Louisville, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The North Clay Board of Education held their regular meeting Wednesday, but the meeting wasn’t only in the Unit office this time around.
The Board got a first-hand look at the construction and additions to the school, with Ben Menke of Poettker Construction leading the tour. The flooring and ceiling tiles in the high school have been removed, with Ben reporting they are looking to start on both by Friday. Certain areas are changing, including bathrooms changing spots and the student union room getting a makeover. The Board asked a few questions on the timeline, specifically what work will be getting done when students are back in school. Menke stated they will be working on one of the stairways and rebuilding around that area as the school year progresses, with an emphasis on being as little of a distraction as possible.
The Board will take another tour next month to monitor the progress.
The Board also:
- Approved renewal of district membership with Illinois Association of School Business Officials
- Authorized Superintendent to create a FY25 tentative budget
The Board also announced positive news from both the High School and Grade School. The North Clay High School FFA took the spotlight with 13 students participating for a total of 78 entries. Jady Logan was awarded Reserve Champion Steer, Shelly Pierson Reserve Champion Beef Showmanship, Sierra Payne Grand Champion Steer, Grand Champion Showmanship Horse, and Grand Champion Confirmation Horse, Lily Worthey Reserve Champion Buck, Isabella Barbee won Grand Champion Horse and Rider and Reserve Champion Showmanship, and Paris VanDyke for Grand Champion Ewe and Grand Champion Market Lamb.
The Board then went into a brief closed session.
Upon returning from Closed Session, the following motions were made:
- Approval of Maternity Leave for Lauren Schafer. Approved 5-0
- Hire Adam Frederick as Girls JH Track Coach for the 24-25 school year Approved 5-0
- Hire Ben Rounds as a full time bus driver for the 2024-2025 school year Approved 5-0
- Hire Diona Griffy as a full time bus driver for the 2024-2025 school year Approved 5-0
- Hire Cameron Crays as a permanent sub for 24-25 school year Approved 5-0
- Hire Nick Carter as a full time paraprofessional for the 24-25 school year Approved 5-0
- Hire Brandi Graham as full time paraprofessional for the 24-25 school year Approved 5-0
- Accept the letter of resignation of Jessica Percival as HS Science Club Sponsor. Approved 5-0
- Approve a leave of absence for Karen Williamson. Approved 5-0
- Give permission to administration to to hire necessary certified and non-certified staff Approved 5-0
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