It’s now easier for underprivileged kids to attend Culver Elementary School’s new pre-K program. Principal Erin Proskey told the school board Monday that the program was officially designated a legally licensed exempt preschool by the state last week. Continue reading
Wage and Salary Schedule Put in Place for Culver School Employees
The Culver School Board has adopted a wage and salary schedule for school employees. Superintendent Karen Shuman says it lists all of the positions that exist in the corporation, along with their starting salaries. It also outlines the increments of raises, based on employees’ performance evaluations. Shuman says the wage and salary schedule doesn’t involve any major changes to employees’ existing pay levels.
Culver School Bus Drivers Will Have to Work on Planned eLearning Days
Planned eLearning days will give Culver school bus drivers a chance to complete required training. On Monday, the Culver School Board approved an update to the corporation’s recently adopted eLearning policy, at the recommendation of Superintendent Karen Shuman.
Culver School Board Approves Purchase of Accessible Minibus
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is getting a new handicap-accessible minibus. On Monday, the school board approved a purchase agreement with Starcraft, at the recommendation of Superintendent Karen Shuman.
Work Wrapping Up on Culver Community Middle/High School Secure Entrance Project
Culver Community Middle/High School’s new secure entrance should be complete by the end of the month. Superintendent Karen Shuman gave the school board an update on the project Monday.
Culver School Board to Discuss Salary Schedule, Extracurricular Assignments Tonight
The Culver School Board will consider a corporation wage and salary schedule when it meets tonight. Board members will also review their schedule for putting together the 2019 budget. The list of extracurricular assignments for the 2018-2019 school year will be up for board approval, along with a revision to the school corporation’s eLearning policy.
Culver Elementary School Finalizing Preparations for Pre-K Program
Culver Elementary School is getting ready to welcome its first preschool students. “We are full-fledged still going forward,” Superintendent Karen Shuman told the school board last week. “We have two sections of preschool in place. [Transportation Director] Paul [Widman] and I have worked out the transportation routes, so they’ll be attending the same number of hours as the regular students, and we’ll keep mapping that out as registration comes.”
Crossroads Church Helps with Landscaping Upgrades at Culver Elementary School
Culver Elementary School recently got some landscaping upgrades, thanks to one of its regular tenants. Earlier this month, volunteers from Crossroads Church pulled weeds and laid down 70 bags of mulch, among other improvements, according to Principal Erin Proskey.
Culver School Board Reviews Student Handbook Updates
Students at Culver Community Schools will see some updated discipline policies when they return to school next month. The 2018-2019 student handbooks were presented to the Culver School Board last week.
Culver School Board Renews Technology Director’s Contract, Approves Budget Transfer
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is keeping Daniel Medesi as its technology director. A contract renewal was approved by the school board Monday.
Culver School Board Updated on Middle/High School Construction Project
Work on Culver Community Middle/High School’s secure entrance is moving along. As part of the project, a new main entrance is being built where the library was, while other areas are being reconfigured.
Culver School Board Approves Middle/High School Book Rental Fees
The Culver School Board has finalized book rental fees and meal prices for the upcoming school year.
Culver School Board Decides to Move Ahead with Property Tax Referendum
The Culver School Board has decided to proceed with a property tax referendum. Board members approved a resolution Monday to place an operating referendum on the November 6 ballot.
Culver School Board to Decide on Referendum Tonight
The Culver School Board is expected to decide tonight whether to put an operating referendum on the November ballot. In an operating referendum, school districts ask voters for permission to raise property taxes up to a certain amount over a period of up to eight years. That money is then used to help fund teacher salaries and educational programs. Continue reading
Culver School Board May Consider Change to Cavalier Sports Park Funding Mechanism
A technical change is being considered for Culver’s proposed Cavalier Sports Park. The project would upgrade a piece of property owned by the Culver Community Schools Corporation that’s currently used for youth soccer fields, as one of the town’s Stellar Communities projects. Planned improvements include restrooms, a concession stand, a walking trail, and more parking.
Culver School Board Renews Business Manager’s Contract
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is keeping Casey Howard as its business manager. A contract renewal was approved by the school board Monday. Howard said the only changes were a reduction in the days of service and an increase in the life insurance policy.
Culver School Board Accepts Donations for Reading Program, Costa Rica Trip
Some Culver Community Schools programs will be getting a boost, thanks to a pair of donations accepted by the school board Monday. “Culvers Lion’s Club gave the Spanish Club $500 for their Costa Rica trip, and the Culver PTO has given both $500 to the elementary and then to the middle school reading program,” explained Superintendent Karen Shuman.
Culver School Board Approves Elementary School Book Rental Fees
The Culver School Board finalized elementary school book rental fees for the upcoming school year Monday. Fees will vary depending on grade level. Second grade will be the lowest at $84, while kindergarten will be highest at $123. Superintendent Karen Shuman said those amounts include book rental as well as other expenses throughout the course of the school year. Continue reading
Culver School Board Working to Clarify eLearning Policies
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is working to clarify its policies when it comes to eLearning. A new eLearning policy was approved by the school board Monday, at the recommendation of Superintendent Karen Shuman.
Preparations Underway for Culver Community Middle/High School’s New Main Entrance
Work on Culver Community Middle/High School’s secure entrance will soon be underway. Plans call for a new main entrance to be built where the school’s library currently is.
