Vincennes Community School Corporation

The board meeting included the approval of a consent agenda covering financial statements and personnel actions such as resignations, transfers, and donations. Two new teaching hires were introduced and welcomed to the district. The board conducted a second reading and approved policy changes regarding medication use, specifically relating to EpiPens. Additionally, the board approved the annual public school transfer capacity limits for the corporation's high school, middle school, and elementary schools.

The board meeting included several recognitions and reports. The superintendent, Greg Parsley, was honored as the District 7 Superintendent of the Year. The Bulldog Breakfast Club program at an elementary school was presented, highlighting its focus on math and reading standards, consistency, and student relationships. A school counselor from Clark Middle School was recognized for her significant contributions to student emotional intelligence and support. Additionally, a transportation maintenance assistant was honored as the employee of the month. The board also handled various personnel items, including retirements and new administrative appointments, and reviewed proposed changes to the corporate nurse policy.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding the 2019 Franklin Elementary Renovation Project, discussing budget adjustments due to changes in assessed valuation and construction costs. Progress updates were provided for the renovation projects at Vigo Elementary School. Recognitions were given to employees of the month for Riley Elementary and Clark Middle School. The board approved several personnel items, including resignations and recommendations, as well as the distribution of teacher appreciation grant funds. Additionally, the board approved various fundraising and facility use requests, policy and guideline revisions, a new English Language Learner support program for Clark Middle School, and delegated authority to the Superintendent to award a technology contract.

The board meeting agenda included recognizing employees from Riley Elementary School and Clark Middle School, as well as a consent agenda covering financial statements, personnel recommendations, support staff pay increases, donations, field trips, and use of facilities. Key decision items scheduled for the meeting included the ratification of the 2023-2025 teacher's contract and the adoption of the 2024-2025 school calendar.

The board meeting agenda included an update on the elementary renovation project and the recognition of the Farm Bureau Teacher of the Year. The consent agenda covered financial statements, personnel actions including resignations and terminations, donations, and various requests for field trips, fundraisers, and use of facilities. Discussion and decision items included a first reading of new and revised policies and guidelines, permission to conduct an alternative to expulsion program, and permission to advertise the 2019 budget.