HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

Regular School Board Meeting

May 1, 2006

7:00 p.m.

Hardy County Board of Education Offices

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 Deedee Fridley, Executive Secretary to the Superintendent, 510 Ashby Street, Moorefield, WV 26836, phone 304-530-2348, extension 236.

SUMMARY

Presentations:

Ms. Barbara Whitecotton presented information on the upcoming Westest. She reviewed the background of the test, testing conditions, security requirements, and accommodations permitted for certain students. Discussion was held on the efforts of school personnel to insure parents are informed and students are prepared. In conclusion she distributed samples of 10^th grade test items for math, reading/language arts and science for Board members to see the different types and difficulty of the test items.

In major actions:

The school calendar, as recommended by the county committee, was presented and approved. The calendar meets the expectations that have been set for the calendar and is in close alignment with the South Branch Vocational and Technical School calendar.

The received the financial audit for 2004-2005. For the second year it showed no findings or recommendations.

In other actions:

Further information on an Excess Levy was distributed. It included data on tax bases, current expenditures per student and options for use of levy funds.

An update on the recent gas leak in the boiler room at MHS and the bus accident in East Hardy was presented. The Board informed that an inspection of all gas lines in Hardy County Schools would be conducted. In addition, an effort to develop uniform procedures for addressing such emergencies throughout the school system, and in conjunction with Emergency Services will be undertaken.

The Board was informed that the SBA did not fund MIP request for a multi purpose room at Moorefield Elementary School.

Policy ICK – Multicultural Education was approved to be distributed for comment.

Public Comment:

Larry Salyers commented on the proposed changed to the Travel Policy.

Personnel Actions:

Employed:

? Sara Aylestock – School Guidance Counselor – East Hardy Early Middle School –

2006-2007 school year

? Jessica Channel – Middle School Teacher/Multi Subjects Elementary Teacher – Grade 5-6, Middle School, Science – East Hardy Early Middle School – 2006-2007 school year

? Janae Shields– (transfer) Elementary/Multi Subject Teacher – Grade 1 – Reading First Class

? Janet Weatherholt – (transfer) Elementary/Multi Subject Teacher- Grade 5/6 – East Hardy Early Middle School – 2006-2007 school year

? Heath Hershberger – (transfer) Gifted – Countywide – 2006-2007 school year

? Patricia Simmons – Special Education Instructional Aide – East Hardy Early Middle School – 2006-2007 school year

? Rebecca Strawderman – Special Education Instructional Aide – East Hardy High School – 2006-2007 school year

? Arlene Hoffman – Substitute Teacher

? Kip Heimendinger – Substitute Teacher

? Lucas Moyers – Substitute Teacher

? Keleen Poling – Substitute Teacher

? Doug Boswell – Athletic Director – Moorefield High School – 203 days - ½ time

? Brian Wilson – Volunteer Football Coach – Moorefield High School

Acceptance of Letters of Agreement for Transfer:

? Tommy Crites

? Kevin Miller

? Dennis Funk

? William Crigler

? Deborah Phares

? William “Bill” Landis

? Melvin Shook

? Daniel Leatherman

? Danny Aylor

? John Smouse

? Donald Evans

Resignations:

? Jack McCullough – Varsity Cross County Coach – East Hardy High School

Summer School Postings:

? 5 Professional Educators - Moorefield Middle School – 30 days of employment – June 16 to August 4, 2006 (excluding July 4 and last week of July) $20.00 per hour, five hours daily, beginning at 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m., including planning. Preference given to teachers currently employed at the school. Staff members must be Elementary/Middle School certified.

? One Teacher – teach classes at Moorefield Middle School and assume additional duties as Summer School Director duties with $1000.00 stipend in addition to pay as a classroom teacher. Employment term from June 15 through August 4, 2006 (excluding July 4 and last week of July). Preference given to faculty at the school. Staff must be certified in Elementary/Middle School.

? One Professional Educator – Reading First Summer School – East Hardy Early Middle School - $20.00 per hour for five hours daily, 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m., including planning, beginning July 3 through July 29, 2006, excluding July 4. Preference given to teachers at the school. Staff must be certified in Elementary Education.

? One Professional Educator – Reading First Summer School – East Hardy Early Middle School - $20.00 per hour for five hours daily, 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m., including planning, beginning July 3 through July 29, 2006, excluding July 4. Additional Supervisory Duties for Reading First with an additional $500.00 stipend. Preference given to teachers at the school. Staff must be certified in Elementary Education.

? One Professional Educator - School Improvement – East Hardy Early Middle School - $20.00 per hour for five hours daily from 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m. including planning, beginning July 3 through July 29, 2006, excluding July 4. Preference given to teachers at the school. Staff must be certified in Elementary Education.

? One Professional Educator – School Improvement – East Hardy Early Middle School - $20.00 per hour for five hours daily, 8:00a.m. until 1:00p.m., including planning, beginning July 3 through July 29, excluding July 4. Additional duties as Director of the Summer Program with $1000.00 stipend. Preference given to teachers at the school. Staff must be certified in Elementary Education.

Summer Service Positions:

? Two Bus Operators for Summer School in Moorefield Attendance Area, beginning June 19 to August 4, 2006, excluding July 4 and the last week of July, beginning at 7:00a.m. and ending at 2:00p.m.

? Two Bus Operators for Summer School in East Hardy Attendance Area, beginning July 3 through July 29, 2006, excluding July 4, beginning at 7:00a.m. and ending at 2:00p.m.

? Mathias area, with one stop along Rt. 259 to EHEMS

? Wardensville area, with additional stops along Rt. 55 to EHEMS

Temporary Summer Maintenance Workers:

? Two Temporary Summer General Handyman Helpers to work 20 days (160 hours each) for $10.00 per hour, beginning July 5, 2006 (work weeks can be no longer than 40 hours per week).

New Postings: Professional Educators for the 2006-20007 school year:

? Elementary/Multi Subject Teacher – East Hardy Early Middle School – Grade 3 – Reading First Classroom

? Head Teacher – East Hardy Early Middle School – ½ time – 200 day employment term, including ½ day teaching assignment, with three additional days of employment with $400.00 base salary and $300.00 index for full time duties. See job description for qualifications.

? Head Teacher – East Hardy High School – ½ time – 200 day employment term, including ½ day teaching assignment, with three additional days of employment with $400.00 base salary and $300.00 index for part time duties. See job description for qualifications.

? Head Teacher – Moorefield Middle School – 200 day employment term, with teaching assignment, with six days extended employment, $800.00 base salary and $600.00 index for full time duties. See job description for qualifications.

? Secondary Teacher – Social Studies – East Hardy High School – position requires teacher to complete and teach AP History course and implement and use Accelerated Reader Program.

New Posting: Service Personnel for the 2006-2007 school year:

? Bus Operator/Mechanic I – only open to currently employed Hardy County School’s Bus Operators as this is a re-classification of a current position. Will be required to do three hours of mechanical duties, excluding lunch and breaks within their regular bus run – 210 days employment – Salary Class F.

New Postings: Athletics for the Fall 2006-2007 school year:

? Assistant Volleyball Coach – Moorefield High School

? Varsity Cheerleading Coach – East Hardy High School

? Varsity Cross Country Coach – East Hardy High School

? Extra Duty Contract, Assistant Athletic Director – Moorefield Middle School - $750 supplement

Continued Postings: Professional Educators for the 2005-2006 school year:

**All positions, though filled with Long Term Substitute, must remain open, and filled, at the end of the semester when a certified/qualified applies duet to highly qualified teacher requirements on NCLB**

? English/Language Arts – MHS/EHHS – by semesters. Must be willing to complete and utilize Accelerated Reader program in instruction

? Family and Consumer Science Teacher – MHS

? Middle School Teacher – English/Language Arts – EHEMS

? Biology, Chemistry, General Science – MHS

? English/Language Arts – MHS/EHHS, by semesters, includes Theater/Advanced Communications, must be willing to complete training and implement use of Accelerated Reader in instruction

Mission Statement Accomplishments:

? Mr. Funkhouser congratulated the EHHS baseball team for their 21 wins and top ranking in the state.

? Mrs. Bean commended Mr. Bill Howdyshell, Hardy County Bus Operator, for his actions during the recent bus accident and commended the bus drivers of Hardy County for their outstanding efforts to transport students safely. Commended rescue personnel throughout the county for their help.

? Mr. Fertig committed that he recently attended the MHS Band Concert and stated it was excellent. Noted that a large number of Hardy County students participated in the recent production at the McCoy Theatre.

? Mr. Pack extended his appreciation to the other candidates running for the Board of Education; good individuals are needed to serve on the Board. Noted that Melissa Hill, student at EHEMS, received state recognition in a recent pictorial history contest – Congratulations!

? Mr. Park commented on his recent visit to Moorefield Elementary School and how much he enjoyed the visit with the students and teachers. Also commented on the excellent performance by the Moorefield Middle School Band.

? Mrs. Hammer reported on the recent lunch she had with the students at EHEMS, it was very delightful and informative.

? Ms. Whitecotton commended Mrs. Roberson and Mrs. Kelican as they prepare to attend the National FBLA competition. They are doing an excellent job.

? Mr. Whetzel thanked all individuals who are working to prepare for the State Board of Education visit on May 11, 2006. They are doing a great job and it should be a good experience for these individuals.

The next meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education is scheduled for May 15, 2006, at the Hardy County Board of Education Office.