SOUTH TAMA COUNTY SCHOOLS

THE SOUTH TAMA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL HOLD A SPECIAL SESSION  MEETING ON MONDAY, JULY 6, 2020 AT 5:00 P.M AT THE PARTNERSHIP CENTER, 215 W 9TH STREET, TAMA, IOWA

Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance

The meeting will be held electronically through Google Hangouts.  The meeting can be accessed in “real-time” by any community member by accessing the following link:  meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

                                                                     AGENDA

I.   Call to Order  Penny Tyynismaa, Board President

II.  Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum  Mary Boege, Board Secretary

III. Adoption of Agenda

IV.  Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum.  The time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion, allow others an opportunity to speak, and allow the board to complete the full board agenda 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, that 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.                          

Thanks for your support of our school district.

V. Small-Group Summer School August 3-14 Brad Schweppe

VI.Action Items:  Full Board  

A. Personnel

B. Approve Building Handbooks for 2020/2021-Jared Smith

C. School Calendar 2020/2021-Jared Smith

D. Science K-8 Curriculum Adoption-Shauna Smith

E. Approve Invision Architects to complete hourly work as they explore options for a Middle School project at the current Juvenile Home location. Cost not to exceed $10,000-Jared Smith     

F. Approve Tennis Court Option and Set Public Hearing Date-Steve McAdoo   

G. Approve Lift for the Bus Barn-Steve Chyma

H. Approve Summer Strength & Conditioning Plan-Scott Bolen

I. Approve STC Suicide Practices and Procedures Handbook-Dan Lopez

VII. Discussion:

A. Estes Construction projected costs for demolishing and repurposing the

Juvenile Home for a Middle School campus -Jared Smith 

B. Middle School Project Updates-Jared Smith

C. Return to Learn Updates-Jared Smith

THE SOUTH TAMA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL HOLD A  REGULAR SESSION  MEETING ON MONDAY, JULY 20, 2020 AT 5:00 P.M. AT THE PARTNERSHIP CENTER, 215 W 9TH STREET, TAMA, IOWA

 Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance

The meeting will be held electronically through Google Hangouts.

The meeting can be accessed in “real-time” by any community member by accessing the following link:

meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

 AGENDA

I.    Call to Order                               Penny Tyynismaa, Board President

II.   Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum Mary Boege, Board Secretary

III.  Adoption of Agenda

IV.  Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)

• Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions
• Bills
• Financial Statement - Full Board

 V.  Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum.  The time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion, allow others an opportunity to speak, and allow the board to complete the full board agenda 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, that 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.  Thanks for your support of our school district.

VI. Action Items: Full Board  

A. Appoint Board Secretary (Mary Boege) and Board Treasurer (Mary Boege) For 2020-2021 - Oath of Office

B. Personnel

C. Name Bank Depositories: The State Bank of Toledo and Lincoln Savings Bank-Mary Boege                   

D. Name Legal Publication: The Tama-Toledo News Chronicle -Jared Smith

E. Approve Garbage Pickup Bid-Jared Smith

VII. Discussion:

A. Middle School Project Updates -Jared Smith

B. Summer School Updates -Brad Schweppe

C.  Return to Learn Updates-Jared Smith

VIII. Adjournment - Full Board

THE SOUTH TAMA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL HOLD A 

SPECIAL SESSION MEETING ON THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 AT 9:00 A.M.

AT THE PARTNERSHIP CENTER, 215 W 9TH STREET, TAMA, IOWA

Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance

The meeting will be held electronically through Google Hangouts.

The meeting can be accessed in “real-time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

AGENDA

I.     Call to Order                                                        Penny Tyynismaa, Board President

II.     Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum                          Mary Boege, Board Secretary

III.    Adoption of Agenda

IV.   Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum.  The time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two minutes so that we can keep the meeting moving in a timely fashion, allow others an opportunity to speak, and allow the board to complete the full board agenda 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, that 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. 

Thanks for your support of our school district.

V.  Action Items:           

       A.  Return to Learn Planning                                                           Jared Smith         

VI.  Adjournment                                                                                                                   

STC BOARD MEETING                                                                                               AGENDA                                                                                             Regular Session                                                                                                       August 3, 2020                                                                                                     5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Partnership Center Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh
Last Meeting:  July 23, 2020 (sp)	Next Meeting:  August 17, 2020

 

Agenda	Speaker
Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

Action Items  Personnel  Accept Milk Bid  Accept Bread Bid  New Position - COVID Tracker	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith
Discussion Fall Athletics & Activities  Return to Learn Plan	Anthony Jahr Jared Smith & Administrators
Adjournment	Full Board

                                                                                           

                                                                                           

 

 

STC Board Meeting
Agenda
Special Session---August 10, 2020---5:00 to 6:30 pm

 

At the Partnership Center	Virtual
Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339	The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

Last Meeting: August 3rd, 2020 (reg)

Next Meeting: August 17, 2020 (reg)

 

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items       A. Personnel	Full Board A. Jared Smith
VI. Discussion       A. Discuss Updated COVID          Pandemic Temporary          Supplemental Policy &           Provisions       B. Return to Learn Plan	A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                           

STC Board Meeting Agenda Regular Session --- August 24th, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm *missed August 10 meeting due to derecho storm

 

At The Partnership Center Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center  Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by an  community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

Last Meeting: August 3rd, 2020 (reg)

Next Meeting: September 8th, 2020 (reg)

 

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)       A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions       B. Bills       C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Action Items        A. Personnel        B. 2020-2021 School Calendar Update        C. Approve Public Hearing Date for Tennis Court        D. Middle School Handbook	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Mary Boege D. Jared Smith
VII. Discussion        A. Updated COVID Pandemic Temporary Supplemental Policy & Provisions        B. Return to Learn Plan        C. School Locations and Start Dates        D. STC 7-12 Home Events & Transportation COVID Policies        E. Future Board Meetings (Dates & Modes)	A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Anthony Jahr and Scott Bolen E. Jared Smith
VIII. Adjournment	Full Board

 

                                                                          

STC Board Meeting                        Agenda                            Public Hearing/Special Session                            September 8th, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At The Partnership Center Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center  Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339 Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by an  community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh Last Meeting: August 24th, 2020 (reg) Next Meeting: September 23rd, 2020 (reg)

                                                                              

                                                                       Public Hearing Agenda

Agenda	Speaker

I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing:        A. Proposed Use of SAVE Revenue for an Athletic Facility Infrastructure Project
V. Adjournment

 

 

                                                                                 Special Session Agenda

Agenda	Speaker

I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Resolution Supporting Proposed Use of SAVE            Revenue for Athletic Facility Infrastructure Project        C. StreetSmarts Driver's Education Contract 2021-2023        D. Open Tennis Court Bids        E. Approve COVID Supplemental Policy Provisions            Updates	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Mary Boege E. Jared Smith
VI. Discussion        A. Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) 2021            District's Legislative Priorities        B. Return to Learn Status Updates	A. Jared Smith B. STC Admins & Directors
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC Board Meeting                        Agenda                         Regular Session                            September 23rd, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At the Partnership Center Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339 Last Meeting: September 8th, 2020 (spec.)	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh Next Meeting: October 5th, 2020 (spec.)

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)          A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions          B. Bills          C. Financial Statement           D. Early Graduation Requests for M.H., A.S., G.S., E.B-C.
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Action Items         A. Personnel         B. Appoint Ahlers and Cooney to serve as Legal Counsel         C. Appointment of Student Abuse Level 1 Investigators         D. Review and Approve Tennis Court Bid         E. Approve Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) 2021 District's Legislative Priorities          F. Approve 2020-2021 Classified Staff Handbook          G. Approve 2020-2021 Certified Staff Handbook	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith E. Jared Smith F. Jared Smith G. Jared Smith
VII. Discussion           A. COVID Tracker Position Update           B. Updates from Admins           C. Updates from Nurses            D. Virtual/Hybrid Deadline for 2nd Quarter	A. Jared Smith B. Administrators C. Nurses D. Administrators
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC Board Meeting                        Agenda                         Special Session                            October 5, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At the Partnership Center	Virtual
Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339	The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh
Last Meeting: September 23rd, 2020 (reg.)	Next Meeting: October 19th, 2020 (reg.)

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items         A. Personnel         B. Additional Coaching Staff for Middle School         C. Approve H.S. Activities Fundraisers 2020-2021         D. Approve H.S. Overnight Trip Requests 2020-2021         E. Approve Request for Modified Allowable Supplemental Aid for LEP Allowable Costs         F. Approve Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) 2021 District's Legislative Priorities         G. Approve Bus Transportation Request for Tyler Drive to Include Student Tracking Addition	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Scott Bolen C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith E. Mary Boege F. Jared Smith G. Steve Chyma & Andrew Gorzyeki
VI. Discussion         A. Middle School Storm Damage Update         B. Middle School Update and Timelines         C. New State Quarantine Recommendations & Next Steps         D. Organization Chart and Addressing Employee Concerns	A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC Board Meeting                        Agenda                         Regular Session                            October 19, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At the Partnership Center	Virtual
Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339	The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh
Last Meeting: October 5th, 2020 (spec.)	Next Meeting: Nov. 2, 2020 (spec.)

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)           A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions           B. Bills           C. Financial Statement           D. Early Graduation Requests for LA & UM.
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Student Council Updates including year plans, current projects, and discuss future goals.	A. Morgan Haughey, President & Sydney Parizek, VP
VII. Action Items            A. Personnel            B. Additional Coaching Staff for High School            C. Authorize Board President and/or Superintendent to Issue and Approve Special Education Contracts and Open Enrollment Applications            D. Approve Requested Denial of Late Open Enrollment	Full Board A. Anthony Jahr/Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith
VIII. Discussion            A. Retirement Incentive for 2021 Retirees            B. STC Schools - Middle School Updates (Public Feedback Survey)            C. 2nd Quarter Timeline            D. Certified Enrollment            E. Winter Activities & Gym Rentals	A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith E. Anthony Jahr & Scott Bolen
IX. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                

STC Board Meeting                        Agenda                         Special Session                            November 2, 2020 --- 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At the Partnership Center	Virtual

Dr. Smith will be present at the Partnership Center gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339 Last Meeting: October 19, 2020 (reg)

The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh Next Meeting: Nov. 16, 2020 (reg)

Agenda	Speaker

I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items      A. Personnel      B. Approve Early Retirement Incentive for 2021 Retirees      C. Approve Impact Aid Indian Policies and Procedures for 2021-2022 School Year	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Mary Boege
VI. Discussion       A. First Quarter Technology Updates       B. Second Quarter Updates       C. School Vehicle Seat Belt Policy Review        D. Iowa School Board Association Conference - Delegate Assembly	A. Mary Mixdorf B. Jared Smith C. Steve Chyma D. Jared Smith
VII. Closed Session: Code of IA 21.5(1)(c) ---discuss current litigation with counsel	CLOSED
VIII. Return to Open Session
IX. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                               

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session - November 16, 2020 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

***This meeting will only be offered virtually given the current COVID conditions in Tama County.

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/mnw-xuta-toh

Last Meeting:  November 2nd (spec)

Next Meeting: December 7th (spec)

 

Retiring Board Agenda

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)           A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions           B. Bills           C. Financial Statements           D. Early Graduation Requests for A.O.

New Board - Reorganizational Meeting

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
II. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
III. Election of President and Vice President and Oath of Office	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
IV. President Assumes Chair of Meeting
V. Public Comments

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items           A. Personnel           B. Bank Accounts Authorization (if needed)           C. Approve Updated STC Retirement Policy           D. Approve the STC Retirement Incentive Amount for 2021 Retirees           E. Approve Renewal of Contract with Premier           F. Approve the Application to the SBRC for River Hills Consortium           G. Approve the Application to the SBRC for Open Enrollment Out not in Fall 2019           H. Approve the Application to the SBRC for ELL Beyond 5 years	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Mary Boege C. Jared Smith D. Jared Smith E. Mary Mixdorf/Jared Smith F. Mary Boege G. Mary Boege H. Mary Boege
VI. Discussion           A. Virtual Learning & COVID Updates	A. Jared Smith
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                             

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Special Session - December 7, 2020 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

***This meeting will only be offered virtually given the current COVID conditions in Tama County.	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: November 16, 2020 (reg)	Next Meeting: December 21, 2020 (reg)

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Update from Administrators & Plans for 2nd Semester	Mark Groteluschen, Ben Adams, Brad Schweppe, Shauna Smith
VI. Action Items        A. Approve Archery Fundraising Authorization Form	Full Board A. Jared Smith
VII. Discussion        A. Trauma-Informed Care Unit and Mental Health Therapists Update        B. First Semester Culture Climate Results	A. Shauna Smith/ Jared Smith B. Jared Smith
VIII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                                             

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session - December 21, 2020 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

***This meeting will only be offered virtually given the current COVID conditions in Tama County.

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: December 7th, 2020	Next Meeting: January 4th, 2021

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)       A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions       B. Bills       C. Financial Statement       D. Early Graduation Requests for A.B.
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Student Council Updates	Student Council Members/Staff
VII. Music First - Curriculum Resource	Mike Carnahan & Teresa Smith
VIII. Updates from Administrators	Mark Groteluschen, Ben Adams,  Brad Schweppe, Shauna Smith
IX. Action Items        A. Personnel        B. Approve SBRC Application for At-Risk and Drop Out Program	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith
X. Discussion         A. Additional Stop Signs on Highway 63	A. Jared Smith
XI. Closed Session: Code of IA 21.5(1)(j) ---discuss particular real estate inquiry	CLOSED
XII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                     

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Special Session - January 4, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

***This meeting will only be offered virtually given the current COVID conditions in Tama County.

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: December 21, 2020	Next Meeting: January 18, 2021

 

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Determine the Learning Model for 2nd Semester	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith
VI. Discussion	Full Board A. Scott Bolen & Anthony Jahr
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                       

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session - January 18, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

***This meeting will only be offered virtually given the current COVID conditions in Tama County.

Virtual The meeting can be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: January 4th, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: February 1st, 2021 (spec)

 

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)        A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions        B. Bills        C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Lexia Power Up & Lexia Core 5 - Curriculum Resource	Amy Stotts & Jennifer Anderson
VII. Action Items        A. Personnel        B. Approval Softball Fundraiser        C. Approve Gym Rental Proposal        D. Approve Setting Public Hearing for Conveyance of Property	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Anthony Jahr & Scott Bolen D. Mary Boege/Jared Smith
VIII. Discussion         A. Potential Dates for In-Person Board Meetings         B. COVID Travel Policy         C. Plans for 100% Return to Learn	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith, Mark Groteluschen, Ben Adams, & Brad Schweppe
IX. Closed Session: Code of IA 21.5(1)(c) ---discuss current litigation with counsel	CLOSED
X. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                   

STC Board Meeting Agenda Special Session February 1, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

At the Partnership Center The Board Meeting will be held at the Partnership Center Gymnasium for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 215 W 9th St., Tama, IA 52339

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: January 18, 2021 (reg)

Next Meeting: February 15, 2021 (reg)

 

                                        Public Hearing Agenda

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing:          A. Proposed Conveyance of School Owned Real Property
V. Adjournment

               * The Special Session will immediately follow the Public Hearing.

 

 

                                        Special Session Agenda

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

V. Action Items         A. Personnel         B. Update COVID Travel Policy         C. Approve Resolution of Conveyance of School Owned Real Property	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith
VI. Discussion          A. Location for Future In-Person School Board Meetings          B. Proposal to Start 7th/8th Grade Girls Wrestling Club	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith/Scott Bolen
VII. Adjournment	Full Board

                                                   

STC Board Meeting Agenda Special Session February 4th, 2021 - 8:00 am to 8:30 am

At the Administration Office The Board Meeting will be held at the Administration Office for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1702 Harding St., Tama, IA 52339

Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in "real time" by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu

Last Meeting: February 1. 2021 (spec)

Next Meeting: February 15, 2021 (reg)

 

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

V. Action Items          A. Approve 7th & 8th Grade Girls Wrestling Club	Full Board A. Jared Smith
VI. Adjournment	Full Board

                                             

STC BOARD MEETING                                                                   AGENDA                               Regular Session - February 15, 2021                                                         5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
***This meeting will only be offered virtually as of February 14th due to inclement weather.	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: February 4th, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: March 1st, 2021 (spec)

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)            A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions            B. Bills            C. Financial Statement            D. Early Grad. Requests - O.P.
V. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

VI. Presentation of PIE Plaques               A. Toledo Public Library               B. Meskwaki Nation Police Department	A.Library Director - Shari McFate B. Chief of Police - Jake Molitor
VII. Student Council Update	Morgan Haughey, Libby Albright, & Jonathan Meyer
VIII. Pear Deck & Google Meet Features - Curriculum Resource	STC Instructional Coaches
IX. Action Items               A. Personnel               B. Approve Reopening Early Retirement Incentive	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith
X. Discussion           A. Stop Sign/Light Options on Hwy 63           B. COVID Protocols Update	Full Board A. Steve Chyma/Steve McAdoo B. Jared Smith
XI. Adjournment	Full Board

 

              ***Work Session with Travis Squires - Budgeting Workshop***

 

 

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Special Session   March 1, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary Gym The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary Gym for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: February 15, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: March 15, 2021 (reg)

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Presentation of PIE Plaques           A. Toledo Public Library           B. Meskwaki Nation Police Department	A. Library Director - Shari McFate B. Chief of Police - Jake Molitor
VI.       Action Items            A. Personnel            B. Approve Classified and Administrative Salary Increase for 2021-2022            C. Approve Start Dates for 2021-2022 School Year	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith
VII.      Discussion             A. First April Board Meeting - Monday, April 5th or Tuesday, April 6th             B. Schedule Superintendent Evaluation              C. Review Draft A of the 2021-2022 School Calendar	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith
VIII.    Adjournment	Full Board

   

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session - March 15, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary Gym The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary Gym for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: March 1st, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: April 5th, 2021 (spec)

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)           A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions            B. Bills            C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

VI. Action Items            A. Personnel            B. Authorize Publication of the  2021-2022 School Calendar and Set Public Hearing Date             C. Authorize Publication of the 2022 Budget and Set Public Hearing Date	Full Board  A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Mary Boege
VII. Discussion (none)	Full Board
VIII.   Closed Session: Code of IA 21.5(1)(i) ---discuss performance evaluation	CLOSED
IX.       Open Session                   A. Extend Superintendent’s Contract through the 2023-2024 School Year	A. Jared Smith
X.         Adjournment	Full Board

                                             

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Special Session   April 5, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: March 15, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: April 19, 2021 (reg)

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Public Hearing Agenda

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing:          A. Proposed South Tama School Budget 2021-2022
V. Adjournment

 

*Another Public Hearing will immediately follow.

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Public Hearing Agenda

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing:          A. Proposed South Tama School Calendar 2021-2022
V. Adjournment

 

*The Special Session will immediately follow the Public Hearing.

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Special Session Agenda

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

V. Curriculum Presentation                A. IXL                B. Write to Learn	A. Ashley Steven B. Madison Poage
VI.       Action Items              A. Personnel              B. Resolution Authorizing the Redemption of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2012, Dated May 1, 2012, and Levying a Tax for Fiscal Year 2021-22 for the Redemption of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2012, Dated May 1, 2012               C. Approve South Tama School Budget FY2022                D. Approve South Tama School Calendar 2021-2022                  E. Approve AEA Purchasing Cooperative Program Agreement for 2021-2022                 F. Approve Addition of Two Teaching Staff for 2021-2022 School Year Using CARES/ESSER funds.               G. Approve Summer College Credit Program with Iowa Valley Community College for Summer 2021               H. Approve Extension for Halverson Photography School Contract for One Year	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith/Mary Boege C. Jared Smith/Mary Boege D. Jared Smith E. Jared Smith/Mary Boege F. Jared Smith G. Jared Smith H. Jared Smith
VII.      Discussion              A. Middle School Shelter House              B. Middle School Construction Update              C. Plans for 5th-8th Grade for 2021-2022               D. Allocation of CARES Money               E. Facility Repairs for Baseball & Softball In-field	Full Board A. Steve McAdoo B. Steve McAdoo C. Ben Adams D. Jared Smith E. Anthony Jahr/Jared Smith
VIII.    Adjournment	Full Board

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*Work Session: Bond Referendum Update by Invision representatives, Laura Peterson and Brad Leeper, immediately following.

 

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session - April 19, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: April 5th, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: May 3rd, 2021 (spec)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)           A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions           B. Bills           C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI. PIE Plaque Presentation to Wieting Theatre	Lori Baier
VII. Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Approve an Overnight Senior Band/Choir Trip to Chicago        C. Approve New Scoreboards for the High School Gym & Baseball/Softball Fields        D. Approve Additional Asst. Boys Golf Coach Position for Current 2021 Season        E. Approve Demolition or Repair of Middle School Shelter House        F. Approve the Senior Year Plus Program through IVCCD for 2021-2022        G. Approve Costs of Painting Middle School Interior        H. Approve FY20 Audit	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Anthony Jahr C. Anthony Jahr D. Anthony Jahr E. Steve McAdoo F. Jared Smith G. Steve McAdoo/Jared Smith H. Mary Boege
VIII. Discussion         A. COVID Updates	Full Board A. Jared Smith
X.         Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Special Session   May 3, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: April 19, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: May 17, 2021 (reg)

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

V. School Board Recognition	Jared Smith
VI. Curriculum Presentations       A. Readtopia       B. Really Great Reading       C. Dave Ramsey	A. Amy Wade B. Kristee McGrew C. Chris Quigley
VII.       Action Items         A. Personnel         B. Approve Permission to Publish the Budget Amendment and Set a Public Hearing for May 17th         C. Approve the Purchase Agreement Amendments for Conveyance of School Owned Real Property           D. Approve the Black Top Services Bid for Middle School Playground Area          E. Approve the Kluesner Crack Leveling Bid for the Elementary South Parking Lot          F. Approve the Black Top Services Bid for the Administration Office Parking Lot          G. Approve the Replacement and Purchase of a Chair Lift for the Middle School Gym	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Mary Boege C. Jared Smith D. Steve McAdoo E. Steve McAdoo F. Steve McAdoo G. Steve McAdoo
VIII.      Discussion           A. Summer Board Meeting Schedule	Full Board A. Jared Smith
IX.    Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Public Hearing & Regular Session May 17th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: May 3rd, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: June 7th, 2021 (reg)

 

Public Hearing

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing:           A. Budget Amendment for 2020-2021
V. Adjournment

*The Regular Session will immediately follow the Public Hearing.

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Regular Session

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)       A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions       B. Bills       C. Financial Statement       D. Early Grad Request - N.L., J.D., & M.K.
V. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI. Action Items         A. Personnel         B. Approve 21-22 Athletic Trainer Contract with Select Physical Therapy         C. Approve Hosting Thespian Leadership Day at High School (Aug. 7th, 2021)         D. Approve Dance Team as Activity         E. Approve Baseball and Softball Sharing Agreement with Meskwaki Schools for 20-21 Season          F. Approve 21-22 iJag Continuation Contract for 11th & 12th Graders          G. Approve Purchase of New Mower for Maintenance	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Anthony Jahr C. Dixie Forcht D. Anthony Jahr E. Anthony Jahr F. Jared Smith G. Steve McAdoo
VII. Discussion          A. Summary of ESSER Guidelines and Expenditures          B. 21-22 Math Curriculum Adoption          C. Summer COVID Policies          D. 21-22 WaMaC Ticket Price Update	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Shauna Smith C. Anthony Jahr D. Anthony Jahr
VIII. Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   June 7th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: May 17, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: July 12, 2021 (reg)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Mary Boege, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)             A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions             B. Bills             C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

 

VI. STC High School Graduating Seniors Pursuing Education Recognition	Jared Smith
VII.       Action Items                  A. Personnel                  B. Appoint Randy Denham as Board Secretary effective July 1st, 2021                  C. Remove Mary Boege and Add Randy Denham as Board Secretary on STC Bank Accounts Held at State Bank of Toledo and Lincoln Savings Bank                  D. Approve Math Curriculum Adoption for 2021-2022                  E. Approve Tanager Place Contract for 2021-2022                  F. Approve Purchase of Three New Buses	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Mary Boege C. Mary Boege D. Shauna Smith E. Jared Smith F. Steve Chyma
VIII.      Discussion                   A. Special Session Request Week of July 5 - July 9 to Approve Handbooks	Full Board A. Jared Smith
IX.    Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   July 8th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: June 7, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: August 2, 2021 (reg)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)          A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions              B. Bills              C. Financial Statement              D. Early Grad Request - N.A.
V. Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI. STC 50th Reunion Class Project	Class of 1971 Representatives
VII.       Action Items          A. Personnel              B. Approve Bread Bid for 21-22              C. Approve Purchase of a New Pressure Washer for Transportation              D. Approve Purchase of rSchoolToday Facilities Scheduler for 21-22              E. Approve Policy 904.10- Use of Buildings & Facilities Updates for 21-22              F. Approve Elementary Facilities Repairs              G. Approve Purchase of Camera Systems for MS & Partnership Center              H. Approve Certified Staff Handbook 21-22               I. Approve Classified Staff Handbook 21-22              J. Approve Substitute Staff Handbook 21-22              K. Approve Health Items to Add to Student Handbooks 21-22              L. Approve Preschool Handbook 21-22              M. Approve Elementary Student Handbook 21-22              N. Approve Middle School Student Handbook 21-22              O. Approve High School Student Handbook 21-22              P. Approve Activities Handbook 21-22	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Steve Chyma D. Anthony Jahr / Scott Bolen / Jared Smith E. Anthony Jahr / Scott Bolen / Jared Smith F. Steve McAdoo G. Steve McAdoo H. Jared Smith I. Jared Smith J. Jared Smith K. Jared Smith L. Brad Schweppe/ Kris Collins / Jared Smith M. Brad Schweppe/ Kris Collins / Jared Smith N. Ben Adams / Jared Smith O. Mark Groteluschen / Jared Smith P. Anthony Jahr / Scott Bolen / Jared Smith
VIII.      Discussion               A. South Tama Activities Superintendent’s Annual Report               B. Stop Signs/Stop Lights on Hwy 63               C. Board Meeting Location for August 2 Meeting/2021-2022	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith
IX.    Adjournment	Full Board

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   August 2nd, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the STC Middle School Library The Board Meeting will be held at the STC Middle School Library for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 201 S. Green St., Toledo, IA 52342	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: July 8, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: August 16, 2021 (spec)

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Work Session Agenda

 

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Work Session: Bond Referendum Update by Invision Representatives	Laura Peterson, Brad Leeper,  & Ryan Ellsworth

 

**Regular Session to Follow**

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Regular Session Agenda

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)               A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions               B. Bills
V. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. PIE Plaque Presentation -  Shanahan Family Chiropractic	Vanessa Rivera
VII. Action Items          A. Personnel          B. Approve 403b Roth Agreement for 21-22          C. Approve Lincoln Savings Bank & State Bank of Toledo as District’s  Depositories for 21-22          D. Approve Tama-Toledo News Chronicle as District’s Official Publication Source for 21-22          E. Approve HS Volleyball Overnight Trip to Central College Camp           F. Approve Cell Phone Policy 502.08 Updates - First Reading          G. Approve High School Student Handbook 21-22           H. Approve Elementary Staff Handbook 21-22           I. Approve Middle School Staff Handbook 21-22          J. Approve High School Staff Handbook 21-22          K. Approve Staff Mentor Handbook 21-22          L. Approve TLC Leadership Handbook	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Randy Denham C. Jared Smith / Randy Denham   D. Jared Smith   E. Anthony Jahr F. Jared Smith G. Mark Groteluschen / Anthony Jahr / Jared Smith H. Brad Schweppe / Kris Collins / Jared Smith I. Ben Adams / Scott Bolen / Jared Smith J. Mark Groteluschen / Anthony Jahr / Jared Smith K. Jon Huebner / Jared Smith L. Jon Huebner / Jared Smith
VIII.      Discussion                  A. Middle School Lockers	Full Board Ben Adams / Scott Bolen / Jared Smith
IX.    Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   August 16th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: August 2, 2021 (spec)	Next Meeting: September (TBD) (spec)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)          A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions          B. Bills          C. Financial Statement
V. Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI.       Action Items                  A. Personnel                  B. Approve 21-22 Student Teaching Agreement with Grinnell College                   C. Select A Communications Firm to Assist with Middle School Project                  D. Approve Custodial Costs for Facilities Rental                  E. Approve Agreement with Satchel Pulse for Culture Climate Consulting using ESSER Funds                  F. Approve 2021-2022 School Calendar Update	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith D. Anthony Jahr / Jared Smith E. Randy Denham / Jared Smith F. Jared Smith
VII.      Discussion                   A. Upcoming Board Meeting Dates                   B. Monthly Financial Report Options                   C. Finance Work Session Date with MS Task Force Committee	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Randy Denham / Jared Smith C. Jared Smith
VIII.    Adjournment	Full Board

 

STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   August 30th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: August 16, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: September 20, 2021 (reg)

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Finance Work Session

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Finance Work Session with Travis Squires and Randy Denham

*Regular Session to follow*

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Regular Session

Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)        A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions        B. Bills        C. Early Grad Request - T.H., E.P., & A.R.
V. Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

VI. Middle School Project Communications Company Presentations	Rod Wright - Creative Entourage Jerry Gallagher - Donovan Group
VII. Student Council Updates	Emily Chyma / Student Council Members
VIII.       Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Approve Middle School Project - Communications Company       C. Approve the Write to Learn Agreement and Costs Associated for 21-22       D. Approve Resolution for Setting Public Hearing for Sale of Property       E. Approve School District Credit Card/Bank Depository       F. Approve Consulting Agreement with Mark Becker & Associates       G. Approve Ahlers & Cooney as Legal Counsel for District	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith C. Jared Smith / Sam Peska D. Randy Denham / Jared Smith E. Randy Denham F. Randy Denham G. Jared Smith / Randy Denham
IX.      Discussion       A. Future Consent Agendas        B. Iowa Association of School Board (IASB) 2022 District’s Legislative Priorities	Full Board A. Jared Smith / Randy Denham B. Jared Smith / Randy Denham
X.    Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   September 20th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA  52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: August 30, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: October 4, 2021 (reg)

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Public Hearing

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Public Hearing          A. Proposed Conveyance of School Owned Real Property
V. Adjournment

 

**Regular Meeting will immediately follow the Public Hearing**

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Regular Meeting

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)       A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions        B. Bills        C. Financial Statement
V.         Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI.       Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Approve 2021-2022 HS Activity Dept. Fundraisers       C. Approve Student Teaching and Student Clinical Experience Agreement with William Penn University       D. Approve IASB Legislative Priorities for 2021-2022       E. Approve Conveyance of School Owned Property located at 806 State Street, Tama, IA       F. Appointment of Student Abuse Level 1 Investigators       G. Decide Mask Proceedings for STC Per Mask Mandate	Full Board       A. Jared Smith       B. Jared Smith       C. Jared Smith       D. Jared Smith       E. Randy Denham / Jared Smith       F. Jared Smith       G. Jared Smith
VII.      Discussion      A. Consent Agenda Discussion      B. Communications Updates - MS Project	Full Board       A. Randy Denham       B. Jared Smith
VIII.    Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   October 4, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA 52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: September 20, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: October 18, 2021 (reg)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)        A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions        B. Bills        C. Approval of Reinig Rental Agreement for Nov. 9, 2021 Middle School Meeting         D. Authorize Board President and/or Superintendent to Issue and Approve Special Education Contracts and Open Enrollment Applications         E. Approve Contract with Kirkwood Community College for Special Ed Transitional 4+ Services          F. Approve Cooperative Agreement for Field Placement with University of Iowa for 2021-2023
V. Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI.       Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Approve ESSER Purchases       C. Approve Additional Early Dismissals to Generate Planning Time for Teachers	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Jared Smith / Randy Denham C. Jared Smith
VII.      Discussion      A. COVID Update      B. Review of FY21 Fund Financials      C. Lauderdale Donation	Full Board A. Jared Smith B. Randy Denham C. Randy Denham
VIII.    Adjournment	Full Board

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STC BOARD MEETING AGENDA  Regular Session   October 18th, 2021 - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
At the Elementary The Board Meeting will be held at the Elementary for citizens who plan to attend in person and will limit the number in attendance. Address: 1611 Country Club Dr., Tama, IA  52339	Virtual The meeting can also be accessed in “real time” by any community member by accessing the following link: meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu
Last Meeting: October 4, 2021 (reg)	Next Meeting: November 1, 2021 (reg)

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Agenda	Speaker
I. Call to Order	Penny Tyynismaa, Board President
II. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum	Randy Denham, Board Secretary
III. Adoption of Agenda	Full Board
IV. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)        A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions        B. Bills        C. Financial Statement
V.         Public Comment

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The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

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VI.        Student Council Update	Student Council Members
VII.       Action Items       A. Personnel       B. Approve 2021-2022 STC Activities Overnight Trips        C. Approve Retirement Incentive for 2022 Retirees       D. Approve Donation of Old School Buses to Local Fire Departments for Training       E. Resolution to Approve Opening a Stock Account with the State Bank of Toledo	Full Board       A. Jared Smith       B. Jared Smith       C. Jared Smith / Randy Denham       D. Randy Denham / Steve Chyma       E. Randy Denham
VIII.      Discussion       A. COVID Update       B. 2021 IASB Convention       C. Middle School Task Force Updates	Full Board       A. Jared Smith       B. Jared Smith / Randy Denham       C. Liz Dolezal / Larry Fletcher
IX.    Adjournment	Full Board

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South Tama County Community School District

Board Meeting Agenda

August 7, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on August 7, 2023 at 5:00pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.

 

4:30 - Work Session

1. Administration and School Board Work Session

 

Public Hearing - Bid Package 2

 

Regular Session

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80) Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions July 17, 2023 Bills  Contracts and Interagency Agreements Iowa Valley Summer College Credit Contract

5.  Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

6. Action Items Personnel Consideration of Construction Bids Received  Awarding of Construction Contract Additional Fundraising Request  Safe Track Sales Agreement NWEA Invoice IASB Invoice Tyler Technologies Invoice First Reading - Policy Review 402.02: Required Professional Development for Employees 402.05 (new): Child Abuse Reporting 408.01 FKA 401.04: Licensed Employee Professional Development 601.01: School Calendar Second Reading - Policy Review 104: Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy 104.(R)1: Anti-Bullying/Harassment Policy - Investigation Procedures 200.04: Board Member Social Media Engagement 210.05: Meeting Notice 213: Public Participation in Board Meetings District Depositories for 23-24 District Official Publication Source for 23-24 Level 1 Investigators Phillips Floors Invoice Strengthening Center Invoice

7. Discussion Middle School Update RSAI 2024 Legislative Issues Survey IASB 2024 Legislative priorities Personnel openings as of 8/1/23 Update on Redistricting Maps Superintendent Update

8. Adjournment

 

​

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

 

South Tama County Community School District

Board Work Session Agenda

August 8, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on August 7, 2023 at 5:00pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.

 

Work Session

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Work Session - Lou Ann Gvist from the Iowa Association of School Boards

5. Adjournment

 

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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. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Special Board Meeting Agenda

November 13, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on November 13, 2023 at 8:00 am at the Administration Office, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Iowa 52339.

 

 

Special Session - 8:00 am

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4.  Action Items Change Order Request 011

5. Adjournment

 

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Board Meeting Agenda

November 20, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on November 20, 2023 at 5:00pm at the Elementary School, 1611 Country Club Drive, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at  meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu. 

 

Regular Session - 5:00

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80) Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions November 3, 2023 November 6, 2023 B. Bills and Financials C. Contracts and Interagency Agreements  Gear Up Agreement

5. New PIE Member- Velocity

6.  Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

7. Reports Elementary  Use of data to guide our resources and support to increase student achievement. IASB Board Award

8. Action Items Personnel Gear Up 3.0 Iowa Assistant Coach Jester Insurance AOne Well Field Testing Quote Change Order Threshold for Approving Change Order Requests Drinking Fountains (ESSER) ISG Invoice BHIS Invoice Terracon Invoice Selective Insurance Invoice Elementary Music Stipend Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same. Approval of Tax Exemption Certificate Approval of Continuing Disclosure Certificate Resolution Authorizing the Terms of Issuance and Providing for and Securing the Payment of School Infrastructure Sales, Service and Use Tax Revenue and Refunding Bonds Application to the SBRC for Open Enrollment Out not in Fall 2022 Application to the SBRC for ELL Beyond 5 years First Reading - Policy Review 401.01: Equal Employment Opportunity (FKA 400.01) 401.04: Employee Complaints (FKA 406.01) 408.03: Licensed Employee Tutoring (FKA 402.03) 409.01: Employee Vacation - Holidays (NEW) 409.03: Employee Family and Medical Leave (FKA 405.07) 409.03 E1: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Notice to Employees (FKA 405.07 E1) 409.03 E2: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Request form (new) 409.03 R1: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Regulation (FKA 405.07 R1) 409.03 R2: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Definitions (405.07 R2) 503.01: Student Conduct (FKA 502.01) 503.01 R1: Student Conduct - Regulation (FKA 502.01 R1) 503.02: Expulsion (FKA 502.01 R2) 507.09: Wellness (FKA 701.03) Second Reading - Policy Review 402.03: Abuse of Students by School District Employees (FKA 403.02) 403.04: Hazardous Chemical Disclosure (FKA 405.04) 406.01: Licensed Employee Compensation (New) 503.03: Fines-Fees-Charges (FKA 506.01) 507.09 R1: Wellness Regulation (FKA 701.03 R1) 507.09 E1 : Alliance for a Healthier Generation Model Wellness Policy (NEW) 605.06: Internet - Appropriate Use (FKA 605.07) 605.06 R1: Internet Appropriate Use - Regulation (NEW)

9. Discussion Middle School Update Superintendent Update

10. Adjournment

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Board Meeting Agenda

December 4, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 4, 2023 at 5:00pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu. 

 

Retiring Board Regular Session Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80) Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions November 13, 2023 Special Meeting November 20, 2023 B. Bills  C. Contracts and Interagency Agreements  Kay Chapman Agreement Engagement Letter             D. Early Graduation Request A.B. (Jan. 2024)

5. Action Items Election Results BHIS Invoice Second Reading - Policy Review 401.01: Equal Employment Opportunity (FKA 400.01) 401.04: Employee Complaints (FKA 406.01) 408.03: Licensed Employee Tutoring (FKA 402.03) 409.01: Employee Vacation - Holidays (NEW) 409.03: Employee Family and Medical Leave (FKA 405.07) 409.03 E1: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Notice to Employees (FKA 405.07 E1) 409.03 E2: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Request form (new) 409.03 R1: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Regulation (FKA 405.07 R1) 409.03 R2: Employee Family and Medical Leave - Definitions (405.07 R2) 503.01: Student Conduct (FKA 502.01) 503.01 R1: Student Conduct - Regulation (FKA 502.01 R1) 503.02: Expulsion (FKA 502.01 R2) 507.09: Wellness (FKA 701.03)

6. Board Appreciation

7. Adjournment of the retiring board

 

New Board Reorganizational Meeting Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Adoption of Agenda

3. Election of President and Vice President and Oath of Office

4. President Assumes Chair of the Meeting

5. Bank Account Authorization

6.  Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

7. Reports Boys State Cross Country

8. Action Items Personnel Wrestling Mat Quote Wrestling Mat Installation Quote School Pictures RFP Halverson Photography letter TFD Photography letter Vocational Ag Position Change Order 005 Kay L Chapman, CPA PC Invoice Threshold for Approving Change Order Requests Consideration of next Board meeting date of 1/2/24 to 1/3/24 First Reading - Policy Review 204: Code of Ethics (FKA 200.01) 303.05: Administrator Duties (new) 305: Administrator Code of Ethics (new) 401.02: Employee Conflict of Interest (FKA 402.09) 404: Employee Conduct and Appearance (FKA 402.01) 701.01: Depository Funds (new) 704.02: Debt Management (new) 704.03: Investments (new) 704.05: Student Activities Fund (FKA 802.03) 705.01: Purchasing - Bidding (new) 705.04: Expenditures for a Public Purpose (FKA 804.07)

9. Discussion PPEL Certified Budget Calendar/Timeline ISJIT Investing Portfolio Valued Engineering Discussion with Larry DeVries, DeVries Electric Student Discipline Update 22-23 23-24 Middle School Update Superintendent Update

10. Adjournment

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

South Tama County Community School District

Special Board Meeting Agenda

December 6, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 6, 2023 at 7:30 am at the Administration Building, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Ia 52339.

 

Special Session - 7:30 am

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4.  Action Items Wrestling Mat and installation Flush Valves  Faucets Restroom Dryers Valued Engineering Wiring (aluminum vs copper) 2 Doors Sheetrock for Bathroom & storage area Sheetrock in west rooms (ground & 1st floor)

5. Adjournment

 

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Special Board Meeting Agenda

December 7, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 7, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Administration Building, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Ia 52339.

 

 

Special Session - 4:00 pm

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4.  Action Items Quote for Propylene Glycol

5. Adjournment

 

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

 

South Tama County Community School District

Board Meeting Agenda

December 18, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 18, 2023 at 5:00pm at the Middle School, 201 S Green Street, Toledo, Ia 52342, Room 106, or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu. 

Board Regular Session Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80) Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions December 4, 2023 December 6, 2023 Special Meeting December 7, 2023 Special Meeting B. Bills and financials C. Contracts and Interagency Agreements  Street Smart Drivers Education Contract             D. Early Graduation Request L.K. D.D.

5. Public Comment The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public. 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 two 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.

 

6. Reports Middle School to present MS Math: Courses, Curriculum, MTSS Middle School Update with ISG SIAC Report & Slide Show

7. Action Items Personnel Bus Tire Quotes Goodyear Eastern Iowa Tire Pay App 03 ISG Invoice Terracon Invoice  UCS Quote Garling Change Order Request 0017 Wrestling Mat Quotes Dollamur Resilite EZ Flex Summary Wrestling Mat Installation Quote Wellness Agency Fund Investments Bank Limits First Reading - Policy Review 404-R1: Employee Conduct and Appearance - Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics Regulation (new) 404-R2: Employee Conduct and Appearance - Code of Rights and Responsibilities Regulation (new) 405.01: Licensed Employee Defined (new) 405.02: Licensed Employee Qualifications, Recruitment, Selection (FKA 401.03) 405.08: Licensed Employee Evaluation (new) 407.05: Licensed Employee Reduction in Force (new) 413.05: Classified Employee Reduction in Force (new) 501.03: Compulsory Attendance (FKA 501.01) 503.08 R1: Discipline of Students Who Make Threats of Violence or Cause Incidents of Violence- Student Threats of Violence and Incidents of Violence 505.08: Parent and Family Engagement District-Wide Policy (Formerly Parental Involvement) (revised) 505.08 R1: Parent and Family Engagement District-Wide Policy (Formerly Parental Involvement) - Building-Level Regulation (revised) 704.07: Sale of Bonds (FKA 804.05) 705.01-R1: Purchasing - Bidding - Suspension and Debarment of Vendors and Contracts Procedure (new) 705.04-R1: Expenditures for a Public Purpose - Use of Public Fund Regulation (new) 707.04: Audit (FKA 804.04) 707.05-R1: Internal Controls - Procedures (new) Second Reading - Policy Review 204: Code of Ethics (FKA 200.01) 303.05: Administrator Duties (new) 305: Administrator Code of Ethics (new) 401.02: Employee Conflict of Interest (FKA 402.09) 404: Employee Conduct and Appearance (FKA 402.01) 701.01: Depository Funds (new) 704.02: Debt Management (new) 704.03: Investments (new) 704.05: Student Activities Fund (FKA 802.03) 705.01: Purchasing - Bidding (new) 705.04: Expenditures for a Public Purpose (FKA 804.07)     O.  Third Reading 503.08: Discipline Policy

8. Discussion 5 Year Facility Plan Certified Budget Timeline Better Boardsmanship Activity Superintendent Update

9. Adjournment

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Special Board Meeting Agenda

December 21, 2023

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on December 21, 2023 at 7:45 a.m. at the Administration Building, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Ia 52339.

                       

 

Special Session - 7:45 am

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4.  Action Items Grouting Precast Options Option A: Total $18,347.00 Option B: Total $7,833.00 Option C: Total $0.00

5. Adjournment

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District Board Meeting Agenda
January 3, 2024

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on January 3, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Partnership Center, 215 W 9th Street, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu.

Regular Session - 5:00

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum 3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80)
A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions

a. December 18,2023

b. December 21,2023

B. Bills

C. Contracts and Interagency Agreements 1. -

5. Public Comment

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

6. Reports
1. HeatherGouldCentralRiversAEA
2. Financials - Travis Squires (Piper Sandler)
3. SamPeska&semesterPHSGraduates
4. TeacherLeadershipandCompensationPresentation(TLC)

7. Action Items

1. Personnel

2. Letter of Advocacy to support the AEA

3. Michelle Schroeder - Archery Club

4. Ahlers & Cooney Invoice

5. Change Order Request 020

6. SBRC Application for At-Risk/Dropout Prevention

7. Dorsey Invoice

8. Early Retirement Applicants

9. First Reading - Policy Review

   • ○  102 E1: Equal Educational Opportunity - Annual Notice of Nondiscrimination (revised)

   • ○  402.03: Abuse of Students by School District Employees (FKA 403.02)

10. Second Reading - Policy Review

Part A. (These will need a third reading.)

• ○  407.05: Licensed Employee Reduction in Force (new)

• ○  413.05: Classified Employee Reduction in Force (new)

• ○  501.03: Compulsory Attendance (FKA 501.01)

• ○  503.08 R1: Discipline of Students Who Make Threats of Violence or Cause Incidents of Violence- Student Threats of Violence and Incidents of Violence (new)

• ○  505.08: Parent and Family Engagement District-Wide Policy (Formerly Parental Involvement) (revised)

• ○  705.04-R1: Expenditures for a Public Purpose - Use of Public Fund Regulation (new)

• ○  707.05-R1: Internal Controls - Procedures (new)

  Part B. (Final reading)

• ○  404-R1: Employee Conduct and Appearance - Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics Regulation (new)

• ○  404-R2: Employee Conduct and Appearance - Code of Rights and Responsibilities Regulation (new)

• ○  405.01: Licensed Employee Defined (new)

• ○  405.02: Licensed Employee Qualifications, Recruitment, Selection

  (FKA 401.03)

• ○  405.08: Licensed Employee Evaluation (new)

• ○  505.08 R1: Parent and Family Engagement District-Wide Policy

  (Formerly Parental Involvement) - Building-Level Regulation

  (revised)

• ○  704.07: Sale of Bonds (FKA 804.05)

• ○  704.03: Investments (new) (Third Reading)

• ○  705.01-R1: Purchasing - Bidding - Suspension and Debarment of

  Vendors and Contracts Procedure (new)

• ○  707.04: Audit (FKA 804.04)

  8. Discussion

A.  Voted PPEL
Physical Plant & Equipment Levy State VPPEL MAP
State Property Tax
2024 PPEL Dates

B. Middle School Update
C. Better Boardsmanship Activity 

D. Superintendent Update

9. Adjournment

10. Closed Session pursuant 21.5(1)(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.

11. Adjournment

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business
3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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’sequity coordinator, Samantha Peska, Curriculum Director, 1702 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 ph. 641-484-4811 or email: speska@s-tama.k12.ia.us.

South Tama County Community School District

Special Board Meeting Agenda

Work Session

January 10, 2024

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a special board meeting & work session on January 10, 2024 beginning at 4:45 pm at the City of Tama Civic Center, 305 Siegel Street, Tama, Iowa 52339. LOCATION CHANGE: ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 1702 Harding Street, Tama, Ia 52339.

Special Session - 4:45 pm

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4.  Action Items PPEL

5. Adjournment

6. Work Session INspired Leadership Board Training with AEA

 

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.

 

South Tama County Community School District

Board Meeting Agenda

January 15, 2024

 

The Board of Education of the South Tama County Community School District will hold a board meeting on January 15, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the High School, 1715 Harding Street, Tama, Ia 52339 or virtually at Board Meeting meet.google.com/cmp-hzbw-idu. 

 

Regular Session - 5:00

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum

3. Adoption of Agenda

4. Consent Agenda (Policy 204.80) Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings/Work Sessions January 3, 2024 - Regular Meeting January 10, 2024 - Board Work Session B. Bills and Finances C. Contracts and Interagency Agreements  Scanlan Center Agreement

5.  Public Comment

 

The next item on our agenda is Open Forum. This time is set aside for the Board to hear comments from the public.

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 two 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.

6. Reports High School  Student Council Internship program Gallery of art work Budget Overview

7. Action Items Personnel Voted PPEL Resolution PPEL Proposals Donovan Group Proposal & ISG Proposal Pay Application 004 ISG Invoice Terracon Invoice Appoint STC School Board Representative for Tama County Second Reading - Policy Review 102 E1: Equal Educational Opportunity - Annual Notice of Nondiscrimination (revised) 402.03: Abuse of Students by School District Employees (FKA 403.02) Third Reading - Policy Review 407.05: Licensed Employee Reduction in Force (new) 413.05: Classified Employee Reduction in Force (new) 501.03: Compulsory Attendance (FKA 501.01) 503.08 R1: Discipline of Students Who Make Threats of Violence or Cause Incidents of Violence- Student Threats of Violence and Incidents of Violence (new) 505.08: Parent and Family Engagement District-Wide Policy (Formerly Parental Involvement) (revised) 705.04-R1: Expenditures for a Public Purpose - Use of Public Fund Regulation (new) 707.05-R1: Internal Controls - Procedures (new)

8. Discussion 24 - 25 Budget Restructure Discussion/Timeline Strengthening Center Contract Facilities Update Middle School Update Superintendent Update

9. Adjournment

 

The South Tama County Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service  areas:

1. Agricultural Sciences

2. Business

3. Food and Consumer Sciences

4. 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.