June 12, 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
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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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May Financial Reports and May bills in the amount of $822,320.17 for the General Fund and $250,444.38 for the Qualified Capital Purpose Fund and $302,781.29 for the Depreciation Fund. Prior to the meeting Tresha Rodgers and Mike Overkamp reviewed bills.
2. Approval of Probationary Contracts for the 2017-18 Contract Year: Anda Fauble, 3rd Grade, Mockingbird Julia Temme, Elementary Psychologist, Blumfield Jamiane Larson, Spanish, RHS Deanna Anderson, WW/MEA Reading Specialist Kellon Johnson, RHS Social Studies Lora Rowser, RHS SPED Callie Friesen, MB ECE Preschool Miranda Watson, 6th Grade, Meadows Lora Bowser, SPED, RHS Britney May, 1st Grade, Mockingbird Nicole Meyer, Elementary SPED
3. Letter of Request from Dr. Mike Rupprecht to teach class at UNO this fall.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.
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 2001, Role of the Board and Legal Status.
Discussion:
Dr. Rupprecht amended the rational to include the class being taught this summer and extending into the fall.
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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:
All Board members highly praised the Blueprint event and video. They were very happy with the support of our teachers and local businesses. Ralston High graduation was also a highlight for all - saying that is why the Board does what it does - to see these kids graduate and move on to the next phase of their lives. Ms. Rodgers mentioned the planning of an upcoming Board Retreat. More information will be coming. Dr. Adler said to keep August 11th on your calendar for the RPS "Back to School" day. Pancake man will return, and we will have Aaron Thomas as our special guest speaker at 2:15 pm.
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
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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. Oxide Branding Standards
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Jeremy Maskel
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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The need for cohesive, defined branding standards was revealed through a comprehensive communications audit completed by the district in 2016. At the beginning of 2017, staff engaged Oxide Design, an Omaha-based creative firm to offer input and guidance. Generously, Oxide management agreed to take the project, primarily pro-bono. After meetings and research on the district, its history, community, and future, staff are ready to present their recommended brand refinement and standards, which would be implemented for the 2017-18 school year and beyond.
AdvancED Standard 2.6 - Leadership and staff supervision and evaluation processes result in improved professional practice in all areas of the system and improved student success. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
Discussion:
Drew Davies, Oxide Design Group, revealed the Ralston brand refinement, which will be implemented for the 2017-18 school year and beyond. Based on a communication audit, we saw a need to develop consistency with our message, content, and identity. What exactly are our colors? What is our typeface? Development of a more contemporary logo. After interviewing the Ralston community about what words characterize this school district and community, Oxide developed a more contemporary apple that is moving and active with a new font. There will be a location on our website for all staff to access the new resources to use - logos, a variety of backgrounds, etc. These "identity standards" will be found in one place, and once the new branding is rolled out in the fall, employees of the District should begin utilizing this source.
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2.2.2. SENCAP Presentation
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Discussion:
Southeast Nebraska Community Action Program (SENCAP) was described in detail. In partnership with Southeast Community College and having many high schools participating - allowing their students to experience a variety of career and college readiness classes that they would not normally be able to. Classwork is experienced in a variety of ways - such as online, distance learning, etc. They also have partnerships with community businesses for job shadowing situations. Several big businesses came together for scholarship opportunities. We are in a great situation for partnering with so many colleges in the area. What can Ralston do that is like this but fits with what we need? We've also asked SENCAP if Ralston can even partner with them - especially with the online course offerings making it so accessable. Next step is having representatives of Lincoln coming to describe their program.
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2.2.3. Ralston Public Schools App. Proposal
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Jason Fink and Jeremy Maskel will update the Board of Education on plans and progress that have been developed in acquiring and implementing a District App. Video link to solutions provider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIPrAotCjmo
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:
Dr. Adler and Jason Fink presented the RPS App Proposal to the Board. This includes integrating several forms of existing programs we now have with the addition of a website and app with staff training. Timeline goes through May 2018 for the live website and RS App rollout. We would be the third metro school to implement a process like this.
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2.2.4. Spring Activity Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Mike Smith
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Mr. Smith will update the Board on the spring activities at RHS.
AdvancED Standards 4.7 The system provides, coordinates and evaluates the effectiveness of support systems to meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of the student population being served. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.
Discussion:
Mike Smith reviewing the Spring Activities Report with the Board. A shout out from him to the Grounds and Maintenance crew for all they have done to support sports and activities at RHS. Also a shout out to Melissa Mackey - thanking her for all her support of the programs and love of the kids in our District. We will be reviewing the blue card policy this summer as well as a policy on activities. Mr. Smith asked if there was anything additional the Board would like to see included in this report to please let him know. Ms. Tvrdry discussed the ideas for recognizing students for sports, activities and academics. These included cases in the commons area as well as other locations around the school. They formed a committee at the HS to develop ideas from the students on what they would like to see recognized. Suggestions for 2 TVs with rolling activities at the school on one, and a rolling Twitter feed on the other.
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2.2.5. College and Career Readiness Plan
Speaker(s):
Dr. Tiffanie Welte/Mrs. Jesse Tvrdy
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Dr. Welte will visit with the Board of Education addressing some questions that were presented in written form after our last meeting. Board Members will also have the opportunity to view the recently released Ralston Public Schools CTE video. "Introducing blueprint": https://vimeo.com/220698707 AdvancED Standards 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 6044, Curriculum Development and Assessment.
Discussion:
The Board was able to view the blueprint video, which was highlighted at an fundraising event at RHS. This supports our new College and Career Readiness program. The rollout to employees and students will take place in the fall.
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2.2.6. Preliminary Budget Forecast
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Mr. Buckingham will review the Preliminary Budget Forecast with the Board.
AdvancED Standards 4.4 - The system demonstrates strategic resource management that includes long-range planning in support of the purpose and direction of the system. Board Policy 3001, Budget.
Discussion:
Mr. Buckingham reviewed the Preliminary Budget Forecast with the Board.
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2.2.7. Legislative Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Ms. Richards will provide a Legislative update at the close of the 2017 Session.
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:
Ms. Richards provided a Legislative update at the close of the 2017 Session. During the interim we will be forging relationships with our state officials.
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2.2.8. 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.
Discussion:
It was decided by the Board that the 4 policies for review would be "tabled" for review at the next meeting along with the KSB School Law policy recommendations. Dr. Adler and Ms. Petty will be preparing those recommendations from KSB for the Board.
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4.1. Policy 3012 – Meal Program and Charges
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Dr. Michael Rupprecht
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural 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. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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4.2. Policy 4019 - Safety
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Dr. Michael Rupprecht
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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4.3. Policy 5014 – Homeless Students
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Dr. Michael Rupprecht
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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4.4. Policy 5052 – School Wellness
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Dr. Michael Rupprecht
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. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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4.5. Policy 6007 - Student Recognition
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Ms. Linda Richards
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural 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. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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5. Executive Session Disclosure
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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):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Executive Session with respect to a possible real estate matter. The closed session is necessary for the protection of the public interest.
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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6.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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6.3. Future Board Calendar
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Board of Education Meeting - Mon., June 26, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board of Education Meeting - Mon., July 10, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board of Education Meeting - Mon., July 24, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Open House – RMS – Thursday, August 10, 2017 Open Houses – MB, BL, KW, WW, ME, SE, & RHS – Monday, August 14, 2017 Board of Education Meeting – TUESDAY, August 15, 2017 – 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center (CHANGE DUE TO OPEN HOUSES ON 8/14) |
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6.4. Adjourn
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