ECFC, K-5, QJHS, QHS and The Academy School handbooks as presented. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Executive Session
At 6:23 p.m., it was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Arns that the Board suspend the rules and go into executive session to discuss: a) the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the School District; b) collective negotiating matters between the School District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees; c) the sale or lease of property owned by the District; d) student disciplinary cases; e) pending, probable, or imminent litigation; and j) attorney/client privilege. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resumption of Rules
At 7:18 p.m., it was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Arns to resume the conduct of the regular meeting under rules. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Student Discipline
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Ali to adopt the recommendation made in executive session regarding the pre-expulsion agreement for one QHS student and the expulsion for one QHS student. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Personnel Addendum
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Revised Personnel Addendum as amended. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Meeting Convened
The Board of Education of School District No. 172, Adams County, Illinois, met in regular session on June 23, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Education Office, Room 214, 1416 Maine Street, Quincy, Illinois, in said school district.
Roll Call
The meeting was called to order by President Ali, who directed the secretary to call the roll. On the call of the roll, the following members were present and answered to their names: Members Ali, Arns, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Member Brock was present telephonically. Whereupon the President declared a quorum was present.
Moment of Silence
President Ali declared a moment of silence and reflection.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Phyllis Stewart.
Open Public Hearing
President Ali opened the public hearing on the 2020-2021 Amended District Budget, 2020-2021 Amended West Central Regional Joint Agreement Budget, 2020-2021 Amended Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget, and 2020-2021 Amended Special Education Budget. There were no comments at this time, but the hearing remained open for comments until closed later in the meeting.
Questions and Comments
President Ali opened the meeting to questions and comments to members of the Board, by members of the public. There were none.
Consent Agenda
It was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Arns to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda:
Treasurer’s Report May 2021
Minutes – May 19, 2021, June 3, 2021, and June 11, 2021
Check Register and JH/SH Activity Fund Reports
Statement of Agreement with Quanada (Doc. Reg. No. 3694)
Hazardous Busing Resolution (Doc. Reg. No. 3695)
Physician Indemnification Letter (Doc. Reg. No. 3696)
2021-2022 School Board Meeting Resolution – calendar (Doc. Reg. No. 3697)
Approve FFA Overnight Trips, Student Council Overnight Trips, and Yearbook Overnight Trips
Acknowledge receipt of the Freedom of Information Log: May 15 through June 19, 2021 (Information Only) None
On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Reports of the Superintendent
Summer Update. Work is moving along on the junior high construction project and central office parking lot. The parking lot is being refinished, repaved, and blacktopped with new drainage. The parking lot is expected to be complete and ready for junior high, central office and alternative school parking by August 6. Renovation continues at the junior high on the third and fourth floors. Bringing Junior High up to 21st-century standard is the primary purpose of this four-year project and we are in year three.
Family Engagement Pilot. A one-year Family Engagement Pilot is being requested. This pilot will allow for one FTE position and 2 stipend positions. It will be a liaison to build relationships with all elements of the community. They will work closely with the mentorship program, SSFL’s, and community health care workers in reaching some of the sub-groups where there is an achievement gap. These positions will be paid from money from the Foundation Mentorship Program along with a Title grant. It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Family Engagement Pilot. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
District Improvement Committee
New Course Proposal-9th Grade PE Class. Jody Steinke and Andy Douglas presented an Athletic PE proposal to the committee. The PE class is for 9th grade athletes only, for1 hour per day and will focus on strength/weight training, flexibility/yoga, agility/fitness, and leadership. The class is an option for student athletes and not a requirement. The course is designed for 75 students per semester. Out-of-season semester athletes will receive ½ PE credit and ½ sports leadership elective credit In-season semester athletes will receive ½ PE credit. It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Arns to approve the 9th Grade PE Class (Doc. Reg. No. 3698). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
School Improvement Plans 2021-2022. Each school along with the music department presented their improvement plans to the committee. They each shared strengths, areas to improve, improvement goals, and “hot rocks”.
Board Secretary Retirement
The Board recognized long-time Board Secretary and Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Phyllis Stewart, who attended her final Board meeting before she retires June 30. Stewart served QSD 172 for 27 years under seven superintendents.
Close Public Hearing
President Ali asked if there were any questions regarding the 2020-2021 Amended District Budget, 2020-2021 Amended West Central Regional Joint Agreement Budget, 2020-2021 Amended Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget, and 2020-2021 Amended Special Education Budget. Hearing no further questions or comments, President Ali closed the public hearing.
Amended 2020-2021 Quincy School District Budget
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Quincy School District Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3699). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 West Central Region Budget
It was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Amended 2020-2021 West Central Region Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3700). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 QAVTC Budget
It was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3701). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Amended 2020-2021 Special Education Association Budget
It was moved by Member Petty and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Amended 2020-2021 Special Education Association Budget (Doc. Reg. No. 3702). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 QAVTC Budget
It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Whitfield to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3703). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 West Central Region Budget
It was moved by Member Petty and seconded by Member Arns to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 West Central Region Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3704). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resolution on Tentative 2021-2022 Special Education Association Budget
It was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Resolution on Presentation of Tentative 2021-2022 Special Education Association Budget and set hearing date as August 18, 2021 (Doc. Reg. No. 3705). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Working Cash Fund Abatement to the Education Fund
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Petty to approve the Resolution on the Working Cash Fund Abatement to the Education Fund in the amount of $479,653.29 (Doc. Reg. No. 3706). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
2021-2022 School Handbooks
It was moved by Member Nichols and seconded by Member Ali to approve the ECFC, K-5, QJHS, QHS and The Academy School handbooks as presented. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Executive Session
At 6:23 p.m., it was moved by Member Ali and seconded by Member Arns that the Board suspend the rules and go into executive session to discuss: a) the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the School District; b) collective negotiating matters between the School District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees; c) the sale or lease of property owned by the District; d) student disciplinary cases; e) pending, probable, or imminent litigation; and j) attorney/client privilege. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Resumption of Rules
At 7:18 p.m., it was moved by Member Whitfield and seconded by Member Arns to resume the conduct of the regular meeting under rules. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Student Discipline
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Ali to adopt the recommendation made in executive session regarding the pre-expulsion agreement for one QHS student and the expulsion for one QHS student. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
Personnel Addendum
It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member Nichols to approve the Revised Personnel Addendum as amended. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Brock, Nichols, Petty, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member McNay. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.
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