The Celina Board of Education held its April meeting on Monday April 14th. The Board approved several personnel items which included the retirement of several long time district employees. Celina School Superintendent Brooke Gessler shared her thoughts during the meeting:

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AI Generated summary of Monday Night's meeting:

1. School District Operations and Updates

• Meeting Opening
  The Board of Education meeting was called to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call confirmed the presence of five members.
• Agenda Approval
  The agenda for the meeting was set for April 11th, with a revision to remove Morgan from the superintendent’s report. A motion was made and approved.
• CES Music Department Presentation
  The CES Music Department presented their activities, including performances by students selected for the Allstate choir. They discussed the benefits of new music rooms and shared past and upcoming events.
• Facilities Update
  Phil Metz provided an update on playground equipment installation and building enhancements, including roller shades and construction progress at the high school.
• Public Participation
  There was no public participation during the meeting.
• Financial Reports
  Michelle presented financial reports for March, including cash summary, bank reconciliation, and a donation to the TriStar Agricultural Industrial Technology Program.
• Personnel Items
  Brooke discussed personnel items, including retirements, rehire considerations, and adjustments to compensation plans. The board approved the motions.
• Stipend Payments
  The board was asked to approve stipend payments for various roles, including summer school assignments. The timing of stipends was discussed.

Conclusion

1. Agenda approved with revision.
2. Personnel items approved.

2. Board Meeting Discussions and Approvals

• Summer School Participation
  Discussion on the number of students participating in summer school, with an estimate of 40 to 50 high schoolers and some middle schoolers.
• Attachments Availability
  Clarification on the availability of attachments, which are sent via email but not yet on the website due to technical reasons.
• Board Approvals
  The board approved the list of physicians for bus driver physicals for the 2025-26 school year, a service agreement with Mercer County ESC, and the class of 2025 graduates.
• Head Start Report
  The board approved the Head Start report and the attached change in scope plan, which required separate motions.
• Head Start Birthday Party
  A board member shared their positive experience attending the Head Start birthday party, highlighting the engagement of teachers and students.
• Policy Changes
  Introduction of the spring version of policies for board approval in May, reflecting changes in law.
• Musical Performance
  A board member praised the recent musical performance and the efforts of the staff involved.

Conclusion

1. Attachments are intentionally sent via email to avoid website issues.
2. All motions were approved by the board.
3. Both motions for the Head Start report and change in scope plan were approved.
4. No action needed at this meeting; policies will be reviewed in May.

Next Arrangements

•  Public hearing for Tracy Dammeyer’s retire-rehire at the May 19th board meeting.