June 10, 2019 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Rationale:  Information concerning the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 84, Article 14 of Nebraska State Statutes, is posted on the bulletin board in this room.

Mrs. Kari Loseke, Board President, will call the Board of Education Regular meeting to order. 

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The Board Secretary will conduct roll call attendance. 

Rationale:  Mr. Leon Haith will lead the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

Rationale:  Per state statue §79-531 through §79-533, each school district shall develop, adopt, and annually review and reaffirm a policy outlining parental involvement in regard to 1) how the school district will provide access to parents concerning textbooks, tests, and other curriculum materials used in the school district; 2) how the school district will handle requests by parents to attend and monitor courses, assemblies, counseling sessions, and other instructional activities; 3) under what circumstances parents may ask that their children be excused from testing, classroom instruction, and other school experiences the parents may find objectionable; 4) how the school district will provide access to records of students; 5) what the school district's testing policy will be; and 6) how the school district participates in surveys of students and the right of parents to remove their children from such surveys. A public hearing is to be held prior to any revisions or affirmation of this policy on a yearly basis.  Board discussion and consideration of action regarding this policy and hearing comments will take place on agenda item 9.7.

Rationale:  The Blair Community Schools Board of Education will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of public comments on proposed changes to the Student Fees Schedule for the 2019-20 school year.  Board discussion and consideration for action regarding this policy and hearing comments will take place on agenda item 9.8.

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• May 13, 2019 Board of Education Regular Meeting Minutes

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• Thank You

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• Treasurer Report - General Fund
• Treasurer Report - Building & Savings Depreciation

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• General Fund
• Activity Fund

Rationale:  Washington County Bank has donated $26,000 to the Blair High School so they can begin a 1:1 computer device (Chrome Book) program for the 2019-20 school year.  Blair Community Schools would like to express our gratitude to Washington County Bank for their very generous donation and their commitment to the kids of Blair High School. We are so fortunate to live in a community that shares with others!  

Mr. Terry Dutton, President of Washington County Bank, stated "Sometimes a need is brought to our attention and we recognize it as an opportunity to not only help a great project get off the ground, but also as a way to make a big impact in our community.  The Chrome Book initiative is exactly one of those situations where we didn't think twice about stepping in to help.  Washington County bank will always support Blair Community Schools and we are excited for the opportunities this program will provide students for years to come. " 

Rationale:  Mr. Leon Haith received a check for the amount of $1,000 from Mid America Computer Corp (MACC) to be used for District wide special needs purchases. 

Blair Community Schools appreciates your support and commitment to Blair Community Schools.

Rationale:  Kohler Company would like to donate 20 new engines to Blair High School to be used for education use only.  The approximate value of this donation is $18,000.  Blair Community Schools will be responsible for the freight charge that would total around $90 for all 20 engines.  

Rationale:  Arbor Park applied and was awarded a grant from Walmart in the amount of $1,500 to be used to purchase picnic tables to set up an outdoor classroom area that could be used to get students into nature. 

Rationale:  This is the portion of the meeting when members of the public may address the board about matters of public concern.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WHO WISH TO SPEAK:

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The Policy Committee did not meet this month.  Dr. Gilson will be discussing and sharing items which he will be recommending for Board approval. 

 

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The Curriculum Committee did not meet this month. 

 

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The Buildings, Grounds, and Transportation Committee met on Thursday, May 23, 2019.  Meeting minutes are attached.

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The Finance Committee met on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.  Meeting minutes are attached.

Rationale:  Items for proposed Board action:

• to reaffirm policy 1005.13-Parental Involvement in the Schools.

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• Approval of the Student Fee Schedule for the 2019-20 school year.

Rationale:  Approval of Certified Staff for the 2019-20 school year:

• Nicole Cloudt - Grade 5, Arbor Park
• Maggie Swenson - Grade 2, Deerfield Primary
• Kendy Kube - Grade 4, Arbor Park
• Carly Miller - .60 FTE Preschool, Deerfield Primary
• Kelly Storjohann - Grade 4, Arbor Park 

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• NASB Monthly Update 

Rationale:  The 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.

The Board will enter into Closed Session for the protection of public interest on the discussion of a personnel matter to prevent needless injury to the reputation of a person and if such person has not requested a public meeting.