Meeting Minutes
Board Meeting Minutes for Dixie Montessori Academy
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry, Laura Snelson
Others In Attendance: Kim Vansickle, Amber Bain, Julie Atwood, Cheryl Ashcraft, Heather King, Kathy Thiriot, Andi Bergen, Rachel Webb |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Jim Haendiges proposes we accept the minutes with the correction of unanimous with those present.
Laura Snelson seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry, Laura Snelson |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes that we move $5000 from the 240 benefits budget to the technology section.
Dave Berry seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry, Laura Snelson (Roll Call) |
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Board Governance | Chair | ||
Closed Session | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we go in to closed session under Utah code 52-4-205(1) for to discuss Staffing as well as specific Board Member behavior.
No action items needed from the closed session. |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting.
Laura Snelson seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry, Laura Snelson (Roll Call) |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/g7frk24orrize9f/2019-02-21.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry
Board Members Absent: Others In Attendance: Julie Atwood, Jenn Martinsea, Cheryl Ashcraft, Heather King, Faith Havick, Kathy Thiriot, Andi Bergen, Rachel Webb, Dina Keeler |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the minutes with the correction of unanimous with those present. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
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Director’s Report | Director | ||
Finance Report | Business Manager | ||
Board Governance | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones Motions we create the Policy Committee with Jim Haendiges leading that. Dave Berry seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Dave Berry, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the School year calendar as submitted. |
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Closed Session | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we go in to closed session under Utah code 52-4-205(1) for the mid-year evaluation of the Director and Business Administrator
No action items needed from the closed session. |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry (Roll Call) |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/leaylgym0lzpxgw/2019-01-10.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry
Board Members Absent: Others In Attendance: Julie Atwood, Jenn Martinsea, Cheryl Ashcraft, Heather King, Faith Havick, Kathy Thiriot, Andi Bergen, Rachel Webb | 6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary |
Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the minutes as read. | |
Director’s Report | Director | Let it be known on the record that will did look over The Parent Involvement Policy in our workshop. | |
Finance Report | Business Manager | ||
Board Governance | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones Motions we create the Policy Committee with Jim Haendiges leading that. Dave Berry seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Dave Berry, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we accept the School year calendar as submitted. Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry | |
Closed Session | n/a | ||
Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting. Dave Berry seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry | 7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/j9q5c0qrupyqkjf/2018-12-13.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Call to Order/ Roll Call | Board Members in attendance: Liz Metcalf, Dave Berry, Beaudry Jones, Melodie Hardy
Board Members Absent: Laura Snelson, Jim Haendiges |
7:00pm |
Early Literacy Program | Motion: Melodie Hardy proposes we accept the Early Literacy Program
Beaudry Jones seconds |
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Meeting Adjourned | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we close the meeting
Melodie Hardy seconds Aye (Roll Call): Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melodie Hardy, Beaudry Jones |
7:05pm |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/3j19dsb0a6p7h2o/2018-10-23.MP3?dl=0
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Laura Snelson
Board Members Absent: Others In Attendance: Julie Atwood, Jenn Martinsea, Cheryl Ashcraft, Heather King |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the minutes as read.
Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Laura Snelson |
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Board Governance | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones Motions we accept the Utah Grants Goal for Fiscal year 19 as presented
Laura Snelson seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Laura Snelson, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges |
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Closed Session | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we go into closed session under Utah code 52-4-205(1) to discuss specific student behavior and recent disciplinary actions.
Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Laura Snelson, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges No actions items |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes that we adjourn the meeting. Laura Snelson seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Laura Snelson, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/cqxj5yskpf3sxld/2018-10-18.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Jim Haendiges, Melody Hardy
Board Members Absent: Laura Snelson Others In Attendance: Julie Atwood, Dina Keeler, Jenn Martinsea, Amber Campbell, Andi Bergen, Cheryl Ashcraft, Kathy Thiriot |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Secretary | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the minutes as read.
Melody Hardy seconds Aye: Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges |
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Board Governance | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we reaffirm the Annual Board Calendar Policy as it stands
Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept Emergency Director Succession with the change to the last line “The board will approve successor as needed” Dave Berry seconds Aye: Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes that we adjourn the meeting. Melody Hardy secondsAye(Roll Call): Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/pfhckxygt3tfnrp/2018-09-13.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Jim Haendiges, Laura Snelson
Board Members Absent: Melody Hardy (notice given) |
6:30 |
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the minutes as read. Dave Berry seconds Aye: Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Laura Snelson, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes that we adjourn the meeting.
Jim Haendiges seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Laura Snelson, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/eqtyziu10ebntd2/2018-08-08.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Melody Hardy, Jim Haendiges Board Members Absent: Laura Snelson |
6:30 |
Read Vision and Mission Statement | Chair | ||
Closed Session | Chair | Motion: Melody Hardy motions that we go into close session to discuss items under Utah Code 52-4-205(1), to discuss Mrs. Ashcraft’s contract.
Beaudry Jones seconds Aye(Roll call): Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges Action Items Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we extend the employment contract to Cheryl Ashcraft as outlined in the closed session. Melody Hardy Seconds Aye(Roll call): Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting.
Liz Metcalf seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/wlvu2ea4o63a4hh/2018-07-11.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Presenter | Questions to answer | Time | |
Board Meeting Call to Order | Chair | Board Members in Attendance: Liz Metcalf, Beaudry Jones, Dave Berry, Melody Hardy, Laura Snelson, Jim Haendiges | 6:30 |
Read Vision and Mission Statement | Chair | ||
Closed Session | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we go into close session to discuss items under Utah Code 52-4-205(1), regarding hiring of new director. Melody Hardy seconds Aye(Roll call): Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Laura Snelson, Jim Haendiges Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we extend an offer to Julie Atwood to serve as our director at DMA. Motion: Laura Snelson proposes we accept the compensation package for the new director. |
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Adjourn | Chair | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions that we adjourn the meeting.
Melody Hardy seconds Aye: Liz Metcalf, Melody Hardy, Beaudry Jones, Laura Snelson, Jim Haendiges, Dave Berry |
7:30 |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/76sqz81vbnisrar/2018-06-27.mp3?dl=0
Vision
At DMA, our vision is to awaken within each child their unique potential that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Mission
The mission of Dixie Montessori Academy (DMA) is to provide a child-centered, individualized grade K-7 education founded upon the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. DMA will foster a structured environment of freedom and discovery in which each child can reach his or her full academic, social, and personal potential. Graduates of DMA will demonstrate creative thinking, self-discipline, respect, and cooperation, and will build a solid foundation for future success.
Call to Order/ Roll Call | Board Members in attendance: Liz Metcalf, Dave Berry, Beaudry Jones, Melodie Hardy
Board Members Absent: Laura Snelson, Jim Haendiges |
6:00pm |
Approve 2018-2019 School Land Trust Plan | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the school land trust as outlined in the email to us for 2018-19
Melodie Hardy seconds |
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Discuss and approve summer Montessori Training for new Teachers | Motion: Beaudry Jones proposes we accept the custom Montessori Workshop Training from Julie Wand should take place in our building (DMA) with notice that because we are not charging her our standard rental fee, that she will only have access through a current staff member
Melodie Hardy seconds |
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Meeting Adjourned | Motion: Beaudry Jones motions we close the meeting
Dave Berry seconds Aye (Roll Call): Dave Berry, Liz Metcalf, Melodie Hardy, Beaudry Jones |
6:30pm |
Audio Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/dwt6u68t5gapsmg/2018-06-01.mp3?dl=0