January 23, 2023
The work session and regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Centerville Community School
District was held January 23, 2023 at 5:30 pm in the board room of the Administration Office, 634
North Main, Centerville.  

Work Session

Call to order and roll call
President Kevin Wiskus called the work session to order at 5:30 pm.  Roll call to determine quorum:
   Present:  Mike Moore, Mike Thomas, Bob Thomas, Kris Shondel, Tim Burger, Derek Carter-virtual, Kevin Wiskus
   Absent:  none
Also present were Superintendent Mark Taylor and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Swarts.
Derek Carter began the meeting virtually and entered the boardroom at 6:10 pm.

Welcome Visitors
Kevin Wiskus welcomed visitors.

Public Forum
There were no public comments.

Approve Agenda
It was moved by Bob Thomas and seconded by Mike Moore to approve the agenda as stated.  Motion
passed unanimously.

Work Session

Student Representative
Student Council member Ashlynn Hamilton was present to give a report on student happenings
at Centerville High School.  She reported out on topics such as: current sporting events, the upcoming 
Drama play, Speech, and Student Council blood drive.  

Student Presentations
Robotics Sponsor Kim Mitchell, along with students Ryder Harlan and Grace Archer gave a presentation on the Middle School Robotics program.  They brought along a couple of the robots and spoke about the process of putting one together.  They also shared out on both recent and future competitions.

AJ Russell and Sarah Lewis were present to speak about their involvement with the Girls Wrestling Program.  They spoke about how the program has positively impacted them, upcoming competitions, and their future plans.

Terri Schofield gave a presentation on the new Wilson Reading Program at Lakeview.  She shared a video of teaching methods and shared out how the program has been effective for students.

IASB Convention Takeaways
Kevin Wiskus provided board members with a survey for IASB Convention takeaways.  He asked that 
members fill them out so that the information can be compiled and shared out at a future board meeting.

Summer Retreat Discussion
There was discussion about planning for a summer retreat.  Possible locations within a reasonable distance were discussed as well as the need to start planning possible agenda items.

Financial Report
Lisa Swarts gave a presentation on general fund categorical funding sources as well as upcoming budget 
related dates.

Buildings and Grounds Report
Aaron Beeson reported out on: light fixture replacements, custodial needs at Lakeview, and an update on 
the High School Addition project.

Transportation Department Report
Mike Kincaid reported out on: state bus inspections, purchase of another Traverse, still waiting on bus 
purchased arrival, sports schedules, and process for bus driver certification.

Principal Reports
Principals provided written reports.  In addition, items highlighted during the meeting were: upcoming 
“Donuts with Grownups” activity, “Step It Up” fundraiser, Silver chord awards at Howar, and standards
based grading.

Kris Shondel left the meeting at 7:27 pm and returned at 7:28 pm.

Adjourn
It was moved by Tim Burger and Kris Shondel to adjourn the work session at 7:30 pm.  Motion passed unanimously.
Regular Meeting

Call to order and roll call
President Kevin Wiskus called the work session to order at 7:41 pm.  Roll call to determine quorum:
   Present:  Mike Moore, Mike Thomas, Bob Thomas, Kris Shondel, Tim Burger, Derek Carter, Kevin Wiskus
   Absent:  none
Also present were Superintendent Mark Taylor and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Swarts.

Approve Agenda
It was moved by Derek Carter and seconded by Mike Moore to approve the agenda.  Motion passed 
unanimously.

Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code section 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.” Roll call

The Board moved into closed session pursuant to Iowa Code section 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.  Roll call:

Ayes:  Mike Moore, Mike Thomas, Bob Thomas, Kris Shondel, Tim Burger, Derek Carter, Kevin Wiskus
Nays:  None
The board moved into closed session at 7:42 pm.
By consensus the board moved back into open session at 8:20 pm.  

Adjourn
It was moved by Derek Carter and seconded by Tim Burger to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:21 pm.  Motion passed unanimously.

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Board President, Kevin Wiskus				 Board Secretary, Lisa Swarts