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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 148
DOLTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
The MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education, District No. 148, Dolton,
Cook County, Illinois held at the Administrative Office in said School District at 7:00 p.m., on the
15 th of November 2012.
ROLL CALL
After the Pledge of Allegiance the President, Joyce Jackson, called the meeting to order at 7:03
p.m. and directed that the roll be called. Upon the roll being called, the following members
answered present: Michael Moro, Valencia Wooten, Larry Lawrence, Faith Gunter, James
Bendell, William Gunter and Joyce Jackson. The following members were absent; none.
Margaret Kostopulos, Attorney, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni & Krafthefer P.C.,
Superintendent Jayne Purcell, Assistant Superintendent Patricia Moore, Business Manager
Terrence La Bella, Director of Support Programs Candace Dunleavy, Director of Technology
Karen Marshall, RtI/PBIS & Bully Initiative Torie Navarre, Principals Lisa Davis-Smith, Dell
McFarlane, Assistant Principals Martez James, Dorith Johnson, Cynthia Marks, and Board
Secretary Joyce Selix were also present.
VISITORS
Joan Carreon, Sherry Griffin, Louis L. Britt, Vickie Jones, Lillian Pulphus-Greene, Cassandra
Mitchell Smith, Joyce Lueder, Constant Lewis, Brian Levicke, Valeria Warmack, Lora Terrell-
Walker, Paul Walker, Lisa Marie Moreno, Gail Jilek, Jori Bell-Jackson, Vivian Allen, Olivia
Mosley, Kiana Belcher, Sabina Pryor, Joel Pryor, Felicia Trotter, Rashida Bonner, Patricia
Benton, Indu Wilson, Unique Morris, Makeiah Clark, Brenda Britt-Cox
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING
Member Faith Gunter moved and Member Larry Lawrence seconded the motion that the
Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on Thursday, October 25, 2012 beginning at 7:03 p.m., be
approved as written and direct the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board
Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION
Member William Gunter moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Minutes
of the Closed Session held on Thursday, October 25, 2012, beginning at 8:18 p.m. be approved
as written and direct the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried

MINUTES - SPECIAL MEETING
Member Bendell moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Minutes of
the Regular Meeting held on Thursday, November 8, 2012 beginning at 6:38 p.m., be approved
as written and direct the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION
Member Wooten moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Minutes of the
Closed Session held on Thursday, November 8, 2012, beginning at 6:46 p.m. be approved as
written and direct the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
ADMINISTRATION-INFORMATION REPORTS
Dr. Moore reported that the application for the 2013 Library Grant was submitted to the State and the
District will receive .77 cents per student. She said the District is grateful to receive this annual grant.
Dr. Dunleavy said there were 80 participants in the Kidney Mobile at Washington School. The District
will be sending students to the Illinois Eye Institute for free exams during a two-day period. This year
Representative Will Davis will underwrite the cost of transportation. The District participated in a
meeting of the All Hazards Drill Committee last month. Riverdale Fire Chief Chris Van Dyke invited the
District’s participation.
Mr. La Bella presented the 2012 Levy and said the District will post a Truth in Taxation notice in the
local paper and a hearing and adoption of the Levy is set for December 20, 2012. He explained how
property taxes are calculated; the property tax limitation law and he said that property taxes are driven
by the Consumer Price Index and not by property values. The District will ask for an 11% increase but
it can only receive a 3% increase.
Ms. Marshall said that November Enrollment is 2,466 a gain of 37 students from last month
PRESIDENT'S CALL
Three Committees met since the last Regular Board Meeting: Board Building & Grounds
Committee, Policy Committee and Finance Committee all met on Thursday, November 1, 2012.
Summaries were presented. The Summary of the District Leadership Team Meeting held on
Thursday, October 18, 2012 was also presented.
IASB/IASA/IASBO JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE
November 16-18, 2012
Board Members were asked to please mark their calendars for Friday, November 16 through
Sunday, November 18, 2012 for the IASB/IASA/IASBO Joint Annual Conference. Registration
has been completed for all seven Board Members, Dr. Purcell and Mr. La Bella. Ms. Jackson
has been registered for the President’s Workshop. Mr. Moro has been registered for the Basics
of Governance.
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WINTER CONCERTS
The District Bands and Vocal Ensembles have been growing in numbers each year! The 2011
Winter Concert was played in a filled to capacity Gym with people standing in the hallway. Mrs.
Dubose and Mrs. Fitzpatrick feel the best option is to split the Winter Concert.
Monday, December 17, 2012 – 7:00 p.m. – Washington School
Beginning Band, Beginning Vocal Ensemble, and Tri-M Musicians
Wednesday, December 19, 2012 – 7:00 p.m. – Washington School
Concert Band, Advanced Vocal Ensemble, and Symphonic Band
Please mark your calendars to attend.
SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION
April 9, 2013 is Consolidated Election Day, which includes election of School Board Members.
School District 148 will have four seats up for election: Ms. Joyce Jackson = 4 year seat
Mr. William Gunter = 4 year seat, Mr. Michael Moro = 4 year seat, Ms. Valencia Wooten = 4
year seat.
Monday, December 17, 2012 is the first day to file nominating papers and Monday, December
24, 2012 is the last day to file nominating papers
MOTION FOR CORRESPONDENCE
Member William Gunter moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Correspondence
which contained one resignation request, as reviewed by the Board of Education be accepted as
written and placed on file as part of the official Board Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
DISTRICT ITEMS OF INTEREST
A student at Washington School collapsed after basketball try-outs last week. Mr. Brian Levicke,
Physical Education Teacher and Riverdale Police Officer Marcus Lewis both came to his aid
during this very serious situation. They were recognized with plaques for their quick, decisive
actions. Mrs. Cindy Marks, Washington Assistant Principal, commended both men on their swift
response and credited the Board for offering the lifesaving training which Mr. Levicke was able
to use in this instance.
Our School Board was honored for their dedicated service to the District and Community.
Principals introduce their students who presented heartfelt thanks to the Board. Personalized
super-sized cards and touching sentiments were given by the students. The Tri-M Music Honor
Society students directed by Mrs. Jennifer Fitzpatrick, Band Director and Mrs. Ronisha Dubose,
Vocal Ensemble Director, performed a rousing rendition of America the Beautiful for the Board.
Mrs. Joyce Selix, Board Secretary received an “Above and Beyond” Award and Excellence
Award for her outstanding service to the District and the Board.
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ACCEPT RESULTS OF ILLINOIS STANDARDS ACHIEVEMENT TEST
AND SCHOOL REPORT CARDS
Member Jackson moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education School District 148, accept the 2012 results of the Illinois Standards Achievement
Test and School Report Cards for Dolton West, School District 148, and that all of the school
report cards be placed on file as part of the official Board Minutes.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
APPROVE RISING STAR PLANS
Member Lawrence moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Riverdale School’s:
School Indicator Report (Comprehensive Plan Report)
SIP Report.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
Member Lawrence moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Washington Elementary School’s:
School Indicator Report (Comprehensive Plan Report)
SIP Report
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
APPROVE RISING STAR REPORTS
Member Wooten moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Franklin School’s Local Board Action
Report:
Assurances
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
Member Wooten moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Lincoln Elementary School’s Local Board
Action Report:
Assurances
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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Member Wooten moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Lincoln Jr. High School’s Local Board
Action Report:
Assurances
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
Member Wooten moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Park School’s Local Board Action Report:
Assurances
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
Member Wooten moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, Dolton West School District 148 approve Washington Jr. High School’s Local Board
Action Report:
Assurances
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
ADOPT POLICY REVISIONS
Member Jackson moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education School District 148, following first consideration at the October Board Meeting, adopt
policy revisions to maintain Legal Compliance as follows: 3:40 – Superintendent, 3:70 –
Succession of Authority, 4:180 – Pandemic Preparedness , 5:60 – Expenses, 5:70 - Religious
Holidays, 5:110 – Recognition for Service, 5:230 – Maintaining Student Discipline, 5:280 –
Educational Support Personnel – Duties and Qualifications, 6:180 – Extended Instructional
Programs, 6:290 – Homework, 7:50 – School Admissions and Student Transfers To and From
Non-District Schools
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
Member Jackson moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education School District 148, forgo first consideration and adopt policy revisions to maintain
Legal Compliance as follows: 2:125 – Board Member Expenses, 2:200 – Types of School Board
Meetings, 2:220 – School Board Meeting Procedure, 5:30 – Hiring Process and Criteria, 5:125 –
Personal Technology and Social Media; Usage and Conduct
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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APPROVE RENEWAL OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES ONLINE
Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Faith Gunter moved and
Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education, School District 148, approve
the renewal of School Board Policies Online from the Illinois Association of School Boards in the
amount of $2,500.00.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
APPROVE RENEWAL OF POLICY REFERENCE EDUCATION SUBSCRIPTION (PRESS)
Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Lawrence moved and
Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education, School District 148,
approve the renewal of the Policy Reference Education Subscription Service (PRESS) from the
Illinois Association of School Boards in the amount of $700.00.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
SET TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING
Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Jackson moved and
Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education School District 148, set
the time, date and location for the Truth in Taxation Hearing for 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December
20, 2012 at the District 148 Administrative Office, 114 West 144 th Street, Riverdale, Illinois.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
ADOPT RESOLUTION TO STOP SEQUESTRATION
Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Bendell moved and Member
William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education School District 148, adopt
Resolution 11152012, a Resolution to Stop Sequestration urging Congress and the
Administration to amend the Budget Control Act to mitigate the drastic cuts to education that
would affect our students and communities, and to protect education as an investment critical to
economic stability and American competitiveness.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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ACCEPT RESIGNATION
Member Moro moved and Member Wooten seconded the motion that the Board of Education
accept the resignation of the following employee: Amber Williams, 8 th Grade Math Teacher,
Lincoln School, effective November 8, 2012.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
EMPLOYMENT
CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
Member Bendell moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education employ the following certified employees for the 2012-13 school year at the following
positions and at salaries based upon the following steps and lanes as determined by the most
current Board/DEA Agreement in effect at any time during the 2012-13 school year, contingent
upon satisfactory receipt of all required employment mandates:
Crystal Briney, Preschool for All Teacher, Early Childhood Center, BA Step 1, effective October
29, 2012,
Vicky Maslowski, Seventh Grade Science Teacher, Lincoln Junior High, MA Step 1, effective
October 25, 2012,
Tiffany Moo Young-White, Seventh Grade Math Teacher, Lincoln Junior High, MA+10 Step 1,
effective October 22, 2012 and
Monique Travis, First Grade Teacher, Lincoln School, BA Step 1, effective October 25, 2012.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
EMPLOYMENT
NON-CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
Member Wooten moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education employ the following non-certified employees effective the following dates,
at the following positions, and at salaries as determined by the most current Board/DSA
Agreement in effect, contingent upon satisfactory receipt of all employment mandates:
John Kenniel, 10 month Secretary, Washington School, effective October 23, 2012 and
Regina Pates, Office Assistant Floater, District Wide, effective November 12, 2012.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
TABLE MOTION RESCIND HONORABLE DISCHARGE
Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion to table the motion to
rescind the honorable dismissal of Robert Nelson, Full Time Custodian, Lincoln School,
effective October 12, 2012 approved at the October 25, 2012 Regular Board Meeting.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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APPROVE BILLS AND ACCOMPANYING FINANCIAL REPORTS
Member Jackson moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education approve the bills presented for payment for the month of November as printed under the
Administration – Action Reports, Agenda Items H-2a - H-2m totaling $655,613.64 and the
accompanying Financial Reports, directing the secretary to place all reports on file for audit.
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT SUB-TOTAL GRAND TOTAL
a. Regular Bills $412,929.08
b. District Band 485.25
c. ECC Grant 13,134.76
d. Idea Grant 101,743.00
e. Idea Grant - Preschool 11,591.00
f. Title I 12,768.63
g. Title II 198.12
h. GSA – Police Liaison 6,312.13
i. GSA - Referees 480.00
j. GSA - Other 21,954.11
TOTAL $581,596.08
k. Total Custodians Extra Time 1,732.30
l. Total Secretaries Overtime 198.76
m. Total Substitute Payroll 72,086.50
TOTAL Overtime/Substitutes $74,017.56
GRAND TOTAL $655,613.64
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
ACCEPT STUDENT ACTIVITY ACCOUNT REPORT
Member Moro moved and Member Lawrence seconded the motion that the Board of Education,
School District 148, accept the Student Activity Account Report as submitted.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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ACCEPT BUILDINGS & GROUNDS REPORT
Following a recommendation from the Building and Grounds Committee, Member William
Gunter moved and Member Wooten seconded the motion that the Board of Education, School
District 148, accept the Buildings and Grounds Report as submitted.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
An opportunity was extended to the audience to address the Board of Education. The Board
President reminded the audience to give the secretary their name and address, and please
keep their comments brief, to no more than three minutes, so everyone can have an opportunity
to address the Board.
An audience member spoke reporting that his address is 14250–14251 Pennsylvania Avenue,
Dolton, IL. The community member said it was thoughtful for the Board to give an award to Mrs.
Selix, that he believed Mrs. Selix made sure everything was organized and that she has always
been a person of integrity. He spoke about the difficult job he believed the teachers have and
complimented teachers and the Board for all they do for the children of the District.
In that there were no other questions or comments from the audience, this portion of the
meeting was closed.
MISCELLANEOUS
Member Jackson moved and Member William Gunter seconded the motion to table the
miscellaneous section of the meeting until after Closed Session.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
CLOSED SESSION
Member Jackson moved and Member Lawrence seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, School District 148, move into Closed Session at 8:40 p.m. to discuss:
Pending Litigation, 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11), Performance of Specific Employees, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1),
Student Discipline Cases, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(9) and Collective Bargaining Matters 5 ILCS
120/2(c)(2).
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
Member Jackson moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, School District 148, return to Open Session at 9:29 p.m.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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ACTIONS FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION
TAKE FROM THE TABLE
Member Bendell moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education take from the table the motion to rescind the honorable dismissal.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
RESCIND HONORABLE DISMISSAL
Member Jackson moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion to rescind the
honorable dismissal of Robert Nelson, Full Time Custodian, Lincoln School, effective October
12, 2012 approved at the October 25, 2012 Regular Board Meeting.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
TAKE FROM THE TABLE
Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion that the Board of Education
take from the table the miscellaneous section of the meeting.
On individual roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
MISCELLANEOUS
Mrs. Jackson, Board President advised the Board Members to take their I Pads to the
Conference this weekend for note taking and to be sure to get receipts.
ADJOURNMENT
Member Jackson moved and Member Faith Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of
Education, School District 148, adjourn the Meeting held on November 15, 2012 at 9:34 p.m.
On roll call, the following vote was taken:
Ayes: Moro, Wooten, Lawrence, Faith Gunter, Bendell, William Gunter, Jackson
Nays: None
Motion Carried
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Joyce Jackson, President James Bendell, Secretary
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