Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
April 7, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Members present were Dick Arndt, Mike Schulmeister, Deacon Jim Patera, Sister Marilou Irons, John Kalb, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Cheryl Sill and Mike Fauser. Guests present were Patti Kuennen, Connie Rechkemmer, Emmy Weig, Jeremy Logan, Jean Logan, Sue Mausser, Jori Ohrt.
Opening prayer was led by John Kalb.
Motion by Lindsey to enter Executive Session at 6:05. Second by John. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Cheryl, second by Mike S. to exit Executive Session at 6:40. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Lindsey, second by Dick to continue with staff reduction, by Miss Emmy Weig, for the 15-16 school year. Motion carried by roll call vote.
April Leadergram – Discussed.
Motion to approve the March minutes by Cheryl, second by Mike S. Motion carried.
Sue Mausser addressed the board in regards to the future of Sacred Heart.
Old Business
Technology Plan – Discussion.
Relocation of School Offices – Proposal has been presented to the Pastoral Council and Finance Committee. Proposal will now be available to everyone for comments. Deacon Jim will create a handout to accompany the bulletin at Mass. Board members will be available for discussion after Mass at a later date to hear comments and answer questions.
New Business
Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Cheryl, second by John to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
Approval of 15-16 Salaries: Sister Marilou presented. Discussion was held. Motion by John, second by Mike S. to extend a 1.5% increase. Motion carried.
Principal’s Recommendation for 15-16 Staff and Faculty Needs: Discussion. Motion by Lindsey, second by Cheryl that the Sacred Heart School Board approves all contracts as presented not to exceed a total full time equivalency of 1.0 with Mr. Schmitz at .4 Full Time Equivalency and Mrs. Murphy at .5 FTE. Motion carried.
Tuition Assistance for families going to St. John’s for 7-8 grade: Discussions with St John’s to allow Sacred Heart students to receive in-parish tuition. Discussion was held. Deacon Jim will look into this and try to meet with St. John’s principal prior to the next meeting.
Draft of 15-16 Sacred Heart Schol Calendar of Events – State and end date will follow the public school. Calendar events draft will be presented to Kelley Harbach as an outline for input and ideas.
Childcare Certification process: Currently working towards DHS approval. Applications and requirements are in the works for the license to be effective on August 1.
Future board meeting dates: May meeting will be first Tuesday (May 5, 2015).
Possible candidates for CSB for 15-18: Three candidates open to running; still need to fill out application.
Committee Information/Reports
Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report.
Parent Club – Painting SH Tiger paws on driveways as a fundraiser. Board agrees to painting a paw at the entrance to the school and preschool for parents to see. Watch for fundraiser information to be sent out soon so these can be completed before the end of the school year.
Pastoral Council – Deacon Jim e-mailed the report.
Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed the report.
SIAC – Next meeting is April 16 at Sacred Heart Library at 6:00 P.M.
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
John led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on May 5, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl moved to adjourn, second by John. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
March 3, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present were Deacon Jim Patera, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, Dick Arndt and Mike Fauser. John Kalb and Mike Schulmeister were absent. Guests present were Alexa Berryhill, Jori Ohrt, Connie Rechkemmer, Emmy Weig and Sue Mausser.
Opening prayer was led by Mike Fauser.
March Leadergram – Sister Marilou noted the excellence of the ”Impact” program for spiritual development.
Motion to approve the February minutes by Dick, second by Cheryl. Motion carried.
Old Business
Technology Plan – Lindsey e-mailed a proposal for macbooks, ipads, keyboards and promethean needs starting with the 15/16 school year. Discussion.
Relocation of School Offices – Mike Fauser will present on Thursday, March 5th, to the Pastoral Council. Discussion followed.
New Business
Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Lindsey, second by Cheryl to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
Sue Mausser addressed the board in regards to the state and direction of Sacred Heart School and suggested more communication from the board to the public.
Motion to enter Executive Session at 6:36 by Cheryl, second by Lindsey. Motion carried by a roll call vote.
Motion to exit Executive Session at 6:50 by Lindsey, second by Cheryl. Motion carried by a roll call vote.
A letter to parents was composed from the CSB to go home on March 4th in the weekly envelope.
Suggestions for possible Catholic School Board members – Discussion of potential candidates to approach. Election will be May 17th.
Committee Information/Reports
Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report
Parent Club – No meeting since last CSB meeting.
Pastoral Council – No meeting since last CSB meeting. Next meeting is Thursday, March 5th.
Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed the report.
SIAC – No meeting since last CSB meeting.
PLC – Written report presented by Deacon Jim
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
Mike F. led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on April 7, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl moved to adjourn, second by Dick. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Heart Catholic School
School Board Meeting
Sacred Heart Parish Center
February 24, 2015
6:00 P.M.
Meeting called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present Deacon Jim, Dick Arndt, Sister Marilou, Cheryl Sill, John Kalb, Mike Schulmeister, Lindsey Rechkemmer was absent. Guests were Connie Rechkemmer, Joriane Ohrt, Emmy Weig.
Dick Arndt lead prayer
LeaderGram was discussed
A motion by Cheryl second by John to approve the January minutes motion carried.
Old Business
1. Technology plan was discussed teachers will meet with Lindsey before next meeting to have a list ready of what the needs will be for next year.
2. Deacon Jim and Mike Fauser will present the office relocation plans to Parish Council next week.
3. Results of Mardi Gras were discussed. A big thank you to all who helped to make it successful again this year.
New Business
1. Deacon Jim presented the monthly financials.
2. Per archdiocesan policy 4111.22 the board has acted to precede with staff reductions for the 2015-16 school year. A motion by John second by Cheryl to reduce staff was made, motion carried.
3. The board has adjusted the meeting dates for the upcoming months, March 3rd, April 7th, and May 5th.
4. 2015-16 budget was discussed there will be a work session following the March meeting.
5. Tuition rates for 2015-16 were discussed a motion by John second by Cheryl to increase tuition $100 for all students for 2015-16 yr. Motion carried
6. The school latchkey program is required to be certified by DHS. Discussion followed.
Reports by Committees
1. Faith formation/scrip: Cheryl emailed reports to members
2. Parent club: Parent club discussed new fundraising ideas
3. Pastoral council/parish updates: Deacon handed out reports
4. Principals report: Sister Marilou gave a report
5. SIAC: Mike S gave report
Dick lead closing prayer
Motion by Cheryl second by John to adjourn at 7:12, motion carried.
Next meeting will be March 3rd, Mike F will lead prayer
Respectfully Submitted:
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Mike Fauser II / Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
January 27, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, John Kalb, Mike Fauser and Mike Schulmeister. Dick Arndt was absent. Emmy Weig was a guest, arriving late.
Opening prayer was led by Cheryl Sill.
January Leadergram was reviewed and discussed.
Motion to approve the November minutes with the amendment of the SIAC meeting date to February 10th instead of February 17th by Cheryl, second by John. Motion carried.
Old Business
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
Motion by Cheryl, second by John to enter executive session at 7:13 P.M. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Cheryl, second by Mike S. to exit executive session at 7:20 P.M. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by John, second by Lindsey to accept the letter from Sister as presented.
Cheryl led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on February 24, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
John moved to adjourn, second by Cheryl. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
December 2014
There was no scheduled meeting for December 2014
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Sacred Heart Catholic School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center,
Nov.25, 2014, 6:00 pm
Sacred Heart School Mission Statement
Sacred Heart School will provide a Christian atmosphere of love and concern in which the child can develop a positive self-image while learning 21st century skills: part of the Iowa Core. As a life long learner, the whole child is motivated to achieve his/her highest possible achievement level and is directed toward being a socially responsible citizen through environmental and cultural understanding with Christian guidance.
Roll Call: Mike Fauser, Chair
Prayer: L. Reckhemmer
In-service: November LeaderGram (Attached)
Approval of Minutes:
Additional agenda items:
Joint session with some FFC members for Mardi Gras planning
Old Business
1. Technology Plan review: Teachers’ input
2. Relocation of school offices: Mark Moines ideas for in and out of school additions
New Business
1. Monthly financial statement: Deacon Patera (10 min.)
2. Archdiocesan policy review #4000-6000: Sr. Marilou (10 Min.) All attached
With a hard copy of Policies 4000-6000 sent home Nov. 21.
3. Q & A about evaluations for the board, parish life coordinator, principal: Mike Fauser ( 10-15 min)
4. STO ($4.1 to 5.7 million) and Educational Saving Accounts (Sr. Marilou 10 min)
5. Determine December meeting date: Mike F. ( 5 minutes)
6. Recruitment: Basketball update Sr. Marilou ( 10 minutes)
Committee Information/Reports:
Faith Formation/Scrip: Cheryl Sill
Parent Club: Megan Fauser, Chair or Designee
Pastoral Counsel/ Parish updates: Deacon Jim
Principal’s Report: Sr. Marilou
S.I.A.C.: Mike Schulmeister (2nd meeting was Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, 6:00 pm, School Library.) Minutes attached
Closing prayer: Lindsey
Adjournment:
Next Meeting: Dec. ??, 2014, 6:00 pm with Mike Schulmeister as prayer leader.
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
October 28, 2014
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Dick Arndt, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, Mike Fauser. Mike Schulmeister was absent. John Kalb arrived late. Guests present were Jeff Henderson, Connie Rechkemmer, Sara Shanahan and Emmy Weig.
Opening prayer was led by Deacon Jim Patera.
Jeff Henderson presented on Catholic School Board roles.
October Leadergram was reviewed and discussed.
Minutes of the September meeting were approved with a motion by Cheryl and a second by Dick. Motion carried.
Old Business
Next meeting to be held on November 25, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl Sill moved to adjourn, second by Dick Arndt. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
September 23, 2014
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Mike Schulmeister, John Kalb, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Iron, Cheryl Sill, Mike Fauser. Dick Arndt was absent. Guests present were Emmy Weig and Jori Ohrt.
Sister Marilou led the opening prayer.
September Leadergram was reviewed and discussed. Thanks to those who were able to be present for recognition at Mass.
Motion to amend and further approve the August 2014 School Board minutes to show 3rd – 6th grades have 1:1 ipads by Cheryl Sill, second by John Kalb. Motion carried.
Old Business
Committee Information/Reports
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
Sister Marilou led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on October 28, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl Sill moved to adjourn, second by Lindsey Rechkemmer. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
April 7, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Members present were Dick Arndt, Mike Schulmeister, Deacon Jim Patera, Sister Marilou Irons, John Kalb, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Cheryl Sill and Mike Fauser. Guests present were Patti Kuennen, Connie Rechkemmer, Emmy Weig, Jeremy Logan, Jean Logan, Sue Mausser, Jori Ohrt.
Opening prayer was led by John Kalb.
Motion by Lindsey to enter Executive Session at 6:05. Second by John. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Cheryl, second by Mike S. to exit Executive Session at 6:40. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Lindsey, second by Dick to continue with staff reduction, by Miss Emmy Weig, for the 15-16 school year. Motion carried by roll call vote.
April Leadergram – Discussed.
Motion to approve the March minutes by Cheryl, second by Mike S. Motion carried.
Sue Mausser addressed the board in regards to the future of Sacred Heart.
Old Business
Technology Plan – Discussion.
Relocation of School Offices – Proposal has been presented to the Pastoral Council and Finance Committee. Proposal will now be available to everyone for comments. Deacon Jim will create a handout to accompany the bulletin at Mass. Board members will be available for discussion after Mass at a later date to hear comments and answer questions.
New Business
Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Cheryl, second by John to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
Approval of 15-16 Salaries: Sister Marilou presented. Discussion was held. Motion by John, second by Mike S. to extend a 1.5% increase. Motion carried.
Principal’s Recommendation for 15-16 Staff and Faculty Needs: Discussion. Motion by Lindsey, second by Cheryl that the Sacred Heart School Board approves all contracts as presented not to exceed a total full time equivalency of 1.0 with Mr. Schmitz at .4 Full Time Equivalency and Mrs. Murphy at .5 FTE. Motion carried.
Tuition Assistance for families going to St. John’s for 7-8 grade: Discussions with St John’s to allow Sacred Heart students to receive in-parish tuition. Discussion was held. Deacon Jim will look into this and try to meet with St. John’s principal prior to the next meeting.
Draft of 15-16 Sacred Heart Schol Calendar of Events – State and end date will follow the public school. Calendar events draft will be presented to Kelley Harbach as an outline for input and ideas.
Childcare Certification process: Currently working towards DHS approval. Applications and requirements are in the works for the license to be effective on August 1.
Future board meeting dates: May meeting will be first Tuesday (May 5, 2015).
Possible candidates for CSB for 15-18: Three candidates open to running; still need to fill out application.
Committee Information/Reports
Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report.
Parent Club – Painting SH Tiger paws on driveways as a fundraiser. Board agrees to painting a paw at the entrance to the school and preschool for parents to see. Watch for fundraiser information to be sent out soon so these can be completed before the end of the school year.
Pastoral Council – Deacon Jim e-mailed the report.
Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed the report.
SIAC – Next meeting is April 16 at Sacred Heart Library at 6:00 P.M.
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
- Grid Planning
- Technology
- St. John’s Discussion
- Office Relocation
- Budget
John led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on May 5, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl moved to adjourn, second by John. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
March 3, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present were Deacon Jim Patera, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, Dick Arndt and Mike Fauser. John Kalb and Mike Schulmeister were absent. Guests present were Alexa Berryhill, Jori Ohrt, Connie Rechkemmer, Emmy Weig and Sue Mausser.
Opening prayer was led by Mike Fauser.
March Leadergram – Sister Marilou noted the excellence of the ”Impact” program for spiritual development.
Motion to approve the February minutes by Dick, second by Cheryl. Motion carried.
Old Business
Technology Plan – Lindsey e-mailed a proposal for macbooks, ipads, keyboards and promethean needs starting with the 15/16 school year. Discussion.
Relocation of School Offices – Mike Fauser will present on Thursday, March 5th, to the Pastoral Council. Discussion followed.
New Business
Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Lindsey, second by Cheryl to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
Sue Mausser addressed the board in regards to the state and direction of Sacred Heart School and suggested more communication from the board to the public.
Motion to enter Executive Session at 6:36 by Cheryl, second by Lindsey. Motion carried by a roll call vote.
Motion to exit Executive Session at 6:50 by Lindsey, second by Cheryl. Motion carried by a roll call vote.
A letter to parents was composed from the CSB to go home on March 4th in the weekly envelope.
Suggestions for possible Catholic School Board members – Discussion of potential candidates to approach. Election will be May 17th.
Committee Information/Reports
Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report
Parent Club – No meeting since last CSB meeting.
Pastoral Council – No meeting since last CSB meeting. Next meeting is Thursday, March 5th.
Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed the report.
SIAC – No meeting since last CSB meeting.
PLC – Written report presented by Deacon Jim
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
- Staff Reduction
- Technology Plan
- Office Relocation
- Candidates Feedback.
Mike F. led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on April 7, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl moved to adjourn, second by Dick. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Heart Catholic School
School Board Meeting
Sacred Heart Parish Center
February 24, 2015
6:00 P.M.
Meeting called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present Deacon Jim, Dick Arndt, Sister Marilou, Cheryl Sill, John Kalb, Mike Schulmeister, Lindsey Rechkemmer was absent. Guests were Connie Rechkemmer, Joriane Ohrt, Emmy Weig.
Dick Arndt lead prayer
LeaderGram was discussed
A motion by Cheryl second by John to approve the January minutes motion carried.
Old Business
1. Technology plan was discussed teachers will meet with Lindsey before next meeting to have a list ready of what the needs will be for next year.
2. Deacon Jim and Mike Fauser will present the office relocation plans to Parish Council next week.
3. Results of Mardi Gras were discussed. A big thank you to all who helped to make it successful again this year.
New Business
1. Deacon Jim presented the monthly financials.
2. Per archdiocesan policy 4111.22 the board has acted to precede with staff reductions for the 2015-16 school year. A motion by John second by Cheryl to reduce staff was made, motion carried.
3. The board has adjusted the meeting dates for the upcoming months, March 3rd, April 7th, and May 5th.
4. 2015-16 budget was discussed there will be a work session following the March meeting.
5. Tuition rates for 2015-16 were discussed a motion by John second by Cheryl to increase tuition $100 for all students for 2015-16 yr. Motion carried
6. The school latchkey program is required to be certified by DHS. Discussion followed.
Reports by Committees
1. Faith formation/scrip: Cheryl emailed reports to members
2. Parent club: Parent club discussed new fundraising ideas
3. Pastoral council/parish updates: Deacon handed out reports
4. Principals report: Sister Marilou gave a report
5. SIAC: Mike S gave report
Dick lead closing prayer
Motion by Cheryl second by John to adjourn at 7:12, motion carried.
Next meeting will be March 3rd, Mike F will lead prayer
Respectfully Submitted:
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Mike Fauser II / Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
January 27, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, John Kalb, Mike Fauser and Mike Schulmeister. Dick Arndt was absent. Emmy Weig was a guest, arriving late.
Opening prayer was led by Cheryl Sill.
January Leadergram was reviewed and discussed.
Motion to approve the November minutes with the amendment of the SIAC meeting date to February 10th instead of February 17th by Cheryl, second by John. Motion carried.
Old Business
- Technology Plan Review – Discussed. The need for a work session was determined.
- Relocation of School Offices – Discussion. Motion by Lindsey, second by John to accept the plan to move the offices to the current 3rd grade classroom with the entrance to the school on the West side of the building, through the current Title I classroom. Motion carried.
- Mardi Gras – Discussion. Work session will be held February 4th at 6:00 with the FFC.
- Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by John, second by Cheryl to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
- Staff Reduction Proposal – Reviewed and discussed. Motion by Lindsey, second by John “Per Archdiocesan Policy #4111.22, the Sacred Heart School Board requests the administration to conduct a review of staffing needs for the 2015-2016 school year. If necessary, as per policy, staff reduction recommendations must be made no later than the regular March board meeting.” Motion carried.
- Enrollment Projections – Discussed. Kindergarten Round-Up meeting is tentatively February 26th at 5:30 PM.
- STO and Educational Savings Accounts – Discussed. March 23rd is the STO application deadline. Sister stressed that Educational Savings Accounts do not eliminate or replace the STO.
- Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report. Reviewed and discussed. Thank you to the Stewardship committee for their presentation last weekend at Mass.
- Parent Club – Parent Club funded the movie and snacks for Tuesday of Catholic Schools Week. Parent Club is also coordinating the prizes for Mardi Gras.
- Pastoral Council – Deacon Jim presented. Reviewed and discussed. Parish Mission will be March 7-12, 2015.
- Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed report. Discussed.
- SIAC – Next meeting is February 10th.
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
- Technology Update/Plan
- Office Renovations
- Enrollment
- Staff Reduction
- Budget
- Mardi Gras
Motion by Cheryl, second by John to enter executive session at 7:13 P.M. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by Cheryl, second by Mike S. to exit executive session at 7:20 P.M. Motion carried by roll call vote.
Motion by John, second by Lindsey to accept the letter from Sister as presented.
Cheryl led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on February 24, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
John moved to adjourn, second by Cheryl. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
December 2014
There was no scheduled meeting for December 2014
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Sacred Heart Catholic School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center,
Nov.25, 2014, 6:00 pm
Sacred Heart School Mission Statement
Sacred Heart School will provide a Christian atmosphere of love and concern in which the child can develop a positive self-image while learning 21st century skills: part of the Iowa Core. As a life long learner, the whole child is motivated to achieve his/her highest possible achievement level and is directed toward being a socially responsible citizen through environmental and cultural understanding with Christian guidance.
Roll Call: Mike Fauser, Chair
Prayer: L. Reckhemmer
In-service: November LeaderGram (Attached)
Approval of Minutes:
Additional agenda items:
Joint session with some FFC members for Mardi Gras planning
Old Business
1. Technology Plan review: Teachers’ input
2. Relocation of school offices: Mark Moines ideas for in and out of school additions
New Business
1. Monthly financial statement: Deacon Patera (10 min.)
2. Archdiocesan policy review #4000-6000: Sr. Marilou (10 Min.) All attached
With a hard copy of Policies 4000-6000 sent home Nov. 21.
3. Q & A about evaluations for the board, parish life coordinator, principal: Mike Fauser ( 10-15 min)
4. STO ($4.1 to 5.7 million) and Educational Saving Accounts (Sr. Marilou 10 min)
5. Determine December meeting date: Mike F. ( 5 minutes)
6. Recruitment: Basketball update Sr. Marilou ( 10 minutes)
Committee Information/Reports:
Faith Formation/Scrip: Cheryl Sill
Parent Club: Megan Fauser, Chair or Designee
Pastoral Counsel/ Parish updates: Deacon Jim
Principal’s Report: Sr. Marilou
S.I.A.C.: Mike Schulmeister (2nd meeting was Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, 6:00 pm, School Library.) Minutes attached
Closing prayer: Lindsey
Adjournment:
Next Meeting: Dec. ??, 2014, 6:00 pm with Mike Schulmeister as prayer leader.
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
October 28, 2014
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Dick Arndt, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Irons, Cheryl Sill, Mike Fauser. Mike Schulmeister was absent. John Kalb arrived late. Guests present were Jeff Henderson, Connie Rechkemmer, Sara Shanahan and Emmy Weig.
Opening prayer was led by Deacon Jim Patera.
Jeff Henderson presented on Catholic School Board roles.
October Leadergram was reviewed and discussed.
Minutes of the September meeting were approved with a motion by Cheryl and a second by Dick. Motion carried.
Old Business
- Technology - Discussion. Plan to revisit the technology (3-5 year) plan next meeting.
- Office Relocation – New floors plans were discussed.
- Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Lindsey Rechkemmer, second by Cheryl Sill to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
- C-Plan, APR and Iowa Core: Sister Marilou reviewed the goals and objectives of each. Plans were discussed.
- Fusion Forward – Deacon Jim presented the bid for upgrading the website. Reviewed and discussed.
- Radon Testing – Sister Marilou reported that this would not be done during the 2014-2015 school year.
- E-Rate – Discussed.
- Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report. Reviewed and discussed.
- Parent Club – Santa’s Workshop will be held on November 15th. Nativity for the Olde Tyme Christmas.
- Pastoral Council – Deacon Jim Patera e-mailed report. Discussion followed. Next meeting is tomorrow 10/29. There will be a Building Plan for the Future meeting at 7:00 in the social hall on 10/29.
- Principal’s Report – Sister Marilou e-mailed report. A refrigerator was donated to latchkey by a former parishioner.
- SIAC – No report.
- Technology Update/Plan
- Policies 4000-6000
- DARE – Jeremy Logan is covering the cost for last year and this year.
- Relocation of School Offices
- Mardi Gras
Next meeting to be held on November 25, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl Sill moved to adjourn, second by Dick Arndt. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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Sacred Hearty Catholic School
Meeting of the Sacred Heart School Board
Sacred Heart Parish Center
September 23, 2014
6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mike Fauser. Roll call was taken. Present – Deacon Jim Patera, Mike Schulmeister, John Kalb, Lindsey Rechkemmer, Sister Marilou Iron, Cheryl Sill, Mike Fauser. Dick Arndt was absent. Guests present were Emmy Weig and Jori Ohrt.
Sister Marilou led the opening prayer.
September Leadergram was reviewed and discussed. Thanks to those who were able to be present for recognition at Mass.
Motion to amend and further approve the August 2014 School Board minutes to show 3rd – 6th grades have 1:1 ipads by Cheryl Sill, second by John Kalb. Motion carried.
Old Business
- Technology - Bev Berns with the AEA is working with the teachers. Connie Rechkemmer is also helping to get ipads hooked up to the printer.
- Office Relocation – Floor plans were reviewed and discussed. Sister Marilou will collect bids from electricians to move computer lab to current office.
- Enrollment – School is working to increase awareness. Connie Rechkemmer is putting together a monthly Sensations page for the Oelwein Daily Register. Teachers are utilizing Facebook to share pictures of classroom activities. Parents and guests are invited to Muffins After Mass weekly. Alexa Berryhill is working extensively with Student Council.
- Monthly Financial Statement – Reviewed and discussed. Motion was made by Lindsey Rechkemmer, second by Cheryl Sill to approve the monthly financial statement as presented. Motion carried.
- Annual Review of Student-Parent Handbook and Teacher Handbook – Reviewed and discussed. Sister Marilou will add mandatory paragraph to page 15 before being distributed to parents.
- PowerSchool Contract – Reviewed and discussed.
- New refrigerator – Discussion. Will look into actual needs and be aware for energy efficiency.
- APR Goals – 1st year social studies. Concentration on Finance, Employability, Technology, Civics and Health. Sister Marilou presented about Iowa Core. APR Goals were reviewed and discussed. C-Plan was reported to State.
- 2013 Needs Assessment (SIAC) – Plan for extra-curricular activities, 21st Century skills, benchmarks, Health Outline and Goals.
- Radon – School needs to be tested for Radon.
Committee Information/Reports
- Faith Formation/SCRIP – Cheryl Sill e-mailed the report. Waiting on official audit report.
- Motion by John Kalb to remove Nancy McMillan from the account at Community Bank – Oelwein and add Deacon Jim Patera/PLC and Rachelle Troupe/PC Administrative Asst. to account and allow the set-up of online accounting/transfers under their direction. Second by Lindsey Rechkemmer. Motion Carried.
- Motion by John Kalb to remove Sister Benjamin Dueschner from the account at Regions Bank – Oelwein and add Deacon Jim Patera/PLC and Rachelle Troupe/PC Administrative Asst. to account and allow the set-up of online accounting/transfers under their direction. Second by Lindsey Rechkemmer. Motion Carried.
- Motion by Mike Schulmeister to remove Cindy Wilharm from the account at Fidelity Bank – Oelwein and add Rachelle Troupe/PC Administrative Assistant to the account. Second by John Kalb. Motion carried.
- Motion by Lindsey Rechkemmer, second by John Kalb to approve Cheryl Sill and Becky Koch as coordinators for the SCRIP program. Motion carried.
- Motion by Lindsey Rechkemmer, second by Mike Schulmeister that members of the SCRIP Committee will be comprised of the Parish Life Coordinator, SCRIP Coordinators, Parish Center Administrative Assistant and one member of the SCRIP Seller Scheduling Team, one member of the SCRIP Box Balancing Team and one member of the SCRIP Bank/Vendor Collection team. All members of the SCRIP Bank/Vendor Collection team, as well as the coordinators, will need to have mandatory background checks completed. Motion carried.
- Motion that SCRIP Coordinators will be recruited and approved by the Catholic School Board when the positions become available by John Kalb. Second by Mike Schulmeister. Motion carried.
- Motion by Lindsey Rechkemmer that SCRIP Coordinators will work to recruit/staff all committee positions and Catholic School Board approval will be required for members serving on the SCRIP Bank/Vendor Collection team. Second by John Kalb. Motion carried.
- SIAC – Next meeting is November 4th.
- Pastoral Council – Deacon Jim Patera e-mailed report. Discussion followed. Deacon Jim will get a quote from Fusion Forward from Indepenence in regards to creating a user-friendly webpage.
- Parent Club – Santa’s Workshop will be held on November 15th. Fall Hoedown will be October 31 from 1-2:30. Grade-appropriate books are needed for classrooms. Please donate to the school if you have any at home.
Items for Next Meetings Agenda:
- Board Training
- Web Page information
Sister Marilou led the closing prayer.
Next meeting to be held on October 28, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Parish Center.
Cheryl Sill moved to adjourn, second by Lindsey Rechkemmer. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Lindsey Rechkemmer, Secretary
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