October 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Omaha Public Schools Board of Education and Educational Service Unit 19 Board Meeting
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A. OPS Board Of Education Information
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Notice to visitors: If you wish to speak, please obtain a “Request to be Heard” form from the entry table and return the completed form to the table attendant or the Board of Education Director. The agenda will be kept current and available for public inspection in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Education at the Administrative Building during regular working hours. |
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B. Call to Order
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C. Pledge of Allegiance
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South High School's JROTC will present the Colors and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
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D. OPS Vision and Mission Statement
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The Vision: Every Student. Every Day. Prepared for Success.
The Mission: To prepare all students for success in college, career, and life. |
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E. Roll Call
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E.1. Excused/Unexcused Absence
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F. School Spotlight
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The #OPSProud Spotlight recognizes Omaha Public Schools students who were named 2025 National Merit Semifinalists.
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G. Board and Superintendent Communications
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G.1. Superintendent
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G.2. Board Members
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H. Public Comment and Recognition
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I. Consent Agenda
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At this time, any Board member may request that any item in the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately.
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I.1. Reading of Minutes
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I.1.a. Monday, September 16, 2024 - Budget Hearing
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I.1.b. Monday, September 16, 2024 - Regular Meeting
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I.1.c. Friday, September 20, 2024 - Special Meeting
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I.2. Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for Cooling Tower Replacement at Minne Lusa Elementary and Spring Lake Elementary
Rationale:
Pursuant to Policy 7003, F.4., Administration, in keeping with long-standing practice, the Substantial Completion for the Cooling Tower Replacement at Minne Lusa Elementary and Spring Lake Elementary, which was funded by COVID Federal Grants, is being submitted to the Board of Education for acceptance.
Contractor Project Completion Date MMC Mechanical Cooling Tower Replacement July 15, 2024 Contractor, Inc. at Minne Lusa Elementary and Spring Lake Elementary The completion date, as listed above, is the commencement date of the one-year warranty period and is required by the contract documents. This agreed-upon contractual date will provide continuity in the warranty start dates and considers that the Owner had beneficial use and occupancy of the facility.
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I.3. Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for McMillan Middle School Cooling Tower Installation
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Pursuant to Policy 7003, F.4., Administration, in keeping with long-standing practice, the Substantial Completion for the McMillan Middle School Cooling Tower Installation project, which was funded by COVID Federal Grants, is being submitted to the Board of Education for acceptance.
Contractor Project Completion Date MMC Mechanical OPS McMillan Middle July 7, 2023 Contractors, Inc., School Cooling Tower Replacement The completion date, as listed above, is the commencement date of the one-year warranty period and is required by the contract documents. This agreed-upon contractual date will provide continuity in the warranty start dates and considers that the Owner had beneficial use and occupancy of the facility. |
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I.4. Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for OPS Benson West Boiler Replacement
Rationale:
Pursuant to Policy 7003, F.4., Administration in keeping with long-standing practice, the Substantial Completion for OPS Benson West Boiler Replacement which was funded by COVID Federal Grants, is being submitted to the Board of Education for acceptance.
Contractor Project Completion Date Ray Martin Company Benson West Boiler Replacement August 29, 2024 The completion date, as listed above, is the date of commencement of the one-year warranty period and is required by the contract documents. This agreed-upon contractual date will provide continuity in the start dates of the warranties and consider that the Owner had beneficial use and occupancy of the facility.
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I.5. Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the OPS Wilson Focus Roof Top Unit (RTU) Replacement Project
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Pursuant to Policy 7003, F.4., Administration, in keeping with long-standing practice, the Substantial Completion for the OPS Wilson Focus Roof Top Unit (RTU) Replacement Project, which was funded by COVID Federal Grants, is being submitted to the Board of Education for acceptance.
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I.6. Approval to Add the Zum Services, Inc. Parent Application and Transportation Platform to Buses Owned and Operated by OPS to the Existing Contract From Bid 24-027: Bus Transportation Services (Projected 5-Year Additional Cost - $1,682,622.00)
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Fund:1 General Fund
Program: 2750 1% Regular Transportation 2760 79% School Age Special Transportation 3102 20% Preschool Special Education Dept. 7162800 Student Transportation Supplier: Zum Services, Inc. Policy: 7000, V., H. Amount: $1,682,622.00 Administration recommends approval to add the Zum Services Inc. Parent Application and Transportation Platform for installation and use on all District-Owned and operated special education buses. Administration requests a waiver of Board Policy No. 7000 bidding requirements to add this additional service for the District-Owned special education buses in order to provide parents with a single source to view their child’s bus status. This application improves safety, increases transparency, and provides timely communication for special needs students, their families, and schools. The extension of the current contract to cover buses owned and operated by Omaha Public Schools for special needs students will provide the same access to information that students receiving transportation from Zum Services Inc. currently experience. This includes the ability to view their child’s upcoming trips, including driver and vehicle information, track their child’s bus in real-time, and receive alerts when the bus is arriving. In addition, parents will be able to cancel their child’s same-day rides and provide feedback directly regarding their child’s experience on the bus. The Board of Education approved the contract with Zum Services, Inc. on May 6, 2024. The extension of this service to OPS-owned and operated buses is for a five-year term (matching existing contract including extensions with Zum Services Inc.) and includes the cost of the Software Subscription, Tablet & Related Hardware, Training, and Implementation. The projected 5-year cost is $1,682,622.00. The annual costs are shown below.
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I.7. Approval of Agreement with Benson High School Foundation to Fund the Design, Landscaping Plantings, and Ongoing Maintenance of The Area Around Benson High School Health Clinic
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Administration recommends the approval of the attached agreement with Benson High School Foundation to fund the design, landscaping plantings, the construction of memorial brick columns, and ongoing maintenance of the area around Benson High School Health Clinic. The Benson High School Foundation will contract with Green, Inc. to provide the landscaping design, plantings, and ongoing area maintenance as described in Exhibit A. Additionally, the Benson High School Foundation will contract with Masonry Construction, Inc. to provide the design, labor, and installation of brick memorial columns within the garden created by Green, Inc. Omaha Public Schools will provide a stamped concrete sidewalk through the area as outlined in Exhibit A. All other work for the design, installation and maintenance of the garden will be provided by the Benson High School Foundation. Local 226 has agreed to an MOU pending Board approval that allows the Benson Foundation to hire an outside firm to maintain this garden at the Foundation’s expense.
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I.8. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Service Employees International Union Local 226 Relating to Contracting Out of Landscaping Maintenance at Benson High School
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Administration recommends approval of the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Local 226). The District, through partnership with the Benson High School Foundation (Foundation), has recently completed construction of an addition to Benson High School, which will include certain landscaping and other external improvements. The Foundation would like to contract with Green Inc., to provide spring clean-up as well as bi-weekly maintenance of the landscape from April 2025 through September 2025 and fourteen (14) bi-weekly shrub bed maintenance of the Landscape during the same timeframe. Local 226 and the District have agreed that the Foundation may contract with Green, Inc. to provide maintenance of the landscape through September 2025, which services would normally be provided by employees of the District represented by Local 226.
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I.9. Approval of Agreement with Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. to Provide a School-Based Health Center at Kellom Elementary, Belvedere Elementary, King Science Middle, Northwest High, and Benson High Schools from October 8, 2024 through June 30, 2031, and from October 8, 2024, through August 31, 2031 for the Benson High School Site
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Administration recommends the approval of the attached agreements with Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. to establish a school-based health center at Benson High, Kellom Elementary, Belvedere Elementary, King Science Middle, and Northwest High. The District will provide suitable secure space, office furniture, and related equipment as necessary for the Health Center to operate at the agreed-upon location. Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. will remain licensed as a health clinic under Nebraska law and maintain provider status as an FQHC under federal law and as a Nebraska Medicaid provider while this agreement is in effect. The Health Center will provide age-appropriate primary care diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions at no charge to the District. The District considers the medical services provided by Charles Drew Health Centers as complementary and directly supportive of our educational mission. Accordingly, the District is not charging Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. for the use of this space. The initial term will run from October 8, 2024, through June 30, 2031, and be automatically extended for one (1) additional period of seven (7) years for the Kellom Elementary, Belvedere Elementary, King Science Middle, and Northwest High sites. The initial term will run from October 8, 2024, through August 31, 2031, and will be automatically extended for one (1) additional period of seven (7) years for the Benson High sites.
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I.10. Approval of Lease with Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. to Provide a Community Dental Clinic at Benson High School from September 2024 through August 2031
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Administration recommends the approval of the attached lease with Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. to establish a school-based community dental clinic at Benson High School. The District provides approximately 3,027 square feet of secure space, office furniture, and related equipment. Charles Drew Health Center staff will provide dental services to students and community members at no charge to the District. The District considers the dental and medical services provided by Charles Drew Health Centers as complementary and directly supportive of our educational mission. Accordingly, the District is providing the lease for the identified space for $1.00 per term. The initial term will run from September 1, 2024, through the last day of August 2031 and be automatically extended for one (1) additional period of seven (7) years.
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I.11. Approval of an Agreement and Data Protection Agreement with Lexia Learning Systems LLC for the Use of Lexia Core5 from December 1, 2024 to November 30, 2027 ($1,198,200.00)
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Fund 1: General
Program: 1100, Regular Instruction Dept: 7192010, Elementary Education Admin Vendor: Lexia Learning Systems LLC Policies: 6121, 7000 Amount: $1,198,200.00 Administration recommends approval of the agreement and Data Protection Agreement between Omaha Public Schools and Lexia Learning Systems LLC for the renewal of Lexia Core5 from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2027. Lexia Core5 is a digital literacy program for virtual and in-person formative teaching and intervention for use in elementary 3rd - 6th grade classrooms and elementary Alternative Curriculum Program classrooms. This adaptive digital literacy program provides students individualized instruction and practice of specific literacy skills. In keeping with the bid exceptions contained within Policy 7000, V., A. (Academic Prerogative), no bid was required for this purchase. The cost of the purchase is $1,198,200.00.
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I.12. Approval of Change Order No. 001- Bid No. 24-077 OPS Kellom Roof Top HVAC Unit Improvements Project by Eyman Plumbing, Inc. (Add $74,310.00) Revised Total: $364,900.00
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FUND: 31 Special Building Fund
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services DEPT.: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning SUPPLIER: Eyman Plumbing, Inc POLICIES: 7000, IV.C., 7000, IV.E., 7000, VII.A., 7000, VII.D. AMOUNT: $ 74,310.00 Pursuant to Policies 7000, IV. G., Administration recommends approval of change order No. 001 to Eyman Plumbing, Inc. for the OPS Kellom Roof Top HVAC Unit Improvements Project awarded through Bid No. 24-077 which the Board approved on August 5, 2024:
The proposed changes will not affect the substantial completion date of December 15, 2024.
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I.13. Approval of Claims Report A - District Expenditure
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The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds. Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report. Claims Report A is a listing of all District expenditures and are organized and presented to the Board by which fund the expenditure is being made from (e.g. General Fund, Bond Fund, etc.).
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I.14. Approval of Claims Report B - Expenditures from Various Student Activity Funds for which the Board Serves as Custodian
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The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of funds for which the District serves as custodian. Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report. Claims Report B is a listing of expenditures from the various Student Activity Funds for which the Board serves as custodian.
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I.15. Approval of Claims Report C - Expenditures on behalf of Board Members or their Related Organizations
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Board Members are prohibited by Nebraska law from voting on items which may personally benefit them. Expenditures which may personally benefit individual Board Members are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a separate Claims Report in order to permit those Board Members to abstain from voting on items which may personally benefit them. The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds. Claims Report C is a listing of expenditures that may relate to individual Board Members or Organizations that employ them.
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I.16. Approval of Claims Report D - Payroll Expenditures
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The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds. Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report. Claims Report D is a summary of payrolls processed and is presented by payroll and pay date.
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I.17. Approval of Claims Report E - Payroll Estimated Expenditures
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The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds. Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report. Claims Report E is an estimation of payrolls to be processed prior to the next Board meeting and is presented by payroll and pay date. Board authorization is requested for amounts not to exceed the totals in the Claims Report.
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I.18. Approval of Educational Service Unit No. 19 Claims - Expenditures to be Paid from Education Service Unit's Funds
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The Board of Education serves as the Board of Educational Service Unit 19. The Board of Educational Service Unit 19 is required to approve all expenditures of District funds as well as funds for which the District serves as custodian. Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report. Educational Service Unit No. 19 Claims Report is a listing of all expenditures to be paid from the Education Service Unit's funds.
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I.19. Approval of Omaha School Employees Retirement System Claims - Expenditures to be paid from the OSERS's Funds
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In keeping with the provisions of Nebraska Revised Statute section 79-981, the Board of Education is responsible for the transaction of OSERS’ business, including approval of expenditures of OSERS’ funds. The Administration recommends approval of the attached claims to be paid from OSERS’ funds.
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I.20. Committee on Claims Audit Approval 10/07/2024
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State Statue 79-584 requires the Secretary to the Board of Education to audit all accounts of the Class V school district and to submit that audit to the Board of Education Audit Committee for review and approval. The objective of the audit is to obtain and review sufficient claim documentation to determine the risk of material misstatement. The audit methodology is set forth on the Claims Audit Report.
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I.21. Approval of the Consulting Services Agreement with Alfuth Enterprises LLC to Provide Technical Support for Database Management for the 2024-2025 School Year (Estimated $60,000.00)
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FUND: 5190 ESU 19 Information and Management Services
PROGRAM: 2250 Instructional Support Services DEPT ID: 7062545 Student Data Information Systems SUPPLIER: Alfuth Enterprises LLC POLICY: 7000, III.K., 7000, V.D. AMOUNT: Estimated $60,000.00 Administration recommends approval of the attached consulting services agreement with Alfuth Enterprises LLC to support the district’s database systems administrator in managing online staging, production environments, and data migrations. The consultant will provide additional support for developing and maintaining the student data archive system and student assessment system. This service was not bid as it is considered an exception to bidding in Board Policy No. 7000 (V.D.) as a professional service. The agreement provides services as needed but not to exceed 20 hours per week through July 31st, 2025, at $120.00 per hour.
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I.22. Approval of a Contract and Data Protection Agreement with ACT from August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025 ($70,200.00)
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FUND: 1 General Fund
DEPT. ID: 7062700 Research Office ACCOUNT: 54110 Tests POLICIES: 7000, III. K., 7000, VII. A., 7000, V. A. VENDOR: ACT AMOUNT: $70,200.00 Administration recommends approval of a contract with ACT for the term of August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025 to provide the paper version of PreACT 8/9 for grade 9 students. This would replace the MAP Growth assessment in grades 9 and 10 and allow for a common set of data to be used in high school with PreACT 8/9 in grade 9, PreACT in grade 10, and ACT in grade 11. The adoption and renewal of the assessment plan aligns with the Strategic Plan of Action 2020–2025, specifically Strategic Priority 1: Academics. Omaha Public Schools students are prepared to meet post-secondary expectations by focusing on early literacy, college preparation, career readiness, instructional resources, and a school climate conducive to learning.
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I.23. Approval of First Amendment to Land Lease Agreement with Omaha Cellular Telephone Company Doing Business As Verizon Wireless for Utility Easement at Cellular Facility Site - South High School
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Per Policy 7000, VII A. Administration recommends approval of the First Amendment to Land Lease Agreement with Omaha Cellular Telephone Company Doing Business As Verizon Wireless for the leased communications facility at 4725 S. 24th St. (South High School Stadium). This Amendment provides a 10-foot-wide utility easement required for routing of electricity to the cellular facility site from the public utility providers’ power pole. The Board approved the original lease on September 22, 2022.
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I.24. Approval of Maintenance Agreement with Paul Wenninghoff for 78th & Craig Street Acreage November 2024 through October 2025
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Pursuant to Policy 7000, IX. A, Administration recommends that the Maintenance Agreement with Paul Wenninghoff for the 78th and Craig Street Acreage be extended to October 31, 2025. This agreement provides that in exchange for weed control, mowing, and general maintenance, Mr. Wenninghoff can farm this plot of land. This is an annual renewal dating back to the 1989-1990 school year and was previously approved by the Board of Education on October 2, 2023. There is no cost to the District for the annual maintenance of this acreage.
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I.25. Approval of Proposed Staffing Adjustments
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Policy 4001 and 4035 require that the election of employees shall be by action of the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent or designee. Additionally, Policy 4008 requires that the Chief Human Resources Officer process all retirements, resignations, cancellations, contract amendments and terminations of employment making a recommendation for appropriate action to the Superintendent and Board of Education. Therefore, the District recommends the approval of the attached Staffing Adjustments.
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I.26. Approval to Purchase Amatrol Trainers for the Energy Systems Technology Pathway at Northwest High School ($55,800.00)
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Fund: 1, General
Program: 2211, Career and Tech Ed Support Department: 7196010, Career & Technical Education Supplier: Moss Educational & Industrial Training Solutions Policies: 7000, V.A., 7000, III.K. Amount: $55,800.00 Administration recommends approval for the purchase of Amatrol trainers to support the Energy Systems Technology pathway at Northwest High School. These trainers will equip students with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience using a range of equipment and components commonly utilized in the process and power operations industries. The curriculum covers essential topics such as preventive and predictive maintenance, safety protocols, lubrication techniques, precision measuring instruments, compressors, pumps, valves, and process instrumentation. In alignment with the bid exceptions outlined in Policy 7000, Section V.A., products and services specific to achieving curriculum and academic standards as determined by OPS personnel, may be purchased at the discretion of the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Learning, therefore, a formal bid was not required for this procurement. The total amount for this purchase is $55,800.00.
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I.27. Approval to Purchase Amatrol Trainers for the Mechatronics Pathway at Buena Vista High School ($56,010.00)
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Fund: 1, General
Program: 2211, Career and Tech Ed Support Department: 7196010, Career & Technical Education Supplier: Moss Educational & Industrial Training Solutions Policies: 7000, V.A., 7000 III.K. Amount: $56,010.00 Administration recommends approval for the purchase of Amatrol trainers to support the Mechatronics pathway at Buena Vista High School. These trainers will provide students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to work with various equipment and components commonly used in industries involving mechanical and electrical systems. Topics covered include preventive and predictive maintenance, safety protocols, lubrication systems, precision measuring devices, compressors, pumps, valves, and automation controls. In alignment with the bid exceptions outlined in Policy 7000, Section V.A., products and services specific to achieving curriculum and academic standards as determined by OPS personnel, may be purchased at the discretion of the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Learning, therefore, a formal bid was not required for this procurement. The total cost of this purchase is $56,010.00.
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I.28. Approval of Second Reading of Policies 6211 and 8273
Rationale:
Policy 8120 stipulates the Board of Education shall cause policies and regulations to be revised as necessary. The Policy Committee will provide recommended changes to the following policies:
6211 - Curriculum - Assessments 8273 - Removals and Vacancies
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I.29. Approval of Surplus Inventory Items for Auction or Discard
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Pursuant to Policy 3090, Administration recommends approval of the sale of the attached lists of items which include vehicles and miscellaneous surplus items. The sale will be held online by The Auction Mill L.L.C., a public auction that will run from October 13, 2024 through October 27, 2024. The District is selling the surplus items "AS IS" since they are no longer usable by the District.
The District will pay Auction Mill L.L.C., 20% of the gross proceeds of the sale of miscellaneous surplus items. Administration further requests that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or his designee to sign all necessary transfer documents upon payment in full by the purchasers.
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I.30. Grant Fund Budget Awards
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It is recommended that the grant fund budget be amended to include the receipts and expenditures of the attached grant awards.
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J. Discussion and/or Action Items
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J.1. Information Item(s)
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J.1.a. Update to Policies 1010, 5001, 5201, 5419, 6010, 6110, 6113, 6200, 6270, 6300
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Policy 8120 stipulates the Board of Education shall cause policies and regulations to be revised as necessary. The Policy Committee will provide recommended changes to the following policies:
1010 - Visiting Schools 5001 - Admission Requirements 5201 - Promotion and Retention 5419 - Parent, Guardian, and/or Educational Decisionmaker Involvement and Student Privacy Protection Policy 6010 - Scope of Instruction 6110 - School Instructional Hours 6113 - Parental/Guardian Access to the Schools - DELETE (6113 has been combined with 5419 Parent, Guardian, and/or Educational Decisionmaker Involvement and Student Privacy Protection Policy included above) 6200 - Objectives of the Instructional Program 6270 - School-Sponsored Field Trips, Non-Routine Trips and Non-School Sponsored Trips 6300 - Selection and Review of Instructional and Library Materials
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J.2. Action Item(s)
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K. Receipt of Reports
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K.1. Fourth Quarter Board Conference Expenses 2023-2024
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Policy 8230 requires the Secretary to the Board of Education to prepare a quarterly report summarizing all Board member travel and expenditures associated with attendance to workshops, conferences, or meetings.
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K.2. Head Start Monthly Board Report for August 2024
Rationale:
This document provides the Board of Education with monthly Head Start information regarding attendance and enrollment, meal counts, in-kind amounts, health requirements, policy council minutes, delegate reports, and program information summaries to maintain a communication structure to support oversight responsibilities as stated in Head Start Performance Standard 1301.2.
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K.3. Head Start Program Information Report 2023-2024 (PIR)
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The Head Start Program Information Report (PIR) provides comprehensive data on the services, staff, children, and families served by our Head Start program. The attached report was submitted on August 30, 2024 for the 2023-2024 school year. This report is a required informational report to be shared with the governing body annually.
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L. Request for Closed Session
Rationale:
The Omaha Board of Education is authorized by state statute to hold closed sessions. Closed sessions may be held when clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual. Reasons that meet this standard include but are not limited to: (a) strategy sessions with respect to collective bargaining, real estate matters, pending litigation, or litigation which is imminent as evidenced by communication of a claim or threat of litigation to or by the public body; (b) discussion regarding deployment of security personnel or devices; (c) investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct; (d) evaluation of the job performance of a person when necessary to prevent needless injury to the reputation of a person and if such person has not requested a public meeting; and (e) legal advice.
Explanation
At this point, it is appropriate for the Board to meet in closed session for one of the stated matters and/or any other permissible closed session matters in compliance with the law. That the Board hold a closed session: 1. For strategy session with respect to negotiations/collective bargaining clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law. 2. For strategy session with respect to property/real estate matters clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law.
3. For strategy session with respect to pending litigation, or litigation which is imminent as evidenced by communication of a claim or threat of litigation to or by the public body clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law.
4. For discussion regarding deployment of security personnel or devices clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law.
5. For investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law.
6. For personnel and the evaluation of job performance clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law.
7. For discussions of the legal consequences of specific action and legal advice clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual in compliance with the law. |
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M. Adjournment
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