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Board approves summer Camp Pack after debate over director pay and employee discount
Summary
The Pecatonica Area School District board approved the 2025 Camp Pack summer program (June 9–Aug. 13) with registration opening April 7; trustees debated a $5,000 lump sum for the director and a $15/day employee discount before approving the plan 6–1.
The Pecatonica Area School District board voted to approve the district’s proposed 2025 Camp Pack summer program after discussion about director compensation and an employee discount.
Dr. Scott presented program details: registration will open April 7 and close May 16; Camp Pack will operate June 9–Aug. 13 (closed June 25 for active‑shooter training and July 4). Hours for students will be 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (staff 7:15–4:45). The program’s capacity is 40. Pricing is $25 per day for students attending four to five days per week, $35 per day for three or fewer days, drop‑in $40 per day with 48‑hour notice (shorter notice may not be accommodated), and a reduced rate of $15 per day for employees. The proposal included staffing projections, daily vacation‑day allowances tied to attendance levels, a $10 per‑child field‑trip transportation charge and a plan to continue academic interventions during the program.
Board member S6 questioned pay practices for the camp director, asking why the director receives a lump sum in addition to an hourly rate. S6 asked, "How many hours do you anticipate her being here?" and sought a more transparent hourly accounting instead of a $5,000 lump sum. S6 also criticized the reduced $15 daily rate for district employees, saying it "seems extremely generous" and could be perceived as discriminatory. Dr. Scott defended the structure, saying other districts offer similar employee rates and noting the director performs year‑round preparation in addition to on‑site hours.
After discussion and clarifying questions about staffing and the lump sum, the board moved to approve the proposed operation, details, staffing and budget as presented. The motion passed 6–1.
The board recorded operational details to be implemented for registration and enrollment; Dr. Scott said he will return to the board if further details about academic interventions or staffing adjustments are needed.
Vote: motion carried 6 in favor, 1 opposed.
