The Arbon School Board met on January 15, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. members Jason Williams, Melinda Campbell and Jake Evans were present as were Debbie Curry and clerk, Cheri Evans.

The motion was moved by Jake and seconded by Jason to approve the agenda. The motion was moved by Jake and seconded by Jason to approve the minutes.  The bills were reviewed. The motion was moved by Jason and seconded by Jake to approve them. The total M & O expenses for the month of January was $22,643.57. The school received $22.95 from the State Department, $26,333.80 from property taxes and $10.68 from interest on investments. The school M & O balance is $88,059.11. The Plant Facility received $3.97 from interest the Plant Facility balance is $38,645.68. The motion was moved by Jason and seconded by Melinda to approve the financial statement.

Debbie went over a list, E-readers, science supplies, I-pad to replace old laptop, DVD player for extra classroom and PE equipment, of things they would like to purchase from REAP funds.  After some discussion the board approved everything except the I-pad.  They would like the teachers to do some research before making a decision.

The Pauline Trustee Zone election is coming up in May.  The petitions will be available in March.  Having a supplemental levy in May was discussed briefly.  The board will likely hold an informational public meeting before an amount is decided on.

The first portion of teacher evaluations will be done in February. Parental input is part of the second portion of the teacher evaluation due in June. Melinda will have a parental survey completed by next month.

The next meeting will be held on February 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.  The motion was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting.  The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.