SMITHVILLE I.S.D.

BOARD BRIEFS

APRIL 25, 2005

 

 

The Smithville I.S.D. Board of Trustees met in special session on Monday, April 25, 2005 beginning at 6:00 P.M.  Items discussed or acted on by members included the following:

 

1.      Communications from the Public – The Board heard from Samantha Scoggins, Melvin Melcher, Brenda Hajek, David Bradberry, David Easley, Dawn McMullen, Craig Wallace and Kathy Goertz regarding possible revisions to the current Student Code of Conduct.

 

2.      Consider Resolution Authorizing Tax Resale – The District has acquired title to several properties as a result of non-payment of taxes by their owners.  In order to allow McCreary, Veselka, Bragg, and Allen, P.C. to handle the resale of those properties, the Board must pass a resolution to grant authorization.  Mike Wittrock moved to approve the resolution as presented.  Mike Morgan seconded, and the motion carried 7-0.

 

3.      Consider resolution to nominate the Superintendent as a candidate for the TASB Superintendent of the Year for 2005 – Each year, the Texas Association of School Boards recognizes a select group of superintendents for exemplary and visionary leadership.  The Board of Trustees believes that its superintendent, Gary Sage, exhibits many exemplary qualities, and deserves to be recognized.  Peggy Walicek motioned to approve the resolution to nominate Gary Sage for Superintendent of the Year as presented.  Kamron Saunders seconded, and the motion carried 7-0.

 

4.      Consider revisions to the 2005-2006 Student Code of Conduct – Kamron Saunders moved to table this agenda item pending review of the existing Code of Conduct by an appointed committee.  This committee will recommend possible changes or revisions to be implemented for next school year.  Craig Williams seconded the motion, which passed with a 7-0 vote. 

 

5a. Resignations of Certified Personnel – The Superintendent advised the Board of the

resignations of Stacey Williamson, Spanish teacher at the high school, and Dianna King, assistant band director.

 

5b. Employment of Certified Personnel – There were no recommendations for employment.

 

6.   Adjournment – The Board adjourned its meeting at 9:47 p.m.