CALL TO ORDER
Mrs. Orendach called the special meeting to order at 5:10 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Present: Beagle, Connelly, Curry, Ehlert, Ludwig, Orendach, Taulbee
Absent: None

CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Mr. Ehlert, supported by Mr. Taulbee to move into executive session at the request of the parent under the Open Meetings Act 8(b) at 5:12 p.m.

Roll Call: Ehlert-yes, Beagle-yes, Connelly-yes, Taulbee-yes, Ludwig-yes, Curry-yes, Orendach-yes. Motion carried 7-0.

Moved by Mr. Ludwig, supported by Mr. Taulbee to move into open session at 6:32 p.m.

Roll Call: Ehlert-yes, Beagle-yes, Connelly-yes, Taulbee-yes, Ludwig-yes, Curry-yes, Orendach-yes. Motion carried 7-0.

REGULAR SESSION
The board reconvened in regular session at 7:15 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The board, administration and the audience joined in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.

BARTLETT RECOGNITION FOR GOLDEN APPLE AWARD
Dr. Jean Schmeichel came forward to publicly recognize Bartlett staff and Bartlett Elementary for receiving the Golden Apple Award. Bartlett is one of five elementary schools in southeast Michigan to be awarded this honor by the State of Michigan. The 2000 Golden Apple award is based on elementary school achievement on the fourth grade and fifth grade MEAP tests. Recipient elementary schools must have had at least 80% participation on the MEAP and (a) a composite score that increased by at least 60 points from the 97-98 to 99-00 school year or (b) the highest elementary school scores statewide for the 99-00 school year. Bartlett will receive $50,000 to use for school improvement purposes. A short slide presentation was shown regarding the history of Bartlett’s MEAP scores. The key components that Bartlett used to achieve these results were identified, and individual Bartlett staff members elaborated on each. Sharon Hardy was unable to attend the meeting because of family illness. Dr. Schmeichel spoke about Sharon’s goals and objectives and her ability to share leadership with her staff. Laura Seck, current Bartlett principal, read a letter from Ms. Hardy thanking everyone. Dr. Schmeichel exhibited the awards that were given to the school, principal and staff.

Dr. Schmeichel announced that Governor Engler declared the week of February 11-17, 2001 as Principal’s Week to publicly recognize them for their significant contributions to their schools and to the education of our youth.

State Representative Nancy Cassis presented Bartlett Elementary with a special tribute signed by Senator Bill Bullard, Governor John Engler and herself from the State of Michigan in recognition for their outstanding achievement. Representative Cassis recognized Bartlett’s excellent team approach and the outstanding work that they have done as team leaders. In closing, Ms. Cassis wished Bartlett much more success in the future.

The board offered their comments and expressed that the Bartlett staff has always had a common goal and put kids first. They kept a spark going at the school. President Orendach extended congratulations on behalf of the board to all Bartlett staff and thanked them for their accomplishments.

MAHPERD ELEMENTARY TEACHER OF THE YEAR PRESENTATION
Kim McKinley, a Michigan Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MAHPERD) representative, honored Mary Brummer as their Elementary Teacher of the Year. Ms. McKinley shared Mary’s teaching methods and applauded her participation in workshops that help her to continue to grow. She noted that Mary is doing well because she recently has attained a Level 5 award. Ms. Brummer was presented with an award for her exceptional work and accomplishments.

Doug Curry remarked that it is an extreme point of pride to have one of our teachers as the MAHPERD Elementary Teacher of the Year. He explained that Mary Brummer has nurtured a seed and spread it throughout the district. She has set an example that others throughout the state look at. He thanked her on behalf of the board on her fine achievement.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
President Orendach offered an opportunity for public comments. There were none.

The board took a ten-minute recess.

Mr. Ludwig left the meeting during the recess.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Mrs. Connelly, supported by Mr. Beagle to accept the following minutes as presented:

Minutes of the January 15, 2001 - Regular Meeting

Minutes of the January 22, 2001 - Special Meeting

Ayes-6, Nays-0. Motion carried 6-0.

APPROVAL OF BILLS
Moved by Mr. Curry, supported by Mrs. Connelly to approve the following bills as presented:

January Prepaids

Roll Call: Taulbee-yes, Curry-yes, Beagle-yes, Connelly-yes, Ehlert-yes, Orendach-yes. Motion carried 6-0.

HIRING OF INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF
Teacher resignations necessitate the hiring of instructional staff. Mrs. Mitchell asked the board to approve the hiring of the following teachers:

• Richard Lamb - HS Math effective January 22, 2001
• Kim Dancer - (HS Spanish) effective January 29, 2001

Moved by Mr. Taulbee, supported by Mr. Beagle to approve the hiring of teachers as presented.

Roll Call: Taulbee-yes, Beagle-yes, Connelly-yes, Curry-yes, Ehlert-yes, Orendach-yes. Motion carried 6-0.

HIGH SCHOOL EXTRA-CURRICULAR HANDBOOK
Marilyn Mitchell brought the High School Extra-Curricular Handbook before the board. She noted that Mr. Jackson was in attendance at the meeting to answer any questions. The handbook was worked out through the SIP Committee. She invited questions from the board. The board reviewed the entire document and expressed their concerns on the academic eligibility of a student and asked that some minor changes be made to the permit card. They held a lengthy discussion on the committee’s recommendation of a 1.67grade point average, whether eligibility should be determined per semester or card marking, whether a student should have no failing grades and how long it should take to regain eligibility should a student fall below the required G.P.A. Mr. Jackson reminded the board that athletes follow the MHSAA standards. The board would like to implement one set of standards for both activities. The board also discussed when to have these expectations and guidelines effective. This item will be brought back to the board for their approval.

MIDDLE SCHOOL EXTRA-CURRICULAR HANDBOOK
Marilyn Mitchell also brought the Middle School Extra-Curricular Handbook before the board. Shirley Terreault, along with Ben Tasich and Ron Weber, were in attendance to answer questions. The board reviewed the committee’s recommendations. Mr. Ehlert asked that Future Problem Solving be added as an extra-curricular activity. They also asked that the wording in the last sentence under Steps for review under Review Procedures be the same as in the high school handbook. A small revision to the activity permit card will also be made to align with the high school handbook. The board did not have any problems with academic eligibility as stated. This item will come back to the board for final approval.

REVISION TO ATHLETIC HANDBOOK
Marilyn Mitchell brought a revision to the Athletic Handbook to the board. She stated that this section deals with academics from the extra-curricular handbook. Ms. Mitchell noted that she would insert the corrected handbook language as discussed earlier. This language would then be inserted as a revision in the Athletic Handbook. This item will be brought back to the board for their approval.

LEGISLATION
Dr. Pearson did not have any new legislation to offer the board.

BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mrs. Orendach acknowledged the following Board Committee Report:

Building Committee - They talked about bids going out at their meeting today. They also discussed the amount of time they had to do the renovations at Centennial. They looked at the middle school and worked on their review and comments.

OTHER
The superintendent did not have any “other” information for the board. Mr. Curry asked the building committee to look at the possibility of having an outdoor open area accessible to the new middle school cafeteria for the students to be able to get outside on nice days.

REPORTS
There were no reports for President Orendach to acknowledge.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
President Orendach again offered an opportunity for public comments. There were none.

CORRESPONDENCE
President Orendach acknowledged the following correspondence:

• Teacher tenure received - Brenda Bratt effective Jan. 30, 2001
• Recognition to South Lyon Middle School Choir
• Letter of Appreciation regarding Sarah Stone, Salem principal
• Bright Ideas Guest Teacher Newsletter
• Spirit of South Lyon

MEETING DATES
President Orendach noted the following meeting dates:

• February 9-11, 2001, MASB Mid-Winter Conference, Lansing
• March 5, 2001, Regular Meeting, Administration Building, 7:15 p.m.

Ms. Orendach reminded the board to add a special meeting on February 12 at 5:00 p.m.

BOARD COMMENTS
Congratulations were extended to the middle school choir for receiving national recognition. Mrs. Connelly suggested it might be appropriate to have the girls at a board meeting so that the board can recognize their achievement. Mr. Ehlert offered thanks to the middle school PTO for generously supporting the after school tutoring program through Youth Assistance. He suggested it was something that he would like to see the district support.

ADJOURN
Moved by Mr. Beagle, supported by Mr. Ehlert to adjourn the meeting at 10:50 p.m.

Ayes - 6, Nays - 0. Motion carried.

Respectively submitted,