HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

Regular School Board Meeting

August 12, 2002 – 7:00 p.m.

The following is provided as an unofficial summary of the above dated meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education.  Official copies of the minutes may be obtained, once they are approved by the Hardy County Board of Education, by contacting Jeanette Keller, Executive Secretary to the Superintendent, 510 Ashby Street, Moorefield WV 26836, phone 538-2348.

SUMMARY

The Board heard a report from Mr. David Heishman regarding the work of the Hardy County Library Commission.  Included was a review of the past collaborative agreements and the current services provided to students.  In addition Mr. Heishman discussed his review of a joint school/community library.  The county Library Commission is in the process of reviewing such programs.  The Board thanked Mr. Heishman and invited him back to review the results of his study.

A review of the current status of Special Education enrollment was conducted.  Discussion was held on the level and types of services, numbers of students served, effects on funding formula, and impact on personnel.  Concern was expressed that this be carefully monitored to ensure the best possible services to all students while maintaining a balanced budget.

The Superintendent reported on a recent report of graduation rates.  Hardy County had the second highest in the state, and Moorefield High School was the second highest individual school in the State for public schools – second only to Pickens High School.  Staff, students, and administrators were commended for this outstanding accomplishment.

The annual financial statement was presented to the Board.  The information contained is what is required by the State and will be published in the local paper.  The final results show a surplus of $160,000.  However, this includes PEIA funds that are carried over and paid in September when the new fiscal year starts.  Actual surplus is $78,000.  In addition, the Board reviewed news releases showing the State facing a $200 million shortfall for 2003-2004.  All government agencies, including education, are facing a 10% budget cut.

Transportation costs for 2002-2003 were set for curricular field trips.  They remained the same as last year - $1.00 per mile and $16.00 per hour for drivers.

The Board reviewed the school opening schedule for 2002.  The key dates are August 21^st for staff and August 26^th for students.

Personnel Actions:

Employed the following:

• Amanda Riggleman:  Teacher, Grade 3 – MES.
• Debra Beck, Tara Dearing:  Substitute Teachers
• Kim Bobby:  Cook II – MES
• Henry Hodges:  Middle School Football Coach – EHEMS
• Bill Ours:  Middle School Boys’ Basketball Coach – MMS

Removed the following Moorefield area Bus Operators from the Transfer List with minor adjustments to their bus runs:

• Debra Crites
• Kevin Miller
• Roscoe Crites
• Ronald Crites
• Tommy Crites
• Thomas Denney
• Dennis Funk
• Larry Hefner
• Andy Miller
• David Redmon
• John Riggleman
• Steve Schetrom
• Andrew Walker

Accepted the following resignations:

• Marlene Simmons:  Released from her contract as Grade 2 Teacher at MES filling a one-year leave of absence.
• Jenniver Williams, Deanna Whetzel:  Substitute Teachers now employed full time.

Removed the following Substitute Teacher:

• Constance Middleton

Approved the following postings:

• Countywide Teacher for Gifted/Multi-Subjects/Multi-Grades – K-12
• Multi-Subjects/Elementary Teacher, Grade 2 with ARL & Accelerated Reader (to fill one-year leave of absence)
• Multi-Categorical Teacher, LD/BD/MI – EHHS and MMS.
• Cook I - MES
• Varsity Golf Coach – EHHS

Positives:

• Mr. Williams:  Spent the last week at the fair and reported that Hardy County students excelled in every aspect.  Especially glad to see the participation of a number of EHHS students.  Extended thanks to all the Hardy County supporters of the livestock sales.

• Mr. Funkhouser:  Commended Mrs. Hammer and Mr. Whetzel for their effort in getting the schools ready to open.  We are in good shape with personnel.

• Mr. Park:  Noted that the National FFA magazine recently had an article that recognized the work of individuals from our areas.  Commended Mr. Williams for his work with the fair on behalf of the students of Hardy County.

• Mr. Fertig:  Commended the work of students for their fair projects.  Extended thanks to Mr. Heishman for his information.

• Mr. Pack:  Reported that he sold tickets for the fair and noted the great activities.  Thanked the Superintendent for the work being done on the various construction projects – especially the MHS Bleachers.

• Mrs. Hammer:  Reported that Gail Nesselrod and Scotty Hammer have been chosen to represent the State at the 4-H Convention in St. Lewis.

• Mr. Whetzel:  Shared with the Board information on the recent report of graduates attending higher education institutions.  Hardy County exceeded the State average, was 9^th overall, and EHHS was 20^th of all public high schools in the State.  Congratulated everyone for their efforts in helping student succeed.

The next regular meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education will be August 19, 2002, 7:00 p.m. at the School Board Office.

Copyright 2002
Hardy County Board of Education
510 Ashby Street
Moorefield, West Virginia 26836
(304) 538 2348