June 13, 2022 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

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Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.
Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.
Policy 2008, 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.

Cognia Standard 1.1:  The system commits to a purpose statement that defines beliefs about teaching and learning, including the expectations for learners.   Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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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. 

The board will generally allow a total of 30 minutes for the presentation of all public comments.  Individuals may only speak one time per topic and must limit comments to around three (3) minutes. In the event more than 10 individuals wish to address the board, the 30 minutes will be divided equally between the number of speakers. At the discretion of the Board President or Chair, speakers may be allotted additional time.

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

Cognia Standard 1.1:  The system commits to a purpose statement that defines beliefs about teaching and learning, including the expectations for learners.   Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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Consent agenda items include minutes from the May 23rd meeting; May Financial Reports, May bills in the amount of $666,507.99 for the General Fund, and $206,456.28 for the Special Building Fund. Prior to the meeting Mrs. Robin Richards and Dr. Jay Irwin reviewed the bills. 

Recommend the following teachers be hired for the 2022-23 school year:
Tammy Klug - District Nurse.  BA-Nebraska Methodist College, MA-Nebraska Methodist College. 
Kyle Kikta - RHS - SPED Teacher.  BA-University of Wisconsin.  Previous Experience: Tomah Area School District, Tomah, WI (2019-2022).  

Recommend the following resignation be accepted:
Sam Servellon - RMS Math

Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

Cognia Standard 1.7:  Leaders implement operational processes and procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness in support of teaching and learning. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.         

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Cognia Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Board of Education members will discuss items they have recently observed or attended or items they wish to share with the other members of the Board of Education and the public.

Cognia Standard 1.5 - the governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2002, Reporting to the Public.  

Cognia Standard 1.4  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are desinged to support system effectiveness.  Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

Rationale:  Mr. Jason Buckingham will provide an overview of the District Nutrition Services Program and corresponding financial outlook for the 2022/2023 school year.  Mr. Buckingham will provide the Board of Education with some proposed DRAFT options for adjustments to the breakfast and lunch prices for the 2022/2023 school year.  Mr. Buckingham will address any questions or concerns that arise.  It is anticipated that any changes to meal prices will be included as part of the District Student Fees hearing that will be held later this summer.

Rationale:  Dr. Adler and Mr. Buckingham will outline the recent changes in the interpretation of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 70-651.03 that outlines the payment of funds by OPPD in lieu of taxes.  The attached letter from the Douglas County Treasurer will serve as our guide for discussion.  Mr. Buckingham and Dr. Adler will try to address any questions that the Board may have on this recent development.

Rationale:  Dr. Adler, Mr. Buckingham, and members of the administrative team will provide an update to the Board of Education on the progress of various projects in motion with the 2021 Future Ready Ralston Bond Initiative.

 

Rationale:  Dr. Michael Rupprecht and Mr. Jason Buckingham have been meeting with the leaders of the Sign Language Interpreters employee group to negotiate the terms of the 2022-2023 contract.  Mr. Buckingham and Dr. Rupprecht will outline the changes to the contract and address any questions that may arise from the Board of Education.   The administration would ask that the Board of Education approve this contract and any suggested changes at the June 27th meeting of the Board of Education.

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Dr. Adler will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. 

Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

Rationale:  Mrs. Robin Richards will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards.

Cognia Standard 1.8 Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public.

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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board.

Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

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The Board and Administration will review the proposed policies.

4043 - Professional Boundaries and Appropriate Relationships  Between Employees and Students

5018 - Parent and Guardian Involvement In Education Practices

5019 - Communicating with Parents

5054 - Student Bullying

Cognia Standard 1.5 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within the defined roles and responsibilities.  Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education.

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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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Supplemental Documents include the following:

Bill Review Schedule - 2022

 

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                  Board of Education Meeting – Mon., June 27 – 6:00 p.m.

                                    Virginia Moon Administrative Center

                       

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Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.  Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.