A few students and parents were in attendance for the beginning of the meeting for student of the month awards, but after that only employees and board members remained for the rest of the meeting. Superintendent Keith Tomes was not present at this meeting. The following are the highlights for the meeting:
Trona Care Community Clean Up - October 19th, Saturday, 8 A.M. to 12 noon. Meet at the Rec Hall.
TTA Report - Trona Teachers Association president reported to the board about tech issues, elementary Xmas program issue (gym or multipurpose room), and full time sub proposal.
Maintenance Report - Update to board regarding field goal post, fire alarm system, and invoices to be submitted to Cal OES for earthquake damage reimbursement.
Principal’s Report - Issues with Sophomore Concessions. Various proposals presented to board to deal with issues. Discussion of funding for Senior Trip and other related topics.
Categorical Coordinator - Alan Tsubota will be hired contingent upon approval of Systems of Support grant approval.
K-12 Principal - Joseph Wolfe will serve as K-12 Principal. He will receive a monthly stipend in addition to his regular salary for taking on these expanded responsibilities.
This was a fairly brief meeting. There will be a special meeting on October 24th to update the board on earthquake recovery efforts. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for the second Thursday in November.