2024-25 Board Agendas
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2024-07-22 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
July 22, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on July 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
2. Bills 6-28-24, 7/9/24, 7/22/24 and Financials 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements
4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations |
H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Volleyball Overnight Request 3. Activities Transportation Policy 5. Handbooks 6. Level I Investigators for 2024-2025 7. Savvas Quote 9. COR 76 10. COR 78 11. COR 79 12. COR 80 13. COR 81 15. Central Rivers AEA Invoice 16. Pay App 010 17. ISG Invoice 18. Middle School Landscape Plants Norton’s Bid 19. Operational Sharing Agreement 20. Bank Depositories 21. Legal Publications |
K. Policy Review A. First Reading
B. Second Reading 1. 300 - Role of School District Administration (new) 2. 301.01- Management (new) 3. 302.01 - Superintendent Qualifications, Recruitment, Appointment (FKA 301,301.01) 4. 302.02 - Superintendent Contract and Nonrenewal (FKA 301.02) 5. 302.03 - Superintendent Salary and Other Compensation (new) 6. 302.04 - Superintendent Duties (FKA 301.04) 7. 302.05 - Superintendent Evaluation (FKA 306.01) 8. 302.06 - Superintendent Professional Development (FKA 301.03) 9. 302.07 - Superintendent Civic Activities (new) 10. 302.08 - Superintendent Consulting/Outside Employment (new) |
L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: August 12, 2024 & August 26, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-08-06 Board Work Session Agenda
2024-08-06 Board Work Session AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Special Board Meeting Work Session Agenda
Work Session
August 6, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a special board meeting work session on August 6, 2024 beginning at 4:30 pm at the Wieting Theatre Community Room, 101 South Church Street, Toledo, Iowa 52342.
Work Session - 4:30 pm
1. Call to Order |
2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
3. Adoption of Agenda |
4. Work Session
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The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-08-12 Board Agenda
2024-08-12 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
August 12, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on August 12, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Tyler Technologies Invoice 3. S&P Global Invoice 4. Pay App 011 5. Handbooks 7. Overnight Trip Requests for 2024-2025 school year 8. High School Anticipated Fundraisers for the 2024-2025 school year 9. ISG Invoice 10. Open Enrollment K.B. 13. Extra Duty/Co-Curricular Schedule Updates 14. Administrative Assistant Mentorship 15. Special Ed Caseloads 16. Special Ed Bonus 18. RSAI & IASB Legislative Recommendations for 24 - 25 19. Grant Procedures |
K. Policy Review A. First Reading
B. Second Reading
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L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: August 26, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
Personnel
Hires:
Name |
Position |
Replacing |
Lane |
Years of Service |
Pay Scale |
Start Date |
Andrew Walton |
Asst. 8th Grade Football Coach |
Jeff DeBondt |
V |
1 |
$1,850.00 |
8/24 |
Ryan Cassady |
Asst. 7th Grade Football Coach |
George Kuhter |
V |
1 |
$1,850.00 |
8/24 |
Jeff Niedermann |
Head 8th Grade Football Coach |
Seth Koch |
IV |
10 |
$2,600.00 |
8/24 |
Nathan Doran |
Head 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach |
Charlie Schuckahosee |
IV |
10 |
$2,600.00 |
Late Winter Split 25’ |
Angelica Gomez |
High School Concession Stand Manager Fall/Winter/Spring |
Rashell Mendoza |
II |
1 |
Each contract @ $3,200.00 |
August 2024 |
Margarita De la Torre |
Middle School Kitchen Staff |
Andrea Asmussan |
1 |
1 |
$14.89/hour |
8/19/24 |
Josie Purk |
Partnership High School Behavior Interventionist/Liaison |
Danielle Stubbs |
Tier III |
0 |
$38,550.00 |
8/19/24 |
Amber Porter |
Partnership High School Behavior Interventionist |
Joe Miller |
Tier III |
0` |
$38,550.00 |
8/19/24 |
Resignations:
Name |
Position |
Effective date |
Danielle Stubbs |
K-6 Behavioral Interventionist |
7/26/24 |
Lon Wilkerson |
Head Varsity Girls Softball Coach |
8/4/24 |
Angela Bair |
High School Special Education Teacher |
7/10/24 |
Transfer:
Name |
Position |
Start Date |
Officials:
Name |
School |
Activity |
Volunteer;
Laura Ridout - Volleyball Coach
District PLC leads:
Taylor Brown - CTE
Victoria Hamilton - ELL/World Language
Teresa Smith - Performing Arts
Nate Van Dyke - PE/Health
Anita Townsley - School Counselors
Nate Doran - Visual Arts
High School PLC leads:
Deanna Zmolek - English Language Arts
Robert Tyynismaa - Mathematics
Audrey Roth - Science
Middle School PLC leads:
Amy Stotts - Literacy
Ashley Steven - Math
Paula Graves - Science
Travis McBride - Social Studies
Ashley Raue - 5th Grade
Elementary School PLC leads:
Maggie Jesina - Preschool
Jennifer Anderson - Kindergarten
Emeri Krueger - 1st Grade
Missy Jesina - 2nd Grade
Hana Kucera - 3rd Grade
Hilary Port - 4th Grade
ESSA Elementary Leads:
Bailey Barnes
Emma Johnson
Kelli Smith
Samantha Boldt
Kelsea Anderson
Megan Rosenberger
Madison Winkelman
ESSA Middle School Leads:
Amy Stotts
Ashley Steven
Paula Graves
Ashley Raue
Jeanette Stacey
ESSA High School Leads:
Nate Doran
Dixie Forcht
Dustin Peska
Audrey Roth
Deanna Zmolek
BLT Elementary Leads:
Jill Dilly
Natasha Becker
Amy Parizek
Leah Fonua
Dawn Henley
BLT Middle School Leads:
Leti Babinat
Jess Wilkerson
Morgan McFate
Crystal Hass
Ashley Steven
BLT High School Leads:
Emily Chyma
Dixie Forcht
Kelle Johannsen
Dustin Peska
Tammy Wiese
BLT Partnership High School Lead:
Brintley Elsbury
Elementary Building Data & Assessment Lead:
Rhonda Ricker
Middle School Building Data & Assessment Lead:
Leti Babinat & Levi Klopping
High School Building Data & Assessment Lead:
Dixie Forcht
District Special Education Lead:
Amy Wyatt
Jeanette Stacey
Kelle Johannsen
Dustin Peska
Coach in Training:
Missy Jesina
Amy Wyatt
Megan Rosenberger
Emily Chyma
Danny Mayo
Trojan Way Lead:
Anita Townsley
Paula Graves
Emily Chyma
2024-08-26 Board Agenda
2024-08-26 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
August 26, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on August 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. August 6, 2024 - Work Session b. August 12, 2024 - Regular Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations (attendance, discipline, safety, curriculum, ESSA);
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Tuition Reimbursement Updated Form 3. Lane Advancement Updated Form 5. MOC Posting 6. IXL Quote 7. City Of Toledo Invoice 8. COR 0084 10. COR 83R2 12. Project Lead the Way Quote 12. Middle School Fundraiser Request 13. District Legal representation 14. Legislative Priorities 15. Special Education Activity Paraeducator |
K. Policy Review A. First Reading
B. Second Reading
C. Third Reading
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L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: September 9, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
Personnel
Hires:
Name |
Position |
Replacing |
Lane |
Years of Service |
Pay Scale |
Start Date |
Tristan Henle |
Elementary Kitchen |
Shelly Seth |
1 |
0 |
$14.89/hour |
8/23/24 |
Amanda Husak |
Assistant Individual Speech Coach |
Crystal Hass |
4 |
1 |
$2,150.00 |
1/25 |
Alexia Hoffman |
K-4 ELL Paraeducator |
Rollanda Puentes |
1 |
0 |
$14.57/hour |
8/28/24 |
Brooke Dollen |
Dance Team Coach |
Kimi Benson |
Resignations:
Name |
Position |
Effective date |
Shawn Arey |
Preschool Transportation Route |
8/20/24 |
Karl Moeller |
High School Custodian |
8/22/24 |
Transfer:
Name |
Position |
Start Date |
- |
- |
- |
Officials:
Name |
School |
Activity |
Tiffany Thiessen |
Middle School/High School |
Volleyball |
Keely Upah |
Middle School/High School |
Volleyball |
Kennedy Thiessen |
Middle School |
Volleyball |
Eugene Ubben |
Middle School |
Volleyball |
David Lee |
High School |
Cross Country Starter |
Deidra Mohr |
High School |
Volleyball |
Dave Mohr |
High School |
Volleyball |
Gregory Davies |
High School |
Volleyball |
Daniel Rhine |
High School |
Volleyball |
Donald Anderson |
High School |
Volleyball |
Amy Dolash |
High School |
Volleyball |
Peter Cruz |
High School |
Volleyball |
Adonnis Hill |
High School |
Volleyball |
David Nitz |
Middle School/High School |
Football |
Tom Kemper |
High School |
Football |
Dan Johnson |
Middle School/High School |
Football |
Jay Freese |
High School |
Football |
Brian Murphy |
Middle School/High School |
Football |
Craig Harrison |
High School |
Football |
Joe Fontenot |
High School |
Football |
Tim Frake |
High School |
Football |
Dan Thomas |
High School |
Football |
Mark Kenny |
High School |
Football |
Logan Vannega |
High School |
Football |
Norm Granger |
High School |
Football |
Tracy Richmond |
High School |
Football |
Stacy VanArsdale |
High School |
Football |
Terrance Campbell |
High School |
Football |
Mike Meyerhoff |
High School |
Football |
Dave Roberts |
High School |
Football |
Mike Vint |
High School |
Football |
Chris Stimson |
High School |
Football |
Joe Otten |
High School |
Football |
Sam DeVilder |
High School |
Football |
Kyle Bergmann |
High School |
Football |
Terry Schneekloth |
High School |
Football |
Ron Peiffer |
High School |
Football |
Scott Fritz |
High School |
Football |
Doug Yanacek |
High School |
Football |
Dave Yanacek |
High School |
Football |
Scott Zahnle |
High School |
Football |
Tom Velky |
High School |
Football |
Sean Bucheit |
High School |
Football |
Chuck McNally |
High School |
Football |
Dustin Lutterman |
High School |
Football |
Tyler Heeren |
Middle School/High School |
Football |
Volunteers:
Laura Ridout |
HS Volleyball |
Jowanda Love |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Mary Fasse-Shaw |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Jeff Shaw |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Collen Probasco |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Dan Quigley |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Tyler Moran |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Taylor Moran |
Speech, Play & Musical |
Chris Link |
HS Band |
Candi Link |
HS Band |
Dalton Rosenburg |
HS/MS Wrestling |
Travis Smith |
HS/MS Wrestling |
Mike Wedmore |
HS Boys Basketball |
Larry Fletcher |
HS Boys Basketball |
Gustavo Chavarria |
HS Gamers Night |
Nickolas Seitz |
D&D Roleplaying Club & Esports |
Roman Hill |
Esports |
High School PLC leads:
Craig Harrison
2024-09-09 Board Agenda
2024-09-09 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
September 9, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on September 9, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. August 26, 2024- Regular Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. City of Toledo Invoice 12. Additional High School Fundraisers - Girls & Boys Soccer- Kickball Tourney similar to the Dodgeball Tourney |
K. Policy Review A. First Reading
B. Second Reading
C. Third Reading |
L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: September 23, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
Personnel
Hires:
Name |
Position |
Replacing |
Lane |
Years of Service |
Pay Scale |
Start Date |
Madison Henriquez |
Bus Driver Preschool Transportation Route & PM Route |
Shawn Arey |
- |
- |
$24.60/$36.00/hour |
9/10/2024 |
Natasha Klar |
Special Education Paraeducator |
Maria Aguliera |
0 |
13.5 |
$17.00/hour |
9/10/2024 |
Resignations:
Name |
Position |
Effective date |
Shawn Arey |
Preschool Transportation Route & PM Route |
8/20/24 |
Tonia McBride |
Color Guard Sponsor |
9/3/24 |
David Wiese |
Head Baseball Coach |
8/26/24 |
Dale Cruikshank |
Middle School Assistant Boys Wrestling Coach |
9/5/24 |
Transfer:
Name |
Position |
Start Date |
Troy Wanatee |
Middle School Paraeducator →Transportation Paraeducator |
8/23/24 |
Officials:
Name |
School |
Activity |
Jon Reed |
Middle School |
Football |
Michael Spurlin |
Middle School |
Football |
Galen Hoodjer |
High School |
Volleyball |
Volunteers:
Josh Bly |
High School Football |
Jessica Wilson Healy |
Marching Band Volunteer |
2024-09-20 Special Board Meeting Agenda
2024-09-20 Special Board Meeting AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Special Board Meeting Agenda
September 20, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a special board meeting on September 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the STC Administration Office, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Iowa 52339
Special Meeting Session
1. Call to Order |
2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
3. Adoption of Agenda |
4. Discussion Item
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5. Meeting adjourned. |
It is the policy of South Tama County Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment) , marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Director of Curriculum and Student Services, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811, email. speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us
2024-09-24 Board Agenda
2024-09-24 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
September 24, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on September 24, 2024 at 4:30 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance, Mission Statement & a Moment of Silence) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. September 9, 2024 - Regular Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Special Education Caseloads
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L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: October 14, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-10-04 Special Meeting Agenda
2024-10-04 Special Meeting AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Special Board Meeting Agenda
October 4, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a special board meeting on October 4, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. at the STC Administration Office, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Iowa 52339
Special Meeting Agenda
1. Call to Order |
2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
3. Adoption of Agenda |
4. Middle School Water Heater Replacement |
5. Adjournment |
It is the policy of South Tama County Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment) , marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Director of Student Services, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811, email speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us
2024-10-14 Board Agenda
2024-10-14 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
October 14, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on October 14, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. September 20, 2024 - Special Meeting b. September 24, 2024 - Regular Meeting c. October 4, 2024 - Special Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
5. Authorize Board President and/or Superintendent to Issue and Approve Special Education Contracts and Open Enrollment Applications |
G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Pay app 013 3. ISG Invoice 4. Iowa Valley Community College District Invoice (23 - 24 Spring Semester) 5. COR 98 7. CST Quote |
K. Policy Review
B. Second Reading
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L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
N. Closed Session to discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate, but only when premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the board would have to pay for the property, or in case of a sale reduce the proce the board could receive for the property. Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i). |
Upcoming Meetings: October 28, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-10-28 Board Agenda
2024-10-28 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
October 28, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on October 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. October 14, 2024 - Regular Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing - Calendar Change Current Calendar Updated Calendar |
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Calendar Change 3. Middle School Furniture Proposal 4. School Improvement Needs Assessment Sample 5. Hudl Invoice 6. Bus Purchase Thomas Quote HBC Quote |
K. Policy Review
B.Second Reading
C. Third Reading |
L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Closed Session Iowa Code subsection 21.5(1)(i) sets forth the specific procedures applicable to evaluation of professional competency by a governmental body in closed session.“i. To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session.” |
N. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: November 11, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-11-11 Board Agenda
2024-11-11 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
November 11, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on November 11, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Public Hearing
Hearing on Proposed 2024-2025 school calendar change.
Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. October 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting 2. Bills 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Discussion
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I. Action Items 1. Appointment of District Director #2
2. Personnel 3. Calendar Change Current Calendar Updated Calendar 4. Bereavement Leave (Handbook Change) 5. Record Board Meetings 8. Application to the SBRC for River Hills Consortium 9. Impact Aid Indian Policies and Procedures for 2025-2026 School Year 10. Bus Purchase Thomas Quote HBC Quote 11. ISG Pay App 14 13. Lied Center Driver Position - From STC to NT and back 14. K-12 Migrant Tutor Position |
J. Policy Review
B.Second Reading
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K. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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L. Closed Session to discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate, but only when premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the board would have to pay for the property, or in case of a sale reduce the price the board could receive for the property. Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j). |
M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: November 25, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
2024-11-25 Board Agenda
2024-11-25 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
November 25, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on November 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Retiring Board Regular Session
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) Mission Statement The South Tama County Community School District faculty, staff, and administration in partnership with the parents, students, and community, will strive to provide a rich academic and student-centered education, support our multicultural environment, and encourage success for all students. |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Approval of the Agenda |
E. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. November 11, 2024 - Regular Meeting 2. Bills and Financials 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements
4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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F. Adjournment |
New Board - Reorganizational Meeting
A. Call to Order |
B. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
C. Election of President and Vice President and Oath of Office Oath of Office for Newly-Elected Board President & for Newly-Elected Vice President |
D. President Assumes Chair of Meeting |
E. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
F. Approval of the Agenda |
G. Presentations
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H. Discussion
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I. Action Items 1. ISG Invoice 2. Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP Quote 3. Middle School Gym Projection System 4. SBRC Request for Open Enrollment Out Current Year, Not on Prior Year Headcount 5. SBRC Request for EL Instruction Beyond 5 Years 6. Treasurer’s Annual Settlement 8. Bank Account Authorization (if needed) |
J. Policy Review
B. Second Reading
C. Fourth Reading
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K. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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L. Closed Session Iowa Code subsection 21.5(1)(i) sets forth the specific procedures applicable to evaluation of professional competency by a governmental body in closed session. To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session. |
M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meetings: December 9, 2024.
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
Personnel
Hires:
Name |
Position |
Replacing |
Lane |
Years of Service |
Pay Scale |
Start Date |
Todd Anderson |
High School Special Education Paraeducator |
Rashell Mendoza |
10 |
$17.75/hour |
12/2/2024 |
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David Reisner |
High School Special Education Paraeducator |
Courtney Welton |
21 |
$18.75/hour |
12/2/2024 |
Resignations:
Name |
Position |
Effective date |
Cort Ahrens |
High School Assistant Football Coach |
11/12/2024 |
David Nitz |
Middle School Baseball Coach |
11/18/2024 |
Stacy Leach |
Transportation |
11/11/2024 |
Transfer:
Name |
Position |
Start Date |
Jennifer Gross |
PHS Special Education Paraeducator → High School Special Education Paraeducator (Replacing Tracy Everts) |
11/11/2024 |
Ellen Moran |
Musical Technical Director → Musical Director |
11/14/2024 |
John Loos |
Musical Director → Musical Technical Director |
11/14/2024 |
Officials:
Name |
School |
Activity |
Jay Freese |
High School |
Basketball |
Tim Zaputil |
High School |
Basketball |
Cody Boozell |
High School |
Basketball |
Paul Elser |
High School |
Basketball |
Kyle Clark |
High School |
Basketball |
Fabian Brandenburg |
High School |
Wrestling |
Travis Smith |
High School |
Wrestling |
Volunteers:
Taylor Moran
Tyler Moran
2024-12-03 Special Board Meeting Agenda
2024-12-03 Special Board Meeting AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Special Board Meeting Agenda
December 3, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a special board meeting on December 3, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. at the STC Administration Office, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Iowa 52339 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Special Meeting Session
1. Call to Order |
2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
3. Adoption of Agenda |
4. Discussion Item
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5. Adjournment |
It is the policy of South Tama County Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment) , marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Director of Curriculum and Student Services, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811, email. speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us
2024-12-09 Board Agenda
2024-12-09 Board AgendaSouth Tama County Community School District
Board Meeting Agenda
December 9, 2024
The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 9, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52342 or virtually at meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.
Work Session @ 4:45
Old Middle School
Regular Session @ 6:00 PHS
A. Call to Order |
B. Opening Activities (Pledge of Allegiance & Mission Statement) |
C. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum |
D. Public Forum The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public per Board Policy 213 - Public Participation in Meetings. On behalf of fellow board members, I invite any member of the audience to approach the Board with comments about items of interest or concern. Please begin by stating your name and contact information. Please limit your comments to three minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely manner. Comments from the public are not limited to items or topics on tonight’s agenda, but they are limited to matters within the Board’s authority. Please understand, however, the board members do not intend to make an immediate response. Iowa’s Sunshine Law prohibits us from having a discussion without the proper notice to all of the school district community that the issue would be discussed at tonight’s board meeting. Also, please remember you are making comments in a public meeting. Should you make comments that the subject of the comments is considered to be inflammatory or libelous, you, as an individual, may be subject to legal action brought by the subject of your comments. Thank you for your support of our school district. |
E. Approval of the Agenda |
F. Consent Agenda (Policy 210.09 - Consent Agenda)
a. November 25, 2024 - Regular Meeting b. December 3, 2024 - Special Meeting 2. Bills and Financial Statements 3. Contracts and Interagency Agreements
4. Gifts, Grants & Bequests
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G. Presentations
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H. Public Hearing (if needed) |
I. Discussion
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J. Action Items 1. Personnel 2. Education Support Personnel Salary Supplement 3. Middle School Gym Projection System 4. School Pictures FIre Marshall recommendations (to meet code) at the elem. and high school. 6. COR 112 7. COR 108R 8. ISG Pay App 10. Bill Payments |
K. Policy Review
B. Second Reading
C. Third Reading
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L. Upcoming Events and Community Update
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M. Adjournment |
Upcoming Meeting: January 13, 2025
All board meeting dates can be found here.
The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:
1. Agricultural Sciences
2. Business
3. Industrial Technology
All students are eligible to enroll in CTE classes.
It is the policy of the South Tama County Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.
Personnel
Hires:
Name |
Position |
Replacing |
Lane |
Years of Service |
Pay Scale |
Start Date |
Dave Cantonwine |
Assistant Varsity Softball Coach |
Steve Chyma |
II |
1 |
$3,200.00 |
May 2025 |
Kodi Hillman |
Head 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach |
Lon Wilkerson |
IV |
4 |
$2,300.00 |
Late Winter Split season 24-25 |
Andrew Walton |
Assistant 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach |
Nathan Doran |
V |
1 |
$1,850.00 |
Late Winter Split season 24-25 |
Estrella Fonseca |
K-4 ELL Paraeducator |
1 |
0 |
$14.22/hour |
1/6/2025 |
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Brianna Morrison |
7th Grade Writing Teacher |
Taylor Bovenmyer |
0 |
0 |
$47,500.00 |
1/6/2025 |
Sue Kaloupek |
Lied Center Driver |
New position |
0 |
0 |
$22.37/hour |
12/6/24 |
Resignations:
Name |
Position |
Effective date |
Robert Boley |
High School Principal |
6/31/2025 |
Tracy Glockl |
Elementary Special Education Paraeducator |
12/2/2024 |
Transfer:
Name |
Position |
Start Date |
Carley Bolhuis |
Elementary ELL Teacher |
12/2024 |
Officials:
Name |
School |
Activity |
Wayne Ritscher |
High School |
Basketball |
Brandon Dufoe |
Middle School |
Wrestling |
Travis Smith |
Middle School |
Wrestling |
Volunteers:
Name |
School |
Activity |
- |
- |
- |