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Board Minutes March 28, 2016 Page 1 of 1 Item I. The Board met in a special session Monday, March 28, 2016, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were Kenny Bonham, Jerry King, Ivan “Bud” Phillips, Jerry Carlton, and Peggy James. Dianna Raye Sturtz and John Bailey were absent. Bud Phillips, President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. Alma Settles was also present. Item II. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent presented folders that contained information about the violations of Student Code of Conduct for Student # 1 and Student # 2. Item III. Dianna Raye Sturtz arrived at 5:04 p.m. and did not leave. Dr. Summers presented a folder containing the information to Dianna Raye Sturtz. Item IV. Student # 1 nor Student # 1 parents were present. Student # 2 and Student # 2 parents were present. Bud Phillips, President, explained to Student # 2 and Student # 2 parents their rights. Item V. The evidence and regulations were read and reviewed by the Board. Parents were given time to present their statements. Item VI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to expel Student # 1 for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:12 p.m. Item VII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to expel Student # 2 for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:14 p.m. Item VIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:15 p.m. __________________________________ _____________________________ Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton President Secretary

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Board Minutes March 28, 2016 Page 1 of 1 Item I. The Board met in a special session Monday, March 28, 2016, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were Kenny Bonham, Jerry King, Ivan “Bud” Phillips, Jerry Carlton, and Peggy James. Dianna Raye Sturtz and John Bailey were absent. Bud Phillips, President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. Alma Settles was also present. Item II. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent presented folders that contained information about the violations of Student Code of Conduct for Student # 1 and Student # 2. Item III. Dianna Raye Sturtz arrived at 5:04 p.m. and did not leave. Dr. Summers presented a folder containing the information to Dianna Raye Sturtz. Item IV. Student # 1 nor Student # 1 parents were present. Student # 2 and Student # 2 parents were present. Bud Phillips, President, explained to Student # 2 and Student # 2 parents their rights. Item V. The evidence and regulations were read and reviewed by the Board. Parents were given time to present their statements. Item VI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to expel Student # 1 for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:12 p.m. Item VII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to expel Student # 2 for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:14 p.m. Item VIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:15 p.m. __________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes March 14, 2016 Page 1 of 4 Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, March 14, 2016, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were Kenny Bonham, Dianna Raye Sturtz, Peggy James, Jerry Carlton, and Ivan “Bud Phillips. John Bailey and Jerry King were absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Joe Fancher of Dean Church led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0 at 5:02 p.m. Item IV. Jerry King arrived at 5:03 and did not leave. Item V. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, talked about applying for a Med-TV Grant and sending a Letter of Interest by the March deadline for a Public Charter School that would be county-wide. A date was set for an Expulsion Hearing for Monday, March 28, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The principals shared information about Character Assemblies, testing, enrollment, increasing Preschool numbers, Jr High Quiz Bowl attaining 3rd at State, Sr High Quiz Bowl achieving 3rd at Regionals, Band receiving higher awards than last year, and creating an online enrollment for High School courses. Item VI. Dr. Summers stated the Reliable property closed February 29, 2016, and the District would take possession June 1, 2016; landscaping flower beds were being completed; plans were being made to construct an age appropriate CBI room at Intermediate. Item VII. Keith Kilbourn, Agri Teacher/FFA Sponsor, and students presented information for an Animal Science Lab. Item VIII. The Board entered closed session at 5:32 p.m. per parent request to ask for ruling on recommended disciplinary action administered to their child. Item IX. John Bailey arrived at 5:35 p.m. and did not leave. Item X. The Board returned to open session at 7:04 p.m. Item XI. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James that the disciplinary action dispersed was followed as the policy was written and to uphold said policy as recommended by the administration. Motion carried 6-1 at 7:05 p.m. Jerry King voted no. Item XII. Jerry Carlton left at 7:06 p.m. and did not return.

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Board Minutes March 14, 2016 Page 2 of 4 Item XIII. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by John Bailey to approve the following fundraisers:

• Choir—Selling Cookie Dough

• Shooting Sports—Selling Trash Bags

• Athletic Department—Lift-A-Thon

• Cheer—Elementary Cheer Day

• Cheer—Selling ads for Football Programs

• Cheer—Car Wash/Bake Sale

Motion carried 6-0 at 7:07 p.m. Item XIV. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the 2016-2017 school calendar as presented as recommended by the Licensed and Classified Personnel Committees. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:11 p.m. Item XV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry King to approve the 2014-2015 Legislative Audit as submitted in compliance with A.C.A. § 6-1-101. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:12 p.m. Item XVI. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to continue utilizing the services of Aliza Jones through the Facilities Consortium as per the enclosed agreement for one (1) year beginning July 1, 2016, in the amount of $5,600 plus fringe benefits. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:14 p.m. Item XVII. The following policies were presented for second read:

• 1.14 Meeting Agenda

• 1.16 Duties of Board Disbursing Officer

• 1.17 Nepotism

• 3.6 Licensed Personnel Employee Training

• 3.9/GBRIA—Employee Sick Leave Bank

• 3.11 Licensed Personnel Personal and Professional Leave

• 3.19 Licensed Personnel Employment

• 3.31 Drug Free Workplace - Licensed Personnel

• 3.32 Licensed Personnel Family Medical Leave

• 3.38 Licensed Personnel Responsibilities Governing Bullying

• 3.44 Licensed Personnel Workplace Injuries and Workers' Compensation

• 3.52 Policy Written Code of Conduct for Employees involved in Procurement with Federal Funds

• 3.54 Voluntary Teaching During Planning Period or of More Than the Maximum Number of Students

Per Day

• 3.54F Voluntary Teaching Instead of Preparatory Period and/or Extra Daily Students Contract

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• 4.11 Equal Educational Opportunity

• 4.12 Student Organizations/Equal Access

• 4.30 Suspension from School

• 4.34 Communicable Diseases and Parasites

• 4.37 Emergency Drills

• 4.40 Homeless Students

• 4.45 Smart Core Curriculum and Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2017

• 4.45.1Smart Core Curriculum and Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2018

• 4.47 Possession and Use of Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices

• 4.50 Student Lunch Substitutions

• 4.56. Extracurricular Activities—Secondary Schools

• 4.56.1Extracurricular Activities—Elementary Schools

• 5.2 Planning for Educational Improvement

• 5.11 Digital Learning Courses

• 5.15 Grading

• 6.4 Volunteers**

• 7.5 Purchases and Procurement

• 7.10 Public Use of School Buildings

• 7.11 Use of School Funds for Non-School Related Purposes

• 7.13 Management and Disposal of District Property

• 7.24 Advertising on District Buses**

• 8.5/ GBRIA—Employee Sick Leave Bank

• 8.7 Classified Personnel Personal and Professional Leave

• 8.11 Overtime, Comptime, and Complying with FLSA

• 8.13 Classified Personnel Employment

• 8.23 Classified Personnel Family Medical Leave

• 8.26 Classified Personnel Responsibilities Governing Bullying

• 8.28 Drug Free Workplace - Classified Personnel

• 8.36 Classified Personnel Workplace Injuries and Workers' Compensation

• 8.41 Written Code of Conduct for Employees involved in Procurement with Federal Funds

Item XVIII. The Board entered closed session at 7:19 p.m.

Item XIX. The Board returned to open session at 8:31 p.m.

Item XX. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to accept the

resignation of Patricia Manley, Drama/Speech Teacher, at the end of the 2015-2016 school

year. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:33 p.m.

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Item XXI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to accept the

resignation of Rhonda Hutchins, Director of Instruction and Federal Programs as of June

30, 2016. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:35 p.m.

Item XXII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to renew the

contracts of the Licensed Employees per recommendation list for the 2016-2017 school year.

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:37 p.m.

Item XXIII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry King to renew the

contracts of the Classified Employees per recommendation list for the 2016-2017 school year.

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:38 p.m.

Item XXIV. A motion was made by Bud Phillips and seconded by Jerry King to adjourn.

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:39 p.m.

__________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes February 15, 2016 Page 1 of 4 Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, February 15, 2016, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were John Bailey, Kenny Bonham, Dianna Raye Sturtz, Peggy James, Jerry Carlton, Ivan “Bud” Phillips, and Jerry King. No one was absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Bill Wyatt led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the minutes. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:02 p.m. Item IV. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, presented a letter from Nick Luebbering, a student, requesting to form a high school club named Akoloutheo. Dr. Summers stated the students met the needed criteria to form the club which will be totally student led; the sponsor will play no part in conducting the meetings. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James to approve the high school club, Akolouheo, as presented. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:05 p.m. Item V. Dr. Summers stated that Terry Darnell, High School Principal, was attending the District Basketball Tournament in Flippin. Tim Booth, Middle School Principal, stated the Sweetheart Dance was a success, and the Quiz Bowl students would be competing at State. Chandra Anderson, Intermediate Principal, stated the students’ testing was proceeding well and in a timely manner. Danette Chaney, Elementary Principal, stated the Parent Teacher Spring Conferences will be February 18, 2016. Dr. Summers stated the four snow days will be added onto the end of the school calendar, making the last day of school May 25, 2016. Item VI. Dr. Summers presented the financial reports. Item VII. Policies were presented for First Read.

1.14 Meeting Agenda

1.16 Duties of Board Disbursing Officer

1.17 Nepotism

3.6 Licensed Personnel Employee Training

3.11 Licensed Personnel Personal and Professional Leave

3.19 Licensed Personnel Employment

3.31 Drug Free Workplace - Licensed Personnel

3.32 Licensed Personnel Family Medical Leave

3.38 Licensed Personnel Responsibilities Governing Bullying

3.44 Licensed Personnel Workplace Injuries and Workers' Compensation

3.52 Policy Written Code of Conduct for Employees involved in Procurement with Federal Funds

3.54 Voluntary Teaching During Planning Period or of More Than the Maximum Number of Students

Per Day

3.54F Voluntary Teaching Instead of Preparatory Period and/or Extra Daily Students Contract

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4.11 Equal Educational Opportunity

4.12 Student Organizations/Equal Access

4.30 Suspension from School

4.34 Communicable Diseases and Parasites

4.37 Emergency Drills

4.40 Homeless Students

4.45 Smart Core Curriculum and Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2017

4.45.1Smart Core Curriculum and Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2018

4.47 Possession and Use of Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices

4.50 Student Lunch Substitutions

4.56. Extracurricular Activities—Secondary Schools

456.1Extracurricular Activities—Elementary Schools

5.2 Planning for Educational Improvement

5.4 School Improvement Teams

5.11 Digital Learning Courses

5.15 Grading

6.4 Volunteers

7.5 Purchases and Procurement

7.10 Public Use of School Buildings

7.11 Use of School Funds for Non-School Related Purposes

7.13 Management and Disposal of District Property

7.24 Advertising on District Buses

8.7 Classified Personnel Personal and Professional Leave

8.11 Overtime, Comptime, and Complying with FLSA

8.13 Classified Personnel Employment

8.23 Classified Personnel Family Medical Leave

8.26 Classified Personnel Responsibilities Governing Bullying

8.28 Drug Free Workplace - Classified Personnel

8.36 Classified Personnel Workplace Injuries and Workers' Compensation

8.41 Written Code of Conduct for Employees involved in Procurement with Federal Funds

Item VIII. Policies that do not require Board approval were presented.

1.19 Board Member Length of Term and Holdovers

3.8 Licensed Personnel Sick Leave

3.9(GF) Licensed Personnel Sick Leave Bank

3.13 Licensed Personnel Public Office

3.48 Licensed Personnel Weapons on Campus

4.4 Student Transfers

4.13 Privacy of Students’ Records/Directory Information

4.22 Weapons and Dangerous Instruments

4.41 Physical Examinations of Screenings

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5.8 Use of Copyrighted Materials

7.15 Record Retention and Destruction

7.19 Service Animals in District Facilities

7.22 Private Sponsorship of Extracurricular Events

8.5 Classified Employees Sick Leave

8.6(GF) Sick Leave Bank—Classified Employees

8.9 Public Office—Classified Personnel

8.40 Classified Personnel Weapons on Campus

Item IX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the following policies:

• 5.4—(GF) School Improvement Teams

• 5.17A—(GF) Presentation of Diplomas

Motion carried 7-0 at 5:45 p.m. Item X. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the following fundraisers:

• Beta--Valentines

• Sophomore Class--Beauty Review

• Yearbook--Kiss a Pig

• GT--Mother’s Day Out

Motion carried 7-0 at 5:48 p.m. Item XI. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James to approve moving the Lamb Scholarship and funds to the Green Forest Education Foundation. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:49 p.m. Item XII. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by John Bailey to approve the purchase of a 2011 International CE-300 53 passenger bus from American Bus Sales in the amount of $59,900 from the 2016-2017 budget. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:55 p.m. Item XIII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve the 2016-17 Green Forest Professional Development Plan with the required 60-hours professional development to be fulfilled between June 1, 2016, and May 31, 2017. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:58 p.m. Item XIV. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to approve the 2016-2017 ABC Program. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:59 p.m. Item XV. The Purchase Service Agreement was tabled to review during closed session in order to discuss personnel involved.

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Board Minutes February 15, 2016 Page 4 of 4 Item XVI. The Board entered closed session at 6:01 p.m. Item XVII. Jerry Carlton left at 6:58 p.m. and did not return. Item XVIII. The Board returned to open session at 8:03 p.m. Item XIX. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Kenny Bonham to renew the following Administrative contracts for the 2016-2017 school year:

• Rhonda Hutchins Director of Instruction/Federal Programs Coordinator

• Trish Evans Special Education Supervisor

• Danette Chaney K-3 Principal

• Chandra Anderson 4-5 Principal/½ Instructional Facilitator

K-12 Technology

• Tim Booth 6-8 Principal/½ Instructional Facilitator

• Terry Darnell 9-12 Principal

• Bobby Bishop Athletic Director

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:05 p.m. Item XX. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry King to renew the following Supervisors’ contracts for the 2016-2017 school year:

• Eddie Phillips Transportation Supervisor

• Shelly Fultz Food Service Director

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:07 p.m. Item XXI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to approve adding Hannah Doty as a K-8 After School Tutor for the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:08 p.m. Item XXII. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to employ Ron Hutchins as a Bus Driver for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:10 p.m. Item XXIII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the Purchase Service Agreement with Dr. Charles Nichols of Family Psychological Center for the 2016-2017 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:12 p.m. Item XXIV. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:13 p.m. __________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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January 18, 2016 Page 1 of 2 Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, January 18, 2016, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were Dianna Raye Sturtz, Kenny Bonham, Jerry Carlton, Ivan “Bud” Phillips, and Jerry King. John Bailey and Peggy James were absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:04 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Steve Cook led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0 at 5:05 p.m. Item IV. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, expressed appreciation to the Board members and their dedication to the school and community. Dr. Summers also stated that the audit was complete; OSR evaluation and monitoring visit was complete and stated the District is in compliance with all reviewed items; Deborah Bales had recently reviewed the ALE Program and affirmed a good report; and the Middle School had requested to reinstate the Junior Beta Club. Dr. Summers also shared that Arkansas Athletic Association had awarded our District the 3A State Track Meet to be held May 5, 2016. Item V. Dr. Summers presented the financial reports. Item VI. John Bailey arrived at 5:20 p.m. and did not leave. Item VII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the following fundraisers:

• Art Club—Sell T-Shirts

• Soccer—Sell Items

Motion carried 6-0 at 5:21 p.m. Item VIII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve renewing the Liability Insurance with Bancorp South Insurance Services, Inc. from 02/01/2016 through 02/01/2017 in the amount of $7,711. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:26 p.m. Item IX. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the following student transfers:

• Samuel Cooper from Jasper to Green Forest

• Cayden Saymore from Green Forest to Alpena

• Madisyn Saymore from Green Forest to Alpena

Motion carried 6-0 at 5:28 p.m. Item X. A motion was made by Bud Phillips and seconded by Jerry King to delete the 2005 International School Bus with Vin # 4DRBUAA358979081 from inventory and insurance and

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Board Minutes January 18, 2016 Page 2 of 2 to approve the Lease/Purchase of a 2011 International Front Engine, 78 passenger bus by procuring current indebtedness with American Bus Sales in the amount of $11,875 from the 2015-2016 budget and the remaining $50,025 from the 2016-2017 budget. Payments paid in 2015-2016 fiscal year will be applied to the remaining balance of the purchase price in the 2016-2017 school year and to be finalized by July 31, 2016. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:33 p.m. Item XI. The Board entered closed session at 5:34 p.m. Item XII. Jerry Carlton left at 5:55 p.m. and did not return. Item XIII. The Board returned to open session at 9:08 p.m. Item XIV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry King to approve Alternate Student Schedules for Tessa Badley and Karen Yac. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:09 p.m. Item XV. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Kenny Bonham to accept the resignation of Jim Goins as a full time Bus Driver as of January 18, 2016. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:10 p.m. Item XVI. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by John Bailey to employ Steve Epley as a full time Bus Driver, beginning February 1, 2016. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:11 p.m. Item XVII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to continue Angel Goodman as a daily Substitute until the end of the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:12 p.m. Item XVIII. A motion was made by Bud Phillips and seconded by John Bailey to approve Brittany Baker as the Junior Beta sponsor for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year, including a stipend. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:13 p.m. Item XIX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to extend Dr. Matt Summers’ contract as Superintendent through June 30, 2019. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:15 p.m. Item XX. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0 at 9:16 p.m. __________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes December 14, 2015 Page 1 of 3 Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, December 14, 2015, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were Dianna Raye Sturtz, John Bailey, Kenny Bonham, Jerry Carlton, Ivan “Bud” Phillips, and Peggy James. Jerry King was absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Michael Goodman led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham, to approve the minutes. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:02 p.m. Item IV. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, presented the financial reports. Item V. Dr. Summers stated that the staff had an Ugly Sweater Contest, there was an awesome Band Concert December 10, and the Choir Concert would be December 15. Terry Darnell, High School Principal, shared that Josh Acton had scored 30 on the ACT and was accepted at Hendrix to study law. Trish Evans, Special Ed Supervisor, stated that students had participated in the State Special Olympics and brought home five (5) gold medals, two (2) silver medals, and one (1) bronze medal. At the prompting of Dr. Summers, Dr. Lisa Carlon stated to the Board, “He did not hit the Panic App”. Item VI. Dr. Summers stated that the demolition on the Rowlett property should begin any day. The City of Green Forest contacted Dr. Summers and stated that they had $38,000 grant money that the City would be using to widen some of the school’s sidewalks and landscape some of the area in front of the High School. Item VII. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by John Bailey to approve the Band Fundraiser to sell T-shirts. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:13 p.m. Item VIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the student transfers of:

• Luis Bathen from Green Forest to Berryville

• Caleb Tucker from Green Forest to Alpena

Motion carried 6-0 at 5:15 p.m. Item IX. Rhonda Hutchins, Federal Coordinator, monitored parents and teachers as they began to set up the Parent Teacher Organization and to scrutinize the required guidelines. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to approve the establishment of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Motion carried 6-0 at 5:21 p.m.

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Item X. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve the Disclosure/Resolution of Jerry Kuster and to attach the list of tools. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:27 p.m. Item XI. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the Mission Statement, “Our vision at Green Forest School District, through collaboration

with our community and families, is to help students achieve personal success in their

learning and become responsible and productive citizens.” Motion carried 6-0 at 5:29 p.m. Item XII. After reviewing bids for a Plasma Table and accessories, the Board discussed that Welsco would be the better buy due to Welsco issuing a two (2) year warranty, an instructor coming to Green Forest to do training, securing a compatible computer, and supplying an area serviceman. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to purchase the Plasma Table and accessories from Welsco for an approximate amount of $22, 383. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:40 p.m. Item XIII. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by Peggy James to approve the Resolution for Local Support of 2016 Six Year Master Plan and 2017-2019 Funding Cycle Partnership Program Application presented by Aliza Jones, Facilities Coordinator. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:45 p.m.

Item XIV. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to purchase the

Reliable Poultry Building located at 1003 Venture Avenue consisting of a over 8,000 foot

building plus an awning 35’ x 26’; Mitsubishi forklift; gas operated power washer; wire feed

welder; an air compressor; and 4+/- acres which will be used for the Transportation and

Maintenance Departments in the amount of $300,000 plus closing costs, etc. Motion carried 6-0

at 5:52 p.m.

Item XV. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to approve the

Memorandum of Understanding with the Eureka Springs School District to ensure Eureka

Springs School District of continuity of operations in case their space becomes uninhabitable.

Motion carried 6-0 at 5:57 p.m.

Item XVI. Policies 5.4 and 5.17A were presented for second read.

Item XVII. Diann Fancher thanked the Board for their support.

Item XVIII. The Board entered closed session at 6:00 p.m.

Item XIX. Jerry King arrived at 6:02 and did not leave.

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Item XX. The Board returned to open session at 7:56 p.m.

Item XXI. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to accept

the resignation of Eric Evans as Bus Driver, as of December 15, 2015. Motion carried 7-0 at

7:58 p.m.

Item XXII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to employ

Jennifer Jackson as Migrant Education Paraprofessional in January, 2016. Motion carried

7-0 at 8:00 p.m.

Item XXIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry King to adjourn.

Motion carried 7-0 at 8:01 p.m.

__________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes

November 16, 2015

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Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, November 16, 2015, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were John Bailey, Kenny Bonham, Jerry Carlton, Peggy James, and Ivan “Bud” Phillips. Dianna Rae Sturtz and Jerry King were absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Doby Williams led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0 at 5:05 p.m. Item IV. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, presented the financial reports. Item V. Dr. Summers presented a report contrasting the millage, student enrollment, and salaries with neighboring schools. Rhonda Hutchins, Federal Coordinator, presented the ESEA results which indicates that the District is an achieving school. Terry Darnell, High School Principal, presented information about increased ACT scores, resulting from instruction received from teachers and the implementation of ACT studies. Tim Booth, Middle School Principal, stated that the RTI was underway and acknowledged how well the Junior High Quiz Bowl was performing. Item VI. All asbestos has been removed from the Rowlett house and is ready for total demolition. Item VII. Dianna Raye Sturtz arrived at 5:21 p.m. and did not leave. Item VIII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to approve membership with the Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) for the 2015-2016 school year for $2500. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:06 p.m. Item IX. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by Kenny Bonham to allow workers being housed at the United Methodist Church to utilize the showers at the Grim Gym each night after doing work in the community. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:07 p.m. Item X. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to approve the Bus Safety Plan. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:09 p.m. Item XI. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by John Bailey to appoint Regina Rinehart to the Sick Leave Bank for two years. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:10 p.m.

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Item XII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to leave the Concurrent Credit policy as stated in the Student Handbook and Policy # 5.22 “Any and all

costs of higher education courses taken for concurrent credit are the student’s responsibility” and to address the policy in the spring for the 2016-2017 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:14 p.m. Item XIII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to give authority to Dr. Matt Summers to pursue purchasing the Reliable Poultry Building as a possible relocation of Transportation/Maintenance Buildings. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:35 p.m. Item XIV. Policies were presented for first read:

• 5.4 School Improvement Teams

• 5.17A Presentation of Diplomas** Item XV. The Board entered closed session at 6:38 p.m. Item XVI. The Board returned to open session at 7:39 p.m. Item XVII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by John Bailey to approve the resignation of Elizdalia Rivera, effective November 20, 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:40 p.m. Item XVIII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James to approve adding Ronda Ray as a K-8 After School Tutor at $35 per hour for the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:42 p.m.

Item XIX. A motion was made by and seconded by to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 7:43 p.m.

__________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes

October 19, 2015

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Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, October 19, 2015, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, Arkansas. Members present were John Bailey, Kenny Bonham, Jerry Carlton, Jerry King, Peggy James, and Ivan “Bud” Phillips. Dianna Raye Sturtz was absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Carter Pierce led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to nominate Bud Phillips for President. Nomination ceased. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:04 p.m. Item IV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by John Bailey to nominate Jerry King for Vice President. Nominations ceased. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:05 p.m. Item V. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to nominate Jerry Carlton as Secretary. Nominations ceased. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:06 p.m. Item VI. A motion was made by Bud Phillips to elect Peggy James as Disbursing Officer and John Bailey as Alternate Disbursing Officer by acclamation. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:07 p.m. Item VII. A slide show was prepared for the Annual Report to the Public by Chandra Anderson from information gathered by the Administration Team. Trish Evans, Special Education Supervisor, presented the Accreditation Status, Accountability Status, Progress Toward Goals, Data Analysis, Elda Test Data, Proposals to Correct Deficiencies, Web Site www.gf.k12.ar.us information, Score Comparisons, Enrollment Trend, Millage History, etc. to the Board. Item VIII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the minutes. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:28 p.m. Item IX. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent presented the financial reports. Item X. Dr. Summers commented on awards received by the Band and how the Band membership was growing. Tim Booth, Middle School Principal stated that the tutoring program was underway. Item XI. Dr. Summers stated that the Rowlett property demolition was underway; doors were being installed in the boys’ restrooms; and the traffic flow was improved at the Elementary by marking streets appropriately. Jerry King asked about installing walls, doors, and speakers in the football press box. Item XII. Dr. Summers presented information about available Board Members training as cited in ACA 6-13-629.

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Item XIII. The Home Language Survey information was acknowledged by the Board. Item XIV. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Jerry King to approve the Modus Studio Contract for the Maintenance Transportation Complex. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:55 p.m. Item XV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to approve the following fundraisers:

• Class of 2016—Valentine’s Day Crush

• Student Council—Auction Services

• Youth Alive—Sales

• FBLA—Clothing Sale

Motion carried 6-0 at 5:59 p.m. Item XVI. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Peggy James to approve issuing a new Quick Claim Deed for the Head School House removing the clause that states the Green Forest School District can reclaim the property at any time for educational purposes. Attorney Charles Harwell will prepare the deed at no extra cost to the District. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:59 p.m. Item XVII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the use of Electronic Transfer of Funds (EFT) as a way to disburse District funds with appropriate evidence per Arkansas Law § 6-13-701. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:01 p.m. Item XVIII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the following disclosures/resolutions as required by law, ACA §6-24-101 and ACT 1381 of 2005:

• Amy Tegley, Tegley Photography and J. C. Printing

• Willa Kerby, Country Rooster

• Jennifer Roney, Hog Wild Trophies

• Shelly Fultz, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

• Danna Wise, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Motion carried 6-0 at 6:02 p.m. Item XIX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Kenny Bonham to prepare a policy outlining the dispersing of diplomas at graduation. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:10 p.m. Item XX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve EBD’s recommendation of deducting health insurance premiums/fees the month of instead of a month ahead and to increase the District’s maximum matching funds from $180.00 to $181.48. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:12 p.m.

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Item XXI. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by John Bailey to move the Board’s working luncheon with Maintenance, Custodians, Food Service, Transportation, Teaching Staff, Secretaries, Nurses, and Technology from December 14, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and the regular scheduled Board Meeting from December 21, 2015, to December 14, 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:14 p.m. Item XXII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Peggy James to approve moving the Lamb Scholarship Trust from Fintegra to Wells Fargo represented by Allen Rogers. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:16 p.m. Item XXIII. The Board entered closed session at 6:17 p.m. Item XXIV. The Board returned to open session at 8:38 p.m. Item XXV. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Jerry Carlton to accept the resignation of Diann Fancher, Curriculum Director/GT/Testing Coordinator, effective December 31, 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:39 p.m. Item XXVI. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the disclosure/resolution request to approve Tiffany James, daughter-in-law of Board Member Peggy James, as a substitute for teachers. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:40 p.m. Item XXVII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by John Bailey to approve Amanda Hafner, Deb Cleghorn, and Shilo Evans as K-8 After School Tutors at a rate of $35 per hour. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:42 p.m. Item XXVIII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Jerry King to approve a one thousand dollar bonus ($1,000.00 non-recurring payment) to all contracted employees of the Green Forest School District (including employees in the Migrant Program). Pursuant to policy, under no circumstances shall any employee who is employed under two separate contracts receive more than $1,000. This bonus does not include persons who are working with the Green Forest School District under a purchased service contract. The bonus will be paid in one (1) installment of $1,000 (gross) to occur in a check disseminated in November of 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:45 p.m.

Item XXIX. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Bud Phillips to

adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:46 p.m.

_________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton

President Secretary

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Board Minutes

September 22, 2015

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Item I. The Board met in a regular session Tuesday, September 22, 2015, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue. Members present were Ivan "Bud" Phillips, Jerry Carlton, Kenny Bonham, Dianna Raye Sturtz, and Peggy James. Jerry King and John Bailey were absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Jerry Spurlock led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0 at 5:03 p.m. Item IV. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, presented the financial reports. Item V. Dr. Summers congratulated Peggy James and Jerry Carlton on being re-elected to the Board for five year terms. Dr. Summers commented about winning the Carroll County Football Cup. The principals shared about the football team greeting students on Friday mornings, Parent Involvement, freedom week, reading intervention, improvement in student behavior, improvement in grades, and enrollment. Item VI. Dr. Summers had talked to Josh Siebert, Architect, to begin preliminary drawings for the Maintenance and Transportation buildings; the Tiger Stadium handicap parking is painted; and the Rowlett property demolition is in progress. Item VII. Jerry King arrived at 5:26 p.m. and did not leave. Item VIII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the following fundraisers:

• FBLA—Home for the Holidays

• HS Book Club—Specialty Pencil Sales

• Starbooks—Hot Chocolate and Coffee

• Sophomore Class—Chocolate Bars

• Lunch Ladies—Bake Sale

• CBI—Staff Lunch

• Migrant—Reading Rewards

• Yearbook—Pie in the Face

• MS Student Council—Selling Scentsy Products

Motion carried 6-0 at 6:00 p.m. Item IX. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the Building Principals fundraiser, Extra Jean Day. Motion failed 2-4 at 6:01 p.m. Peggy James, Dianna Raye Sturtz, Bud Phillips, and Jerry King voted no.

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Item X. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Jerry King to approve the

presented K-8 After School Tutoring Program and the following tutors at a rate of $35 per

hour:

Elementary Intermediate Middle School

Vesta Barnes Leann Ash Brittney Baker

Rachel Brushia Vickie Brown Sherri Glassell

Angie Cash Sharon Loniak Shelly James

Ross Darby Lindsey Turner Jennifer Roney

Crystal Fancher Sarah Underdown

Amanda Farrar

Jennifer Gibbs

Dustina Gordon

Melissa Stimson

Tammy Wilson

Motion carried 6-0 at 6:02 p.m.

Item XI. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by Jerry King to approve and

record in its minutes the set of assurances as stated at a meeting held on September 22, 2015,

and further authorize the Superintendent to sign such assurances as required by Section 9306 and

to submit an Arkansas Comprehensive School Improvement Plan to the Arkansas Department of

Education as required by Section 9305. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:04 p.m.

Item XII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Jerry King to approve the Title

III Application and School Improvement Plan. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:05 p.m.

Item XIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to

approve the Statement of Assurance for Constitutionally Protected Prayer in Public Elementary

and Secondary Schools in compliance with Section 9524. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:06 p.m.

Item XIV. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Peggy James to approve the Cell

Phone Agreement with the City of Green Forest paying for ½ the phone plan and ½ for the

iphone that includes the RAVE Security System app for the Security Resource Officers. Motion

carried 6-0 at 6:15 p.m.

Item XV. The student transfers were tabled.

Item XVI. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve

the 2015-2016 budget. Motion carried 6-0 at 6:27 p.m.

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Item XVII. Migrant Reading Program was presented to the Board, and it was tabled.

Item XVIII. The Board entered closed session at 6:32 p.m.

Item XIX. The Board returned to open session at 8:36 p.m.

Item XX. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to accept the

resignation of Steve Epley, Full Time Bus Driver, effective September 23, 2015. Motion

carried 6-0 at 8:37 p.m.

Item XXI. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve

Desiree Atchley as a Tutor for the After School Program at High School at the rate of $35 per

hour. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:38 p.m.

Item XXII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James to approve

alternative class schedule for Zach Grigg, Maeghanne Ewing, and Alpha Calderon. Motion

carried 6-0 at 8:39 p.m.

Item XXIII. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Jerry King to not accept

requested student transfers. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:40 p.m.

Item XXIV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry Carlton to adjourn.

Motion carried 6-0 at 8:41 p.m.

___________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton President Secretary

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Board Minutes

August 17, 2015

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Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, August 17, 2015, in the High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue. Members present were Ivan "Bud" Phillips, Jerry Carlton, Jerry King, Kenny Bonham, John Bailey, and Peggy James. Dianna Raye Sturtz was absent. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Billy Williams led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Peggy James to approve the minutes. Motion carried 6-0 at 5:09 p.m. Item IV. State Representative Ron McNair made an official presentation of a financial award of $17,633.51 from the Department of Education Recognition and Reward Program to the Elementary School which was identified by the ADE to be in the top 20% of schools that experience high student performance or student growth. Item V. Dr. Matt Summers played a video of some the District's accomplishments in the 2014-2015 school year. The Principals shared their plans for increasing reading and literacy scores by using guided reading, screenings, identifying and assessing missing skills, and establishing ways to help students be successful. Item VI. Dianna Raye Sturtz arrived at 5:25 p.m. and did not leave. Item VII. Dr. Summers presented the financial reports. Item VIII. Dr. Summers stated that the retaining wall by the High School is complete; High School painting is complete; the parking area and drive area at the Stadium are complete; 7th Street is in the process of being marked "One Way"; and the closing on the property on 10th Street will be completed August 18, 2015. Item IX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the following fundraisers:

• Cheer--Football Program Ads

• Cheer--Mini Cheer Camp

• FFA--Milk Vending Machines

• FFA--Beef Jerky Sales

• FFA--Steer Give Away

• FFA--Blue & Gold Sales

• FFA--County FFA Rodeo

• Band--Selling Tumblers

• Band--T-Shirt Sales

• Band--Selling Cheesecakes

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• Band--Concession Stand

• Class of 2017--Trick-or-Trot 5K

• Class of 2017--Selling Lollipops

Motion carried 7-0 at 5:38 p.m. Item X. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Dianna Sturtz to acknowledge and approve the 2015-2016 ELL Program and Revisions. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:39 Item XI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve the 2015-2016 Mentoring Program and the 2015-2016 Mentors for the for the following novice teachers:

• Charlotte Read for Erika Burdick

• Devon Williams for Lindsey Mowrer

Motion carried 7-0 at 5:41 p.m. Item XII. A motion was made by Bud Phillips and seconded by Jerry King to approve the 2015-2016 Minority Teacher and Administrator Recruitment Plan as presented. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:42 p.m. Item XIII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the ISS Procedures and Expectations as presented. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:58 p.m. Item XIV. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the purchase service agreement with Bowers Occupational Therapy Services Inc., at a rate of $70 per hour for the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 7-0 at 6:00 p.m. Item XV. A motion was made by Bud Phillips and seconded by Peggy James to approve the following student transfers:

• Edward Dow from Green Forest to Alpena

• Dayton McKee from Green Forest to Alpena

• Brannon Patrick from Green Forest to Alpena

• Nathan Schwear from Green Forest to Alpena

• Jazzmin B Benally from Green Forest to Berryville

• Whitney Taylor from Green Forest to Berryville

• Melody Taylor from Green Forest to Berryville

• Dakota Moppin from Green Forest to Eureka Springs

• Sierra Moppin from Green Forest to Eureka Springs

Motion carried 7-0 at 6:01 p.m.

Item XVI. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry King to approve the 2015-2016 High School Tutoring Program and approve the following High School Tutors at a rate of $35 per hour:

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• Mechelle Belanger

• Jay Harris

• Laine Smith

• Kay Comer

• Dusty Lee

Motion carried 7-0 at 6:07 p.m. Item XVII. The Board entered closed session at 6:08 p.m. Item XVIII. Jerry Carlton left at 6:40 p.m. and did not return. Item XIX. The Board returned to open session at 8:01 p.m. Item XX. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the resignation of Cody Strahan, High School English Teacher as of July 31, 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:02 p.m. Item XXI. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to employ Mark Minton as the 2015-2016 High School English Teacher, replacing Cody Strahan, effective August 17, 2015. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:04 p.m. Item XXII. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve Annette Phillips as a two (2) year (2015-2017) mentor for APPEL Teacher, Mark Minton. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:06 p.m. Item XXIII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to approve an alternate class schedule for Anthony Robinson and Kiefer Burnett. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:20 p.m.

Item XXIV. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Jerry King to

adjourn. Motion carried 6-0 at 8:21 p.m.

___________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton President Secretary

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Board Minutes

July 20, 2015

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Item I. The Board met in a regular session Monday, July 20, 2015, at the Green Forest High School Library located at 800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue. Members present were Ivan "Bud" Phillips, Jerry King, Jerry Carlton, John Bailey, Dianna Raye Sturtz, Kenny Bonham, and Peggy James. Bud Phillips, Board President, declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Item II. Bud Phillips led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Mark Bryant led prayer. Item III. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Jerry King to approve the minutes. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:05 p.m. Item III. Dr. Matt Summers, Superintendent, presented the financial reports. Item IV. Dr. Summers stated that the football practice and game fields have been sodded; painting in the High School hallways, classrooms, and restrooms are completed; the three (3) buildings near the Stadium are being painted and are near completion; the parking lot expansion near the Stadium is also near completion. Item V. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve the fuel bid from Sugg Oil Company. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:27 p.m. Item VI. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the bread bid from Harp's Food Stores. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:30 p.m. Item VII. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by Peggy James to approve the following fundraisers:

• Class of 2018 Selling Raffle Tickets

• Class of 2018 Selling T-Shirts

• Cheer Painting Paw Prints

• Cheer Selling Tiger Items

Motion carried 7-0 at 5:31 p.m. Item VIII. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Jerry King to approve the Purchase Service Agreements for the 2015-2016 school year with Susie Thompson Johnson of Speech Services and Solutions, PLLC for four (4) days a week at $60 per hour and Physical Therapist Joanne Goluch of Common Sense Therapy at $80 per hour. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:33 p.m. Item IX. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by John Bailey to approve the renewal with Gabbart Communications to provide the required services per Act 228 of 2013 for the school website in the amount of $4,300. Motion carried 7-0 at 5:41 p.m. Board Minutes

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Item X. A motion was made by Dianna Raye Sturtz and seconded by Peggy James to approve $500 for classroom supplies complying with ACA § 6-21-303 for each teacher in K-12. Motion carried 7-0 at 6:01 p.m. Item XI. A motion was made by Jerry Carlton and seconded by Kenny Bonham to approve the Resolution Pursuant to ACA § 6-13-635 identifying the employees that have an increase in pay of 5% or more from a spreadsheet reflecting Fiscal Year 2014 to Fiscal Year 2015. Motion carried 7-0 at 6:04 p.m. Item XII. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Raye Sturtz to approve the MOU with North Arkansas College for the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 7-0 at 6:05 p.m. Item XIII. Dr. Summers discussed the potential for the District to be involved in a Public Charter School. Dr. Summers invited the Board and Terry Darnell, High School Principal, to a meeting to gather more information. Item XIV. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Jerry Carlton to approve the following student transfers:

• Amos Harrold from Green Forest to Berryville

• Ashley Standlee from Green Forest to Berryville

• Jaret Standlee from Green Forest to Berryville

• Kylea Standlee from Green Forest to Berryville

Motion carried 7-0 at6:24 p.m. Item XV. School Election will be September 15, 2015. Early voting will start September 8, 2015. Jerry Carlton is running unopposed for Zone 3. Peggy James and Tim Howard are candidates for At Large, Position 1. Both positions are five (5) year terms.

Item XVI. The Board entered closed session at 6:25 p.m.

Item XVII. The Board returned to open session at 8:21 p.m.

Item XVIII. A motion was made by Jerry King and seconded by Dianna Sturtz to accept the

resignation of Jessie Smalley. Motion carried 7-0 at 8:23 p.m.

Item XIX. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Dianna Sturtz to employ

Debrah Roberts for Food Service for the 2015-2016 school year. Motion carried 7-0 at 8:24

p.m.

Item XX. A motion was made by Kenny Bonham and seconded by Peggy James to assign

Jonathan Bryant as Head 7th Grade Football Coach and Ryan Whetham as Head Junior

High Football Coach. Motion carried 7-0 at 8:26 p.m.

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Item XXI. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by Dianna Sturtz to employ Eric

Evans as a full time Route Bus Driver. Motion carried 7-0 at 8:27 p.m.

Item XXII. A motion was made by Peggy James and seconded by John Bailey to approve the

Writing/Grammar Coach materials for High School to Follett, the lowest bidder, in the amount

of $16,860.80. Motion carried 7-0 at 8:29 p.m.

Item XXIII. A motion was made by John Bailey and seconded by Jerry King to adjourn. Motion

carried 7-0 at 8:30 p.m.

___________________________________ _____________________________

Ivan “Bud” Phillips Jerry Carlton President Secretary