The Greensburg Community Schools board of education took a look at budget proposals and the high school curriculum at its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night.
The first new topic to be addressed by the school board involved the ADM update, or average daily membership. According to school superintendent Tom Hunter, the update examined demographics of the school system. Since last year, Greensburg Community Schools saw an increase in its total student body by just seven students. Essentially, Hunter explained, the number was in line with what he had predicted, though he expects a spike in the number in about five to seven years. The addition of seven students was the smallest growth in the last few years, Hunter noted. The number is important because it has much to do with the amount of money the school system receives from the state.
Next, Sue Auffenberg, Greensburg Community High School guidance, briefed the board about potential changes to the high school curriculum. In English and Language Arts, Auffenberg said that she hopes to begin encouraging the right students to attempt more difficult classes. She also explained that French classes may be replaced by another foreign language subject and that the social studies department might be dropping its Art History course. Auffenberg cited declining interest and the subject’s coverage in other art classes. She presented the school board with a “crash course” in the areas that she and Principal Phil Chapple had examined with focus and concern.
Auffenberg also suggested implementing an SAT prep program since colleges rely heavily on SAT scores for admittance. The board agreed with her and unanimously approved the future implementation of an SAT prep seminar.
The school board members also still had the budget on their minds, and the specifics of the budget had previously been published in editions of the Greensburg Daily News. According to assistant superintendent Dr. Dennis Goldberg, the budget is data driven, and he goes through and examines almost every item of expenditure on the budget with help from a few others.
“The end result is worth it,” Goldberg said.
The board also appointed Gary Bailey as the 9th grade girls basketball coach and Kendra Westerfeld as the new elementary school teacher. The board accepted resignations from Eric Schreiber and Ethan Schreiber, and gave a temporary leave of absence to Patricia Huser. Finally, the school board gave special recognition and congratulations to the Greensburg High School Girls Golf Team which finished 14th at State, with special mention of Brianna Scheidler and Megan Gindling, and to the Greensburg High School Tennis Team, which became Sectional Champs. Bill Edwards was also recognized as District IV Athletic Director of the Year by the IHSAA.
The next scheduled meetings for the school board include a budget adoption hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 27 and the regular meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
News
GCS Board Keeps Numbers in Line
- News
-
-
Commissioners approve grant application
At their regular meeting Monday morning, the Decatur County Commissioners received an update from Bob Barker, of the Decatur County Parks and Recreation Department, regarding funding for and repairs to Greensburg's public pool.
-
Medical mission a success for First Baptist
A medical Mission trip organized by Greensburg's First Baptist Church brought dental and medical care to many impoverished citizens of the Dominican Republic recently.
-
Sexual predator arrested
At approximately 11:50 a.m. Saturday, Trooper Randel Miller was patrolling I-65 when he stopped a 2006 Dodge Charger near the 51 mile marker southbound for a traffic violation.
-
Dr. Bennett plans polar plunge
It was a spur of the moment decision.
In that moment, jumping into a lake in the middle of February sounded like a good idea. -
GPD arrests three, issues felony charges
Arrests warrants for David R. Drew, 41, and Angela S. Drew, 38, of 417 North AmRhein Drive were issued Thursday, Feb. 2.
-
Semi overturns on SR 3
A semi overturned on State Road 3 South Friday afternoon resulting in minor injuries to the driver.
-
Off-duty trooper makes three arrests
Jefferson County - At approximately 11:20 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1 Indiana State Police Trooper Randel Miller, while off duty and in plain clothes, was at a CVS Drug Store in Madison when he noticed a gentleman in a 1998 Ford Escort smoking a cigarette.
-
Library releases 2011 annual report
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library is proud to have provided over 3.3 million dollars of value to the community in 2011.
-
Best Super Bowl ad? Vote for your favorite
Naked M&Ms, an out-of-shape dog on a mission and Clint Eastwood delivering a passionate speech about American adversity -- these are among the favorite commercials that aired during Sunday's Super Bowl.
-
Concepts staff comfortable in new location
For about seven years, Bill and Teresa Nall's Concepts Salon and Day Spa has been a premier styling destination for hundreds of Decatur County residents.
- More News Headlines
-
Cab Driver Helps Wis. Family Escape House Fire
Greek Leaders Seek Deal As Bankruptcy Looms
Bernanke: Recovery Depends on Consumer Spending
Komen Official Out After Planned Parenthood Row
Staff Removed at LA School During Abuse Probe
Eastwood in Super Bowl Ad 'Compassionate'
Stranded Fishermen Rescued From Bay of Green Bay
Analyst: Outside Troops Won't Intervene in Syria
Murder Trial for Ex-U.Va. Lacrosse Player Begins
NY Giants Touch Down Victorious
Police: Father Planned Deadly Fire for Some Time
US, UK Pressure on Syria; More Homs Violence
Raw Video: Mass Killer Wants Medal, Freedom
Few Answers in Death of Sons of Missing Utah Mom
Court Strips Contador of Tour De France Title
Runaway Goat Leads Police on Wild Chase
And the Winner for Best Super Bowl Ad Is...
Romney Latest Poll to Join Let-me-explain Club
Blast Kills Husband of Missing Utah Mom, 2 Boys
Obama: US, Israel Will Work Against Iran Nukes
