MINOT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
MINUTES OF MAY 23, 2007 MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. at St Leo’s.
I. Opening Prayer – Fr. Walter
II. Roll Call – Brenda Nush
Members Present: Bob Anderson, Rick Awalt, Karla Backes, Don Burke, Bob Crockett, Wanda Dobrovolny, Kristi Feist , Fr. Harvey, Jim Kasper, Fr. Lindemann, Gregg Magnuson, Dean Rubbelke, Terresa Schulenberg, Steve Wald, and Fr. Walter
Members Absent: Katy Allers, Kim Burckhard, Mike Gaddie, Janelle Schell, Jenny Steckler, and Fr. Zimmer
Ex-Officio Members Present: Kevin Harmon, Barb Johnson, Brenda Nush, Terry Voiles and Gary Volk
Ex-Officio Absent: None
III. Recommended Action
A. Motion by Steve Wald and seconded by Bob Crockett to approve the minutes of the April 2007 meeting, with the correction of Kristi Feist present but arriving late. Motion passed, all ayes.
B. Motion by Fr. Harvey and seconded by Terresa Schulenberg to accept the financial statements for April 2007, approving general fund checks #21822-21900 and payroll checks #55347-55517. Motion passed, all ayes.
C. Additional Agenda Items: Mr. Rubbelke moved Agenda Item New Business – Market Research Survey to this time slot. Mr. Chuck Kramer recommended that the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Bismarck seek a research consultant to conduct a perception survey of Catholic families with school-age children. The purpose of this survey would be to measure the perception of Catholic schools and to determine why or why not people are sending their children to Catholic Schools. The survey will also test the possible marketing messages and focus of Catholic education in order to develop a strategy to increase participation in Catholic education. Mr. Kramer recommended Pat Finken, of the Odney Advertising Agency to conduct this research. Mr. Harmon reported on the cost of the research, reporting that the initial cost would be about $18,000 and that this amount would be split among the 4 schools in our Diocese, with our share to cost approximately $6,000. Further discussion followed, and a written proposal was requested from Mr. Harmon before next month’s meeting.
IV. School Reports
A. Elementary Report – Mr. Volk presented his written report – highlighting Mrs. Schall’s retirement, the Scholarships, the end of the year activities and 2007-2008 plans.
B. High School Report – Graduation on May 20th had 45 graduating Seniors. Baccalaureate at St. Leo’s was the prior week and an outstanding job was done by the St. Leo’s choir.
C. Superintendent’s Report: Mr. Harmon spoke on the School Improvement Visitation on May 3rd, English and Math action plans were reviewed. The next areas on improvement scheduled are writing and reading comprehension. June 14th – at 10 a.m. the MSU Business Department will have a presentation on curriculum and programming, the Board encouraged to attend. Staff changes to date for next year include: Ms. Clair Rodriquez to replace Mr. Stafford in Science; Mrs. Moncrief to cover the band and chorus at BRHS; Mrs. Howard moving to Kindergarten, phy ed and social studies positions open. MCS Receptionist non-renewed, with position to stay vacant. The Job Corps presented to our students, with 2 students showing strong interest in classes available.
V. Committee Reports
A. Development and Marketing: Barb Johnson presented her written report; and requested approval to spend $6,000 (not-budgeted) for an annual report. The Board gave approval, with note to add this item to the 2007-2008 budget.
B. Curriculum & Technology: No report.
C. Finance Committee: No report.
D. Facilities Maintenance and Transportation Committee: Gym floor renovations planned for the summer.
E. Personnel Development and Retention: No report.
F. Student Life & Safety: No report.
G. Structure Committee: Bob Anderson spoke on the Board elections held May 8th; 73 ballots were cast; results show Ralph Charley for High School representative and Shane Zaback for elementary representative were elected to the Board, each for a 3-year term. Positions to remain open for the 2007-2008 year are one member-at-large, one high-school rep; one elementary rep; and the at-large position open by retiring Board member Wanda Dobrovolny, These positions will not be filled, to allow for down-sizing of the Board.
H. Catholic Identity: This month’s meeting continued with discussion on the Expectations of the Bishop Ryan Graduate; the Mass in the daily schedule at Ryan will be at 2:30 p.m. each day for the 2007-2008 school year. The Servant Leadership group presented to the Sertoma Club last Monday.
I. Foundation: Foundation has not met; the Annual Golf Tournament is June 4, 2007.
VI. Old Business
A. MCS School Board Election Results: See Structure Committee report
VII. New Business
A. Election of Officers: Motion by Bob Crockett to nominate Dean Rubbelke for President, motion seconded by Karla Backes. Nominations ceased, all members voted aye. Motion by Fr. Walter to nominate Bob Anderson for Vice-President, Bob Crockett seconded the motion. Nominations ceased, all members voted aye.
VIII. Board Concerns, Comments, and Suggestions followed.
Next meeting date was discussed and tabled, pending June activities. Mrs. Nush will advise Board of date when available.
Closing Prayer - Fr. Lindemann.
/S/ Dean Rubbelke
Dean Rubbelke
School Board President
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