E. HOLMES DISTRICT — With their service to the district coming to an end, interim Superintendent Jon Ritchie and interim Assistant Superintendent Kris Pipes-Perone on Monday were given additional financial compensation for “going above and beyond.” Last August, the board entered into an agreement with Tri-County Educational Service Center for interim services through the current school year after, previously taking action to authorize Tri-County Educational Service Center to conduct the superintendent search. The initial hope was to have a new superintendent in place by the start of the school year, or shortly thereafter. But, despite receiving 24 applications for the position, the board felt time constraints prevented the board from conducting …show more content…
“They came into a tough situation. They helped the board and were great assets to the district. This is a small way of thanking them,” said board President Jeremy Kauffman. The process got an unexpected start a year ago when Joe Edinger who resigned the position with three years remaining on his own five-year contract. Serving the district was a job Ritchie said was enjoyable. “You have a fantastic school district, and I am extremely impressed with the students and staff. I was fortunate to work with the board, which is truly focused on what is best for the district and community. You are in able hands moving forward.” Pipes-Perone, who previously served as superintendent for the West Holmes district, in which she also lives, said, “It was a great opportunity for me. I was able to figure out the eastern end is just as good as the western end.” She said she is glad she could help out and will take with her many friendships made during her time at East Holmes. Kauffman said the pair went “above and beyond” what the district expected, with one of the two present in the district nearly every
The second law case, 468 U.S. 883, was documented in the Supreme Court of United States on July 5th, 1984. The case lectured about Amber Tatro, an 8-year-old girl from Texas who was diagnosed with Spina Bifida, and discussed whether the school should provide catheterization service to her during class hours. This was the first case for the Court to define the distinction between “School Health Services” and “Medical Services”.
The First Amendment being fought over, in 2004, Elk Grove Unified School District vs. Newdew, a father challenged constitutionality of requiring public school teachers to lead the Pledge of Allegiance, which included the phrase " Under God", since 1954. The court determined that mr. Newdew, as a non-custodial parent, did not have standing to bring the case to
Justice Ruth Ginsburg’s opinion in a 2009 Supreme Court case, Safford Unified School District v. Redding, effectively answers the question. In this case, a 13-year-old girl who had been strip-searched at school by the authorities on suspicion of hiding some ibuprofen pills that may be bought over-the-counter. When her fellow justices expressed that they are not troubled by the search, Ginsburg says, “They have never been a 13-year-old girl. It’s a very sensitive age for a girl. I didn’t think that my colleagues, some of them, quite understood.” Her words reveal that women judges bring a new perspective and understanding of the effects of the laws on women and young girls.
The floor was then ceded to Superintendent, Dr. Richard Faidley, who provided a detailed account of various personnel changes within the district. This report included resignations, unpaid leave approval, change in status of current professional and support staff, new professional and support staff hires, and extracurricular appointments. Interestingly, the wife of board member Chmielewski, who currently works as a part-time nurse in the district, was approved as a substitute nurse. This vote was separated from the roll call votes on all other positions to allow Dr. Chmielewski to abstain.
I want to take this opportunity to express my appreciation and high level of gratification over the fact that Dr. Freddie Williamson is named the Regional Superintendent of the Year!
E. HOLMES DISTRICT — It takes but a quick glance around his office at Chestnut Ridge Elementary to realize Principal J.T. Luneborg is a fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes.
The district court had jurisdiction of this action under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 because this issue involves a federal question. The district court granted Defendant’s motion for summary judgment on March, 2018. Petitioner’s filed their notice of appeal within the 30-day limit allowed by Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 4(a)(1)(B). This court has jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1291, which provides for review of all final decisions of district courts.
Bethel School District v. Fraser 478 U.S. 675, involved the Bethel School District and a student named Matthew Fraser. The case dealt with freedom of speech in public schools. During a student government speech Fraser used inappropriate language that included sexual innuendos in order to nominate a fellow classmate. The speech created a rowdy audience of over 600 students. Fraser argued that the school violated his First Amendment rights when they suspended him for his endorsement of a fellow classmate. After being tried and appealed in the Ninth Circuit in 1984, the case found it’s was to the United States Supreme Court in 1986. The U.S. Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals decision and ruled that school officials did NOT violate Fraser’s
In 1992, a student of Santa Fe High School in Texas said a prayer before a football game. This student was elected by other students of the school to speak before the game which was regularly allowed by the Texas school district. The school’s policy specifically stated that any speeches given were to be non-religious, but the court ruled that the policy violated the Establishment Clause. The court argued that since the football game is a school sponsored event that the speeches would also be received by the public as school sponsored. The final decision in the Santa Fe Indep. School Dist. v Doe court case was that the school was only allowed to “promote good sportsmanship and student safety, along with establishing the appropriate environment
The formality of honoring both new members of the board and newly hired teachers was surprising to me. Swearing in three new board members, the electies proudly posed for a picture with their family members. Afterwards, the meeting turned to honoring the new county teachers. I was surprised that
Good members will work tirelessly to represent the school districts they serve and will be sure every decision is explained and understood. The Smithville School Board needs members who have integrity, respect and hold a strong moral compass in order to succeed. Social media is the first decider for elections in our current society and after researching Michael Till’s ,I can assure all that he does not fill the need character traits to help the Smithville School Board or School District
Abington School District v. Schempp is a 1963 Supreme Court Case that challenged religious prayer and teachings in Pennsylvania public schools. The Pennsylvania law made it a requirement for schools in all districts to read from the Bible (at least 10 verses) every day before class began. There was also a clause included in the state action that allowed for any child to be excused from the reading with specific permission from their parent or guardian. The question that this case asks is if it is unconstitutional for public schools to mandate children to partake in Bible teachings and practices before classes began. The reason this case was heard in front of the Supreme court is because the Abington School District wanted to reverse an earlier decision by a district court. The district court decided in favor of the Schempp family and found that forced prayer in public schools, even with an opt out clause, still violates the Constitution under the First and Fourteenth Amendments. Once the case was heard in front of the United States Supreme Court, eight out of the nine justices agreed with the previous district court’s ruling and found that prayer in public schools is unconstitutional.
In a public statement the board said they are, “committed to following an appropriate process, to conducting the search carefully, and to finding the best possible Superintendent for Pickens
Consolidation of the boards occurred from 1898 – 1901. At that time a central board was established, superintendents of schools, school regulations, and
The agenda was precise and followed routine procedures regarding presentation of information. As usual the local school board of Cullman City Schools was very clear and methodical in the presentation of the agenda and maintained a strong sense of professionalism throughout the meeting. The groups that asked questions and had concerns seemed to very pleased with the responses that they received from the school board. The information that was provided to the various groups and parents helped the various groups gain a better understanding of the school board’s position on specific topics all while providing a clear understanding of the overall outcome that the school is wishing to achieve. The announcement of another special called board meeting on October 9th, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. was made. This announcement was made to inform all individuals who wish to attend, the opportunity to once again be a part of the ongoing discussion and search for the next superintendent of Cullman City