TRITON ISD NO. 2125 – SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES
REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 12, 2023 – 6:00 P.M.
TRITON HIGH SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER – DODGE CENTER, MN & ZOOM VIDEO
CONFERENCING
-Meeting Proceedings-
Chair Lloyd Henslin, Jr. called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Those members present: Wendy Kenworthy, Rebecca Knutson, Duane Bartel, Lloyd Henslin, Jr. and Jim Jensen; absent: Dale Jensen and Brian Ginder. Also present: Superintendent Craig Schlichting, Principal Luke Lutterman, Principal Shane Van Beek, MS Dean of Students Tricia Johnson, A.D. Corey Black, Community Education Director Kristy Faber, Business Manager Aimee Lake, Tina Kozisek, 1 visitor and 0 visitors present via Zoom.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
J. Jensen/Kenworthy motioned to approve the revised agenda with the addition to item 6.7 Approve Extra-Curricular Contract for Beth Hammitt as Head Girls Basketball Coach. Motion carried unanimously.
Andrew Wotherspoon and Marcia Pitzenberger were recognized and congratulated as the Cobra Pride honorees this month.
Knutson/Bartel motioned to approve the consent agenda including the May 15, 2023 regular meeting minutes as presented; budget update; claims and bills; treasurer’s report; donations, open enrollment agreements for students #061223A, #061223B, and #061223C; contracts for Katie Nold as TMS Special Education Teacher, Kallen Knott as Elementary School Counselor, Ellie Siewert as TMS/THS Art Teacher, and Cole Rollins as Elementary Teacher; extra-curricular contract for Beth Hammitt as Head Girls Basketball Coach; resignations for Caitlin Jirele as TMS Special Education Teacher effective June 2, 2023, Jeffrey Runnells as Assistant Grounds & Transportation Supervisor effective June 4, 2023, Haylee Sawyer as Childcare Assistant effective May 31, 2023, Korrena Wyro as Childcare Assistant effective May 23, 2023, Edith Acosta as Bilingual Liasion/Paraprofessional effective June 2, 2023, Jessica Mealy as Title 1 Paraprofessional effective June 1, 2023, Mike Bradford as Custodian effective June 1, 2023, Bradley Spitzack as Bus Driver effective June 2, 2023, Emily Fischenich as Head Softball Coach, and resignation/retirement for David Livingston as Bus Driver effective June 4, 2023. Motion carried unanimously.
Pete Henslin was present to discuss the school insurance policies.
Knutson/Bartel motioned to approve the insurance proposals. Motion carried unanimously.
J. Jensen/Henslin motioned to approve the FFA Officer Overnight Retreat July 25-27, 2023. Motion carried unanimously.
Business Manager Aimee Lake reviewed the preliminary budget for 2023-2024.
Bartel/Knutson motioned to approve the preliminary budget for 2023-2024. Motion carried unanimously.
Kenworthy/Knutson motioned to approve Resolution Certifying the Population Estimate for the 2023 Payable 2024 Levy. Voting in favor: J. Jensen, Henslin, Bartel, Knutson, and Kenworthy. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
Kenworthy/J. Jensen motioned to approve the 2023-2024 Resolution for Membership in the MN State High School League. Voting in favor: Bartel, Kenworthy, J. Jensen, Henslin and Knutson. Voting against: none. Motion carried unanimously.
J. Jensen/Kenworthy motioned to approve the MSBA Association Dues and Policy Services Renewal Dues for 2023-2024. Motion carried unanimously.
J. Jensen/Bartel motioned to approve the MREA Membership Renewal for fiscal year 2023-2024. Motion carried unanimously.
Enrollments were presented for 4th quarter.
Policy updates were discussed.
Chair Henslin gave a ZED report on contract negotiations and the progress on the joint powers agreement.
A.D. Corey Black reported on sports year end, State Track, fall sports eligibility, and Homecoming planning.
Principal Shane Van Beek reported on the Wax Museum, Air Insanity-sponsored by TEAM, gaga pits, and a local librarian visit to promote summer reading programs.
MS Dean of Students Tricia Johnson reported on 8th grade recognition, TEAM ice cream social, WEB orientation 9/5, and changes to homeroom for 2023-2024.
Principal Luke Lutterman reported on ending the school year, senior playground picture, principal’s award recipient, graduation, proposed changes to flex Fridays, and parent surveys for graduation changes.
Superintendent Schlichting reported the principals have been working with the District Achievement Team planning goal setting options for professional development during the late start days.
Superintendent Schlichting reported that both certified and non-certified groups were ready to begin negotiations and confirmed the August 2 study session.
Bartel/Knutson motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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School District Clerk
