April 24, 2017 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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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 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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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. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.
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1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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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 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings. |
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1.2.1. Public Comment
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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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 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings. |
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1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the April 10, 2017 meeting, resignations for teachers: Staci Raddish (Elementary Psychologist), Sophie DeMarkey (HS French), Amy Dirgo, (RHS-Resource), Wendi Nelson (ELL - Meadows Elementary) and Rebecca Ferguson (1st Grade-Mockingbird). Probationary Contracts for approval include: Paige Browder (ELL - RHS), Rachel Reisberg, (K - KW), Stephanie Langel (RHS-English) and Meredith Johnson (K-6 Media Specialist).
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2001 - Role of the Board of Education and Policy 4056 - Resignation or Dismissal of Certificated Staff.
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2. Board Development and Communication
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings |
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy 2002, Reporting to the Public and 2008, Board of Education Meetings.
Discussion:
Ms. Johnson attended the MAPA meeting in Blair this month. Dr. Irwin thanked Dr. Adler, Mr. Maskel and others for all the publicity we have received recently. It is great to see. Mrs. Rodgers attended the Pancake Feed this week and it was wonderful. Thanks to all that made it happen. Dr. Adler made a statement on the recent Social Media incident last week. THis does not reflect the District and what we believe in. It did a lot to harm our image and all the work we have done to establish these community service relationships. Kids will make mistakes but this is a learning experience for us all as we move forward. We have room to grow and learn. Ms. Richards added that there were so many good things that happened that day. THere were hundreds of freshman serving thousands of service hours. THis should not take over all the good that was done, but there is an opportunity to learn from this. TH
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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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. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. |
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2.2.1. District Technology Plan Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Richards
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Mr. Richards will update the Board on the District Technology Plan.
AdvancED Standard 4.6 - The system provides a technology infrastructure and equipment to support the system's teaching, learning, and operational needs. Board Policy 2022 - Reporting to the Public.
Discussion:
Mr. Richards and Mr. Fink updated the Board on the District Technology Plan. There are 6 strategic project categories and how we will implement those categories in the next 10 years. Each of these 6 was rated by priority. We are also looking at long-term, automated storage of documents as we are running out of space for paper storage.
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2.2.2. Ralston Middle School Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Andy Parizek
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Mr. Parizek will provide the Board with an update on Ralston Middle School.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 - Leadership at all levels of the system implement a continuous improvement process that provides clear direction for improving conditions that support student learning. Board Policy 2022 - Reporting to the Public.
Discussion:
Mr. Parizek provided the Board with an update on Ralston Middle School. Big focus at the Middle School is AdvancED School Improvement Plan. In year 3 of a 5 year cycle.
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2.2.3. Re-Vision Plan Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Tiffanie Welte/Mrs. Jesse Tvrdy
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Dr. Welte and Ms. Wilken will provide the Board with an update on the ReVision Plan.
AdvancED Standard 3.1. The system's curriculum provides equitable and challenging learning experiences that ensure all students have sufficient opportunities to develop learning, thinking, and life skills that lead to success at the next level. Board Policy - 6004 - Curriculum Development and Assessment.
Discussion:
Dr. Welte and Mrs. Tvrdy provided the Board with an update on the ReVision Plan. Vision for Career-Technical Education for Ralston Public Schools is to work collaboratively with all stakeholder groups to implement K-12 college and career ready programming, highlighted by standards-based programs of study that provide extended learning opportunities for all students.
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2.2.4. Legislative Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Richards and Mr. Kohout will update the Board on Legislative developments.
AdvancED Standard 2.5 - Leadership engages stakeholders effectively in support of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.
Discussion:
Mrs. Richards and Mr. Kohout updated the Board on Legislative developments.
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2.2.5. Enrollment Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board.
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 2022, Reporting to the Public.
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
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4. Policy Review
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Procedural Item
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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 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status. |
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5. Executive Session Disclosure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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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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5.1. Executive Session (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The Board will enter into Executive Session to discuss Negotiations and Legal issues.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2021, Executive Meetings. |
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6. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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6.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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6.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following: SODEXO Report for March
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6.3. Future Board Calendar
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Heart of Learning Awards Banquet – Wed., May 3, 2017 – 5:30 pm Ralston Arena Board of Education Meeting – Monday, May 8, 2017 at 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center RMS Band Concert – Mon., May 8, 2017 – 7:00 pm RMS, 8202 Lakeview Street RHS Graduation – May 21, 2017 Ralston Arena |
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6.4. Adjourn
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Action Item
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