Dawson Springs Independent
March 27, 2023 6:00 PM
Regular Meeting
Return
1. Call to Order and Welcome
2. Roll call
Discussion

Also present:

3. Approval of the Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #6769 - Motion Passed:  Recommendation to approve the agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Kent Dillingham.

4. Recognition, discussion, communication and report items (No Board Action)
4.A. Recognitions: Fine Art Award Winners: Jayden Sherman - 2nd Grade "Valentine" Brenna Nash - 7th Grade "PG" Erica Bruce - High School "Radiohead" Staff Recognition as Voted on by Peers- Allen Stone -Recognition of Achievement for Stephanie Clayton who completed her Rank change through the Green River Region Educational Co-op (GRREC). Ms. Clayton is a member of the very first cohort to obtain her rank change through the this new program at GRREC.
4.B. Communications: Overview and update on the Dawson Springs Wellness Center Booster Group and the potential project by Jacob Dever
4.B.1. Board Member Communications
4.B.2. Citizens and Delegations: This is an opportunity for any citizen or delegation to approach the Board and be heard on any item/issue on the agenda or not on the agenda. An individual is limited to 2 minutes to speak. Please keep in mind this is not for questions and answers, simply individuals to share information with the Board. (The Board appreciates and anticipates that the building Principal and Superintendent get the opportunity to resolve any issues prior to addressing the Board).
4.C. Reports
4.C.1. Elementary Principal's Report
Attachments
4.C.2. Jr./Sr. High Principal's Report
Attachments
4.C.3. Enrollment and Attendance Report
4.C.4. Current School Year School Calendar Update - Graduation will be May 19th at 7pm. A finalized amended school calendar will be completed in next month or so.
4.C.5. Chief Academic Officer Report
Attachments
4.C.6. Superintendent's Report
Attachments
5. Action Items (Affirmative Motion needed)
5.A. Approval of Treasurer's Report
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6770 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the treasurer's report as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Ms. Carol Niswonger.

5.B. Review/Approval of mowing bid for 2023 to Mow Pro Lawn Care for $250 weekly per bid guidelines (Only other bid was Cunningham Lawn Care for $350 per week).
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6771 - Motion Passed:  Approval of mowing bid for 2023 to Mow Pro Lawn Care for $250 weekly per bid guidelines passed with a motion by Kent Dillingham and a second by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh.

5.C. Discussion/Approval of 2023-2024 certified employee salary table as presented
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6772 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2023-2024 certified employee salary table as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Kent Dillingham.

5.D. Discussion/Approval of 2023-2024 classified employee salary table as presented
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6773 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2023-2024 classified employee salary table as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Ms. Carol Niswonger.

5.E. Discussion/Approval of 2023-2024 certified sub employee salary table as presented
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6774 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2023-2024 certified sub employee salary table as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Ms. Carol Niswonger.

5.F. Discussion/Approval of 2023-2024 extra service employee salary table as presented
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6775 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2023-2024 extra service employee salary table as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Meredith Hyde.

5.G. Discussion/Approval to purchase OneScreen technology devices and accessories for classroom instruction using ESSER III funds.
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6776 - Motion Passed:  Approval to purchase OneScreen technology devices and accessories for classroom instruction using ESSER III funds passed with a motion by Ms. Carol Niswonger and a second by Kent Dillingham.

5.H. Discussion/Approval to seek pest control quotes with monthly service for the entire district to potentially begin July 1, 2023
Actions Taken

Order #6777 - Motion Passed:  Approval to seek pest control quotes with monthly service for the entire district to potentially begin July 1, 2023 passed with a motion by Kent Dillingham and a second by Meredith Hyde.

5.I. Discussion/Approval to accept KETS 2023 second offer of assistance to escrow $5,080.158 up to 3 years
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6778 - Motion Passed:  Approval to accept KETS 2023 second offer of assistance to escrow $5,080.158 up to 3 years passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Kent Dillingham.

5.J. Discussion/Approval to move the regularly scheduled April Board meeting to April 17th due to a scheduling conflict.
Actions Taken

Order #6779 - Motion Passed:  Approval to move the regularly scheduled April Board meeting to April 17th due to a scheduling conflict passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Meredith Hyde.

5.K. Discussion/Approval to purchase new bus using ESSER III funds (budget to purchase approved by KDE)
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6780 - Motion Passed:  Approval to purchase new bus using ESSER III funds (budget to purchase approved by KDE) passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Meredith Hyde.

5.L. Discussion/Approval of payment for high school HVAC/roof construction invoice as attached
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #6781 - Motion Passed:  Approval of payment for high school HVAC/roof construction invoice as attached passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Kent Dillingham.

6. Student Learning and Support Consent Items
Actions Taken

Order #6782 - Motion Passed:  Approval of consent agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh and a second by Meredith Hyde.

6.A. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes for February 27, 2023
Attachments
6.B. Approval of Payment of Bills and Salaries
Attachments
6.C. Acknowledge Notification of Personnel Actions: Hired- Shatiki Robinson – HS Softball Assistant Para-Coach Jay Vaughn – Computer/LAN Technician / Integration Specialist On Leave- # 4190 – Medical (Bus only) # 4346 – Maternity
Attachments
6.D. Approval to surplus/scrap/trash approximately 6-8 old metal filing cabinets, 3-4 old office style desks and other old equipment that no longer works.
6.E. Approval of Superintendent expenses
Attachments
7. Motion to Adjourn
Actions Taken

Order #6783 - Motion Passed:  Approval to adjourn the meeting passed with a motion by Kent Dillingham and a second by Mr. Michael Ausenbaugh.