November 20, 2024 Meeting Minutes
Board of Education Business Meeting School District of Clayton November 20, 2024 Meeting Minutes Members Present: Ms. Stacy Siwak –President Ms. Kim Hurst –Vice President Ms. Chris Win –Secretary Mr. Jason Growe –Treasurer Mr. Leo Human – Director Dr. Pamela Lyss-Lerman – Director Mr. Ben Beinfeld - Director Non-Voting Attendees: Dr. Nisha Patel – Superintendent Dr. Milena Garganigo – Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Dr. Kelly Sollberger – Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Dr. Cameron Poole – Chief Officer of Equity, Inclusion & Accountability John Brazeal, Chief Financial Officer Jeff Puls – Chief Communications Officer Lucia Lerena – 2024/25 Student Representative to the Board Heike Janis – Executive Assistant to Superintendent/Board of Education 1. Board of Education Business Meeting – 7:00 p.m. Information: 1.01 Adequate Notice/Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Adequate notice was provided. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda Adopt the agenda as posted. Motion by Chris Win, second by Kim Hurst. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Chris Win, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human 2. Oath of Office Information: 2.01 New Board Member – Oath of Office Benjamin (Ben) Beinfeld took the Oath of Office for the remainder of the 2025 term that was vacated by Gary Pierson. 3. Recognizing Our Own Information: 3.01 Recognition – Jim Brennell, Jim Chapman, and Mike Kaiser The Board of Education recognized Jim Brennell, Jim Chapman, and Mike Kaiser for their daily support to the students and staff of the district. 4. Public Comments Information: 4.01 Public Participation at Board Meetings Jena Schaumburg, Parent, addressed the Board of Education regarding cell phones and the cohesive work of the Board. Public Comment received from Robin Leonard was read by Jeff Puls, Chief Technology Officer. The comment addressed the College and Career Readiness presentation on the meeting agenda. Board of Education Meeting November 20, 2024 Page 2 5. Superintendent Communications Information: 5.01 Superintendent Communications Dr. Nisha Patel, Superintendent, provided an update to the board members and the community. 6. Student Representative to the Board Information: 6.01 Student Representative to the Board of Education - Update Lucia Lerena, student representative to the Board of Education, shared information with the Board of Education and the community regarding communications with students across the district. 7. Presentations Information: 7.01 Goal 3 of Strategic Plan Update – College and Career - CHS Dr. Cameron Poole, Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Carolyn Blair, CHS Counseling Department Chair, and counselors Tobi Smith and Jocelyn Cole shared information with the members of the Board regarding the programs and services available to students and parents. Information: 7.02 Presentation by Paragon Architecture – Consultant for Long Range Facilities Master Plan Brad Erwin, Paragon Architecture, provided an update to the Board of Education and the community. 8. Discussion Information: 8.01 Professional Survey Writer At the October 30, 2024 Board meeting, Dr. Pam Lyss-Lerman made a motion to add a discussion item on the agenda. The Board members discussed the option of partnering with a professional survey writer for district surveys if the administration wants a consultant to assist. 9. Action Items Action: 9.01 Second Reading – Policy EHBA: Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices for Instructional Purposes A motion was made by Chris Win, second by Kim Hurst, to Adopt Policy EHBA: Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices for Instructional Purposes with the recommended changes. After discussion, a motion was made by Stacy Siwak, seconded by Jason Growe, to amend the motion with the following changes: The second sentence should read: “An objective of this policy is to foster a learning environment which minimizes distractions from personal electronic devices and encourages instructional time free from personal cellphones.” In addition, add the following sentence at the end of the first paragraph: “The Board of Education will be informed of any significant changes in building level practices around personal electronic devices.” The votes for the amendment were as follows: Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld No: Chris Win A motion was made by Stacy Siwak, seconded by Kim Hurst, to adopt Policy EHBA: Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices for Instructional Purposes with the amendment included. The votes were as follows: Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld No: Chris Win Action: 9.02 Second Reading – Regulation JG-R1: Student Discipline Adopt Regulation JG-R1: Student Discipline with the recommended changes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Chris Win, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld Board of Education Meeting November 20, 2024 Page 3 Action: 9.03 Second Reading – Policy IGA: Basic Instructional Programs Adopt Policy IGA: Basic Instructional Programs with the recommended changes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Chris Win, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld 10. Consent Agenda Action: 10.01 Consent Agenda Items 10.02 through 10.06 Motion to approve consent agenda items 9.02 through 9.08. Motion by Chris Win, second by Kim Hurst. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Chris Win, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld 10.02 HVAC Filter Service 10.03 October 2024 Financial Reporting 10.06 October 2024 Disbursement Report 10.07 Personnel 10.08 Minutes 11. Board Communications Information: 11.01 Board Committee, Community and Liaison Reports Mr. Leo Human shared information from the Clayton Education Foundation. Mr. Leo Human and Mr. Jason Growe shared an update from the CRSWC meeting. Ms. Stacy Siwak shared highlights from the Teaching & Learning Advisory Council. Ms. Siwak shared with the board members and the community about the CCBA (Condo Association) meeting that Jason Growe, Kim Hurst, John Brazeal, Nisha Patel, and Stacy Siwak attended. Mr. Jason Growe updated the Board members regarding the Financial Advisory Committee meeting. Dr. Pam Lyss-Lerman spoke of the event "Half the Story" and about the creator Larissa May, that the All-In Coalition and Wellness Center hosted via Zoom. Ms. Stacy Siwak reminded the members of the Board about the St Louis School Boards PLC that is scheduled for December 7, 2024. The topic will be Safety & Security. 11. Adjournment Action, Procedural: 11.01 Adjournment to Executive Session That the Board of Education adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 p.m. Motion by Chris Win, second by Kimberly Hurst. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kimberly Hurst, Stacy Siwak, Chris Win, Jason Growe, Pam Lyss-Lerman, Leo Human, Ben Beinfeld Stacy Siwak, Board President Chris Win, Board Secretary Date: November 20, 2024