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Board Minutes

Thursday, November 8, 2007
Fort Totten Room, State Capitol
Bismarck, ND

The Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB) meeting was called to order by Pam Cronin, board chair.  All board members were in attendance.  The members are Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Office personnel who attended were Diane Weber and Janet Welk.   Individuals who attended were Doug Johnson for the ND Council of Educational Leaders, Gary Gronberg from the Department of Public Instruction, LeAnn Nelson from the North Dakota Education Association, Janell Cole from the Fargo Forum and Bill Peterson from the Attorney General’s Office.

Prior to the board meeting, the professional development subcommittee met.

A motion was made by Greg to add Steve Folmer, Danny Taylor, Tracy Hanzal, Sara Heller as case additions to the agenda. Second by Dan.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen. 

Don made a motion to approve the October, 2007 minutes as written.  Second by Neil.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.

Neil made the motion approving the financial report.  Second by Dan.  Motion carried.  Board members who were in favor were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen. The October, 2007 financial statement showed $40,950.22 in total income received $41,411.33 total expenses with a net income of a minus $461.11.   It was noted that a $25,000 transfer was made from the money market account into the checking account.    It was reported by Janet that October is normally a slow month, which is reflected on the income/expense statement.

The October 2007 licensure reported showed 244 total licenses issued. Don made the motion approving the licensure report.  Second by Paul.  Motion carried.   Board members who voted in favor were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.

Thanks to the efforts of Sylvia Vollan, 48 people have made commitments to NCATE/State training at Valley City State, November 28-30.  ESPB will be paying for the expenses incurred by the participants/trainers.  Janet invited the Board to be a part of the NCATE process.   She informed the group that ETS testing information for the 27 noncore areas will be available at the December meeting. She also continues to meet with the P-16 group.  The administrative rules public hearing will be held the end of the month.

Janet, Vida and Amy have been attending meetings dealing with mainframe/sequel data base migration.  The office has been viewing online renewal processes from other states.  The sharing of information is considered unexplored territory.   A governance data agreement needs be developed regarding rules, information breach, etc. 

Doug Johnson was the board education presenter.  Discussion was held on testing for administrators.

Neil summarized the professional development subcommittee morning activities.  The group would like to increase the renewal semester hour requirements from 4 to 5 hours in 2010; and from 4 to 6 hours in 2012.  Two of the five semester hours would need to be content specific. 

CASES
BAHR, JEREMY
A motion was made by Don to proceed with formal disciplinary action and offer a settlement agreement of a $250 fine.  Second by Greg.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were
Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo,  Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Paul Johnson was not present.  Mr. Bahr is employed at Edinburg Public Schools as a technology instructor.  NDCC 15.1-13-08 & 67.1-01-01-03

BROWN, WILLIAM
A motion was made by Nick to contact the school and verify the number of days Mr. Brown was employed as a substitute teacher.  Second by Greg.  Motion carried.  Board members who were in favor were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Paul Johnson was not present.  According to Mr. Brown’s license renewal form, he is a substitute teacher with the Ellendale School district.  Mr. Brown’s license was brought before the Board due to a possible fine.

DIETRICH, JESSICA
Neil made the motion to dismiss the Board’s previous decision; the settlement agreement of a $150 fine.  Second by Don.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Paul Johnson was not present.  Correspondence had been received from the Edinburg Public Schools stating the first day of school was August 23 not August 20 as previously indicated by Ms. Dietrich.  Per the Board’s request, Janet will contact Ms. Dietrich.

FOLMER, STEVE
Don made the motion to issue a subsequent, five-year license.  Second by Dan.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen. 
Since Mr. Folmer had checked yes to question #3 section two of the renewal form, the request was brought before the Board.  He is employed at Cannonball Public Schools as an elementary teacher.

GRINDER, ELIZABETH
Much discussion was done by the Board.   A motion was made by Paul to issue a letter of reprimand stating the seriousness of being in the classroom without a current license but due to the unique situation that Park Christian has schools in North Dakota and Minnesota the fine was waived by the Board.  The school will also be sent a copy of the letter.  Second by Kathy.  Motion carried. Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angelo Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Don Paulsrud voted no. 

HANZEL, TRACY
Much discussion was done by the Board.  Nick made a motion to obtain the State’s  Attorney  and  social services findings and the criminal judgment.  Also, Fort Yates Public Schools needs to be contacted to see if Mr. Hanzel informed the school of criminal charges.  Second by Don.  Motion carried.   It is hoped that the documentation was be available for the December meeting.   The request for inquiry was filed by Stanley High School, Mr. Hanzel’s former employer.

HELLER, SARA
A motion was made by Neil to deny issuance of a license.  Second by Don.  Motion carried.   Board members who voted in favor were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen. 
Ms. Heller contacted the Board because she has been unsuccessful in passing the Praxis II (elementary education curriculum instruction assessment) test.  Bill Peterson reminded the Board the passing of the Praxis II is part of the licensure requirement.  Janet will notify Ms. Heller.  NDCC 67.1-02-02(1)(b)
NASH, PENNY
Nick made a motion to contact Lidgerwood Public Schools to verify the number of days Ms. Nash was employed as a substitute teacher.  Second by Kathy.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Ms. Nash’s file was brought before the Board due to a possible fine.

RETTINGER, GORDON
A motion was made by Angela allowing Mr. Rettinger more time to respond to the request for inquiry.  He has until the December board meeting to respond.  Second by Don.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Nick Archuleta voted no. 

TAYLOR, DANNY
Don made a motion file a request for inquiry and contact the courts.  Second by Dan.  Motion carried.  Mr. Taylor’s license was before the Board due to pending criminal charges.  He is employed at Schroeder Middle School as a social studies instructor.

TORRES, HALEY
A motion was made by Neil to issue an initial, two-year license.  Second by Nick.  Motion carried.  Board members who voted in favor were Greg Allen, Nick Archuleta, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angela Korsmo, Paul Johnson, Neil Nordquist, Don Paulsrud, Marlene Srock and Dan Vainonen.  Ms. Torres’ license was brought before the Board due to her background check.

ADMINISTRATIVE CASES
LADUCER, MELVIN (JOHN)
Much discussion was done by the administrative board.  A motion was made by Greg to dismiss the case.  Second by Pam.  Motion carried.  Administrative board members who voted yes were Greg Allen, Pam Cronin, Kathy Kiedrowski, Angelo Korsmo, Paul Johnson and Dan Vainonen.  Mr. Laducer’s file was before the administrative board due to a possible breach of contract.  He is now employed at Turtle Mt. Community High School.

The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 13 via conference call.

   

 

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