July 24, 2017 at 7:00 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
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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
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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
Speaker(s):
Board President
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.
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1.2.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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The Ralston Board of Education appreciates the public's right to provide public comment. It is the practice of the Ralston Board to listen to the public comment, without discussion between the public and the Board. Should you have a question or ask for follow-up from the Board, the Board President will direct the Superintendent to address the requests and provide additional information to you as appropriate. We ask that you refrain from personal comments about individuals and the use of vulgar or inappropriate language in addressing the Board. At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment. |
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1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the July 10, 2017 meeting and approval of Probationary Contract for the 2017-18 School Year for the following: Kylie Murcek, 6th Grade, Blumfield
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. AdvancED Standard 4.1 - The system engages in a systmatic 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 education programs. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
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2. Board Development and Communication
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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Discussion:
Dr. Irwin attended the NASB Open Meetings Act workshop last week, followed by a tour of the Lincoln Career Academy. We learned a tremendous amount from the workshop, and the Academy was amazing. Mrs. Richards supported Dr. Irwin's comments on the meetings. She also attended an ALICAP Insurance meeting as part of NASB. Mrs. Gerch echoed what Dr. Irwin said about the Open Meetings Act workshop. On August 5th HYVEE will be hosting a Watermelon Eating Contest between the Ralston Football team and the Gross Football Team. Please joins us!! Mrs. Rodgers said that Melissa Yost, one of our teachers from MB also works with Spin Pizza. They provided MB with free gift certificates to give out to students as "Tokens of Kindness." Also, Mrs. Yost has invited the Board Members to attend MB home visits with her if they would like. |
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Information Item
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will update the Board of Education on two items:
Discussion:
The Strategic Planning Retreat is scheduled for September 29th. It will begin at 1pm. We will include a light lunch, followed by the work session and then meet for a social event at 5:30pm. Details to follow. Cecelia Wilken will be assisting in the planning of this event as part of her internship. Also included is a copy of the request for someone to serve on the NASB Board of Directors. It is a 3 year term - please think about this opportunity. We hired a French teacher at .5 FTE. Kudos to the HS Team for searching for this person to fill a critical position right before school begins. We will be bringing the resignation of our present French teacher to the Board for approval at the next meeting. Mrs. Richards said that she would recommend we inform our staff that notifying us of their resignation on July 3rd is unacceptable. We understand circumstances change, but we honor a commitment to notify teachers they have a guaranteed position by a certain date, and they need to honor their commitments to us as well.
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2.3. FSMC (Sodexo) Annual Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham/Mrs. Judy Kyle
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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AdvancED Standard 4.3 - The system maintains facilities, services, and equipment to provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for all students and staff. Board Policy 5038, Lunch Program.
Discussion:
Judy Kyle presented the SODEXO Annual Report to the Board. Free and Reduced Lunch increased by 3.2% as a District this year. Mr. Buckingham commended Mrs. Kyle and her staff for this being due in part to them working closely with our families in need to fill out paperwork and make this happen. Hunger Free Heartland came and observed our MS Summer Lunch program. This particular school is a great example - entire families came and enjoyed time together, friends met up with friends - it was just a model example of family and community. After school snacks became free for all schools this year. Any organized group that maintains a roster is eligible for these snacks. RPS Food Program has received wonderful press this year in the Recorder. Thanks to Jeremy Maskel for making this a priority.
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2.4. College and Career Readiness Presentation
Speaker(s):
Dr. Tiffanie Welte/Mrs. Jesse Tvrdy/Mr. Jeremy Maskel
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Action Item
Discussion:
Mrs. Tvrdy reviewed the Career Readiness presentation with the Board. Career Readiness is becoming a more integrated part of each grade, beginning with Grade 8. Each event and grade was reviewed.
The College Readiness presentation was moved to another meeting in August due to time constraints.
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2.5. Depreciation Fund Transfer
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Mr. Jason Buckingham
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Information Item
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AdvancED Standard 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 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
Discussion:
Mr. Buckingham presented his recommendation for a Depreciation Fund Transfer of $500K. He will formally present this to the Board for approval at one meeting in August. These transfers cover costs for transportation repairs and purchases, technology, maintenance of buildings and paying bills. These funds must be ear-marked, but it is not as restrictive as some of our other funds like the Qualified Capitol Purpose Fund. |
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2.6. 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
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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AdvancED Standard 4.2 - Instructional time, material resources, and fiscal resources are sufficient to support the purpose and direction of the system, individual schools, educational programs, and system operations. Board Policy 5045, Student Fees, Fines, and Charges. |
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3.1. 2017-18 Student Fees List
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
The Student Fees schedule that was reviewed in the Fees Hearing at 6:45 was presented for approval.
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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:
Policies 5022, 5063 and 6020 were reviewed. The Meal Charges Policy and Non-Discrimination will be moved to the next meeting. |
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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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6. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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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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Information Item
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Open House - WW, SE, & RMS - Thursday, August 10, 2017 Open Houses - MB, BL, KW, ME, & RHS - Monday, August 14, 2017 Board of Education Meeting - TUESDAY, August 15, 2017 - 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center (CHANGE DUE TO SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES ON 8/14) NASB Area Membership Meeting, Wed., October 11, Omaha |
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6.4. Adjourn
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Action Item
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