July 25, 2016 at 6:45 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

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During the hearing Mr. Buckingham will review the Student Fees, Fines and Charges policy as presented.

 

AdvancED Standard 2.1 The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public

 

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Please stand and join us in the pledge of allegiance.


     AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy BDA, Board of Education Meetings

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A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room.

Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments.

The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item.

     AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

Rationale:  At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.



 AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy 2002 (BCA) – Organization of the Board

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Mrs. Susan Haas Tiehen will issue the Oath of Office to the newly appointed Board member.

 

AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy 2002 (BCA) – Organization of the Board

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AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports  practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy IKFA – Early Graduation

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Consent agenda items include minutes from the July 11, 2016 meeting; and a probationary contract for Teri Bader, High School Nurse, effective with the 2016-17 contract .


     AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDG, Minutes          

AdvancEd Standard 4.1 – The system engages in a systematic process to recruit, employ,and retain a sufficient number of qualified professional and support staff to fulfill their roles and responsibilities and support the purpose and direction of the system, individual schools, and educational programs. Board Policy GCPB, Resignation of Certified Staff Members

 

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     AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties

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    AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties and AG, Reporting to the Public

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Board President Mrs. Susan Haas Tiehen will give the Board an update on the Ralston Schools Foundation.

 

AdvancEd Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes polcies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy - AG - Reporting to the Public

 

 

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     AdvancED Standard 2.4 - Leadership and staff at all levels of the system foster a culture consistent with the system's purpose and direction.  Policy CBA, Responsibilities of the Superintendent

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Dr. Mark Adler will discuss with the Board  his recent visit with the Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands President/Chief Executive Officer Ivan Gilreath.

 

 

AdvancEd Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes polcies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy - AG - Reporting to the Public

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Scott Keene with Ameritas will discuss the District Qualified Capitiol Purpose Undertaking Fund Bonds.

 

 

AdvancED Standard 1.1 – The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system –wide purpose for student success. Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public

Rationale:  AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy 3003 (DJC) Bid Letting and Contracts

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The Board and Administration will review proposed policies.

AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties

Rationale:  AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties

Rationale:  AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy 3026 - Handbooks

Rationale:  AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools.  Board Policy 5045, Student Fees, Fines, and Charges.

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The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item.

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Meeting Content

1. Did we achieve the goal we set for the meeting?
2. Did we solve problems, make decisions or develop ideas that we can deliver?

Meeting Process

1. How did we go about reaching our goals during the meeting?
2. Were the right people involved?
3. Did we have active/engaged participation from everyone?

 

Rationale:  Supplemental Documents include the following:

Student/Staff Count

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New Teachers First Contract Day – Tue., August 2, 2016

New Teacher Chamber Luncheon, Tue., August 2, 2016 – 12:00 p.m., Ralston Arena

All Staff Opening Session – Fri., August 5, 2016 – Vendor Fair & Breakfast - 7:30 – 9:00 a.m.

Opening Session -9:00  – 10:30 a.m. – Ralston High School

Board of Education Meeting – Mon., August 8, 2016 – 7:15 p.m.

                          Virginia Moon Administrative Ceter

First Day PreK-Kdg., 7^th Grade and 9^th Grade – Wed., August 10, 2016

First Day All Students - Thur., August 11, 2016

Board of Education Meeting – Mon., August 22, 2016 – 7:00 p.m.

                           Virginia Moon Administrative Center