Laserfiche WebLink
Dr. Charles J. Shackett, Superintendent Dr. Bruce Roberts, Deputy Superintendent <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />3497 North Ammon Road, Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83401  (208) 525-4400  Fax (208) 529-0104  www.d93.k12.id.us <br /> <br /> <br />Board of Trustees  Craig Lords  Annette Winchester  Wendy Horman  Kip Nelson  DeVere Hunt <br /> <br />Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is an Equal Opportunity Employer <br /> <br /> <br />Marjean McConnell, Assistant Superintendent <br /> Special Meeting Minutes <br /> Wednesday March 21, 2012 <br /> Cloverdale Elementary 11:30 a.m. <br /> <br /> <br />I. Call to Order <br />Chairman Lords called the meeting to order at 11:51 a.m. <br /> <br />II. Roll Call <br />Board Members present: Chairman Craig Lords, Vice-Chairman Annette Winchester, Trustee Kip Nelson, and Trustee DeVere Hunt. Others in <br />attendance were Deputy Superintendent Bruce Roberts, Assistant Superintendent Marjean McConnell, Assistant Principal Craig Miller, Director of <br />Plant Facility/Operations Roger Hill, Health and Safety Coordinator Guy Bliesner, Energy Education Specialist Don Trauntvein, Principal Ken <br />Marlow, Principal Jason Lords, Director of Operations Todd Hicks, Curriculum Director Michaelena Hix, Principal Rich Coburn, Food Service <br />Manager Heather Plain, Director of Federal Programs Susan Searle, Chief Financial Operations Officer April Burton, Assistant Principal Elisa <br />Saffle, Athletic Director Dale Gardner, and Board Clerk Valerie Messick <br /> <br />III. Welcoming of Delegates and Visitors <br />Holly Giglio, Amanda Van Orden, Renee Cook Lana Gonzoles <br /> <br />IV. Consent Calendar <br /> <br />Transfer From To <br />Craig Miller Assistant Principal at BHS Principal D93 Technical Careers HS <br /> <br />Chairman Lords asked if there would be a motion to accept the consent calendar. <br /> <br />MOTION: Annette Winchester made the motion to accept the consent calendar. Kip Nelson seconded. The vote was 4 in favor with 0 opposed and <br />0 abstentions. Motion passed. <br /> <br />V. Items for Discussion <br /> <br />A. Autism program including an overview of timelines and summary of plans - Susan Searle <br />Ms. Searle reported that we want to do the best for each of the children. The DRR will remain at RMMS and BHS. There was concern about <br />whether there was sufficient room. She stated that there is a great need for curriculum for special needs. We always have the core curriculum. <br />We need professional development to make sure everyone is on the same page. Mr. Hunt was concerned about putting money into staff for <br />professional development and then having them leave the district. Ms. Searle stated that she would train throughout the year. She hopes to <br />have less contracted individuals and more of our own people so we have more flexibility. She stated that the parents want to be assured that <br />the sensory room will be used appropriately. “Students need a place for release. We need to look at the design. Hopefully there will be a <br />sensory room available in all four secondary schools. <br /> <br />She is planning on beginning to transition students for part of the day into the middle school. She is also planning on meeting with parents <br />once a month. All communication regarding special education needs to go through Ms. Searle. <br /> <br />Chairman Lords asked how a student gets into the autism program. Open enrollment is the vehicle but, it won’t be an option because of our <br />high enrollment of students who live in the District. After we are at 85% of capacity we don’t accept open enrollment students. If we add <br />positions in special education, will it increase the opportunity for open enrollment? Ms. Searle stated that adding positions would bring the <br />ratios down so it is workable. <br /> <br />Mr. Hunt asked Mr. Lords if there is room at Rocky Mountain for a sensory room close to the classroom. He is looking for an acceptable place. <br />Mr. Hunt also stated that we have a good staff and they have worked well in tough situations. We need to surround them with curriculum and <br />training in how to best help children. <br /> <br />Chairman Lords stated that the Board appreciates the efforts of Ms. Searle and Mr. Hunt in helping to determine where the District needs to <br />improve facilities and curriculum. He then asked the parents who were present to speak if they would like. They thanked Ms. Searle, stating <br />that she had communicated well with them. Holly Giglio stated that training is important. She appreciated that Ms. Searle is very honest, open, <br />and frank with them. <br /> <br />