December 2021

 

OLMC School Board Meeting Minutes

December 14, 2021

 

Members Present: Jason Swann, Leigh Gusta, Melissa Kramer, Mary Bondioli, Barry

Vesciglio, Liz Issler, Scott Stefan, Marlyn Cairatti, and Tammy Pullum were present. Angela

Holmes, Amanda Brazis, Liz Lively, and MaryEdna Russell were absent.

 

1. Opening Prayer

                Leigh called the meeting to order at 6:04pm and Fr. Mark led the Board in prayer.

 

2. School Committee report

                Kent Ingersoll reported that dates have been set for Fish Frys (3/11/21 & 4/8/21). The

committee is still keeping options open whether there will be an eat-in option as well as a

pick-up line. There is a Mardi Gras meeting on Thursday at 6:00pm; this event is also in

preliminary planning stages as to whether food will be pick-up only with the carnival during the

school day, or if an eat-in event with carnival in the evening will be possible.

 

                Butter braids/pizza/cookie dough sales were a success; early estimates show approx.

$8000 profit.

 

                Recess assessments have been successful; two parents right now are consistently

volunteering at recess times.

 

                Calendars are finally out for everyone to sell. Some families have sold theirs and are

asking for more, but at this time there are no more to give. The committee will be selling

calendars at all the masses this coming weekend and then after Christmas as well.

 

3. Principal’s Report

 

Restructuring of the Board into Standing Committees beginning spring

                Jason and Fr. Mark have discussed establishing several committees within the Board in

order for members to become more involved in specific issues regarding the school and church.

The proposed committees would include: Planning & Policy, Building & Grounds, Development,

and Mission Effectiveness. The members of the committees would potentially report to the

Parish Council as needed to communicate information. More info to follow.

 

Alcohol Policy

                Jason is planning to have drafts of the school’s policy ready soon for the Board to vote

on, then will add the policy to the school handbook.

 

All School Masses during Spring Semester

                Since the Our Lady of Guadalupe mass went well last week, we would like to be able to

open back up for All-School masses in the spring, as long as recommendations from the CDC,

health dept., etc. allow.

  

Update on Second Grade

                Mrs. Russell is back teaching part time and Amy Weaver is subbing in her absence. Ms.

Weaver is scheduled to student teach in the spring under Mrs. Russell, which will make for a

smooth transition.

 

4. Approval of November minutes

                Liz I. made a motion to approve November minutes and Mary seconded. All were in

favor, none opposed.

 

5. Pastor’s Report

                Fr. Mark reported that new lighting around the buildings had been installed, and they are

working on upgrading security cameras as well. Electrical specialists will be coming Thursday

to look at upgrading lighting in the gym. Also, where the metal building attaches to Cabrini,

there had been issues of settling water from rain. A company came and used barn siding to

alleviate this problem. And, Fr. Mark is meeting with someone on Wednesday to discuss

painting Cabrini.

                The church acquired the white house across the street, as well as the house on 18th St.

They will both be demolished and be empty lots for now. We would like to obtain the NAPA

building and the house next to Cabrini in the future.

                The Parish Council discussed its alcohol policy as well, and will be adopting a Parish

wide policy. Basically, a liquor license is necessary and will be obtained for any events where

alcohol will be sold. The council also pointed out that a notation should be included on any flyer

or advertisement for events, expressing whether it is a non-alcohol event.

                Server training will begin in the spring. Fr. Mark is considering having eighth graders

help train the younger students. Schedules will then be put together.

 

Dates for future meetings

                The next board meeting will be Tuesday, January 11 @ 6:00pm.

Future dates include: February 8, March 15, April 12, May 10, and June 14.

 

Closing Prayer

                Fr. Mark led the Board in a closing prayer.

 

Adjournment

                Liz I. motioned to adjourn at 6:30, and Barry seconded.

November 2021

OLMC School Board Meeting Minutes

November 9, 2021

 

Members Present:  Jason Swann, Leigh Gusta, Melissa Kramer, Angela Holmes, Mary Bondioli, Barry Vesciglio, Amanda Brazis, Liz Issler Scott Stefan, Marlyn Cairatti, Liz Lively, MaryEdna Russell and Tammy Pullum were present. 

 

1. Opening Prayer

                Leigh called the meeting to order at 6:03 pm and led the Board in prayer.

               

2.  School Committee report

                Kent Ingersoll was not available for report. 

 

3.  Principal’s Report

 

COVID Testing for Unvaccinated Staff

                5 staff members are testing weekly on Wednesdays.  No issues.  Test results are kept on file for possible audit.  No positive results to date. 

Discussion about OLMC Alcohol Policy (Parish Council)

                This topic is for discussion only currently.  An alcohol policy is needed for school and parish events and will be set soon.  Mr. Swann will bring a few sample policies for review to help with this process.    

Aides – Recess Aides

                We still need 1-2 recess aides/aides.  These are paid part-time positions. 

Return to tabled item – Yearbook outline and uniform pictures

                Mr. Swann commented that we did vote on this prior and then tabled the item.  (Vote was students would wear their uniforms in the yearbook photo.)  After much discussion, prior vote will not change. 

School Board President’s Report from Finance Sub-Committee

                As info, Leigh reported on a new group she has formed and is leading per Father Mark’s request.  Leigh, Liz Lively, Mary, Sara Hagler and Jason Swann are part of this newly formed group.  The purpose of this group is to help the parish grow again and invite families to come back after COVID and other reasons.   This is not a fund-raising group but instead looking to build community.  More details to come.   

Other School Related Business

                New mulch has been placed on the playground.  Thank you to all the families that assisted. 

4.  Approval of September Minutes

                 Liz I. made a motion to approve September minutes and Mary seconded. All were in favor, none opposed.     

5.  Pastor’s Report:  Father Mark Reyling (not in attendance)

                Mr. Swann gave the following report.  We are looking for a few priests to do masses this weekend due to the passing of Father Mark’s mother earlier this morning. 

  

 

Next regular board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 14 @ 6:00pm. 

 

 Liz I. motioned to adjourn at 7:11, and Melissa seconded. 

September 2021

OLMC School Board Meeting Minutes

September 14, 2021

 

Members Present:  Jason Swann, Leigh Gusta, Melissa Kramer, Angela Holmes, Mary Bondioli, Barry Vesciglio, Amanda Brazis, Liz Issler Scott Stefan, and Marlyn Cairatti were present.  Liz Lively, MaryEdna Russell and Tammy Pullum were absent. 

 

1. Opening Prayer

                Leigh called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm, and Mr. Swann led the Board in prayer.

               

2.  School Committee report

                Kent Ingersoll reported that this Sunday is the Pork Steak Dinner.  Some meals are still available for purchase.  Must order by 9/15.  All meals TO GO. 

 

5K and Bocce on October 9.  We are expecting the number of participants in the 5K to be down due to COVID.  More info to come next week on these items.

 

Other Upcoming Items include:

Butter Braid sales in November

Three Fish Fries to be held during Lent.  All will be TO GO meals. 

Possible Pork Steak Dinner in Spring. 

Possible partnership with Sergio in near future. 

Golf Scramble is scheduled for the Spring.  More info to follow. 

Calendars will be coming out in early November. 

 

Lunchroom Parents/New Assessment update - 1 person is interested.  More info will be sent out to all families to gauge further interest.  Those interested will assist in lunchroom and playground. 

 

3.  Principal’s Report

 

COVID Testing – Vaccination Update

Working out how to facilitate this requirement.  Gathering vaccination cards.  This requirement includes ALL teachers, staff, substitute teachers, volunteers, etc.  Herrin Unit 4 is using Achieve Testing to meet these requirements. Mr. Swann is checking with Achieve to look at possible partnership.  Also looking at Shield for this same purpose however we may not have the minimum required for their program.  Hoping to have more info soon.  Look for updates on this via email. 

 

Free Lunch Update – Fiscal

Lunches are free only for this year.  We will apply for this grant next year.  We have been reimbursed for August.  We can purchase some new equipment for the kitchen. 

 

Aides – Recess Aides

Looking for additional nurse and aides.  See ad in bulletin for more detail. 

 

Students/classroom & Health Department

OLMC follows Health Department directives.  This is our policy.  We require a release from quarantine and a negative test for return.  7 students are currently out for this reason. 

 

Key Fob Entry on Cherry Street Door

Looking to put key fob on this door.  It will be expensive.  $3-4.5K to do this.  Will consider after reviewing the info. 

 

Convocation Friday, October 8

This is a teachers’ event.  There will be no school on this day.  Also, next Tuesday there is a principal’s meeting on 9/21.  Mr. Swann will be in Belleville for this. 

 

Other School Related Business

Some students not following dress code.  This may be due to some uniform orders being on backorder. 

Lockdown drill held on 9/14 went well. 

Sept 19 at 11 am has been named Catechetical Sunday by Father Mark.  Faculty will be present and be recognized.         

The importance of board votes was discussed.  The yearbook photo decision will be tabled. 

 

4.  Approval of August Minutes

                 Melissa made a motion to approve August minutes with Jason’s amendment, and Mary seconded. All were in favor, none opposed.   (Yearbook photo issue will be tabled at this time) 

 

5.  Pastor’s Report:  Father Mark Reyling

                Meeting tomorrow at 7 pm for school board, finance committee and parish council. 

Vandalism issues with school and church include damage to the fountain motor, fence kicked in, and more.  The police are doing extra patrols.  

 

Next regular board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 12 @ 6:00pm.

 

 Liz motioned to adjourn at 6:46, and Marlyn seconded.