March 27, 2023 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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2. 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. Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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2.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. |
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3. 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. |
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3.1. Public Comment
Agenda Item Type:
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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4. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Consent Agenda
Rationale:
Consent agenda items include minutes from the March 13th meeting. Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. Cognia Standard 11: Leaders create and maintain institutional structures and processes that support learners and staff members in both stable and changing environments.
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5. Board Development and Communication
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. |
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5.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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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 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. |
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6. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Cognia Standard 2: Learners' well-being is at the heart of the institution's guiding principles such as mission, purpose, and beliefs. |
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6.1. Committee on American Civics--Public Testimony Opportunity
Speaker(s):
Dr. Cecilia Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Dr. Cecilia Wilken will provide a detailed update on programming within the American Civics Program at Ralston Public Schools. During this Board of Education item the public will be invited to provide public testimony if desired on topics that align with American Civics.
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6.2. Wildewood Elementary--School Improvement Plan Overview
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Ashley Holmes
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Ashley Holmes and Dr. Cecilia Wilken will provide an overview of the school improvement plan for Wildewood Elementary School.
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6.3. 2023-2024 District Calendar Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Dr. Mark Adler will discuss potential changes and updates to the 2023-2024 District Calendar. Once potential changes are reviewed and discussed, the administration would ask that the Board of Education approve the amended 2023-2024 District Calendar at their next regular meeting on April 10, 2023.
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6.4. 2023-2024 Preliminary State Aid Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mr. Jason Buckingham will provide an overview of the preliminary state aid projections for Ralston Public Schools. Mr. Buckingham will outline various components of the formula that impact funding for the District.
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6.5. Government Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. Cognia Standard 2: Learners' well-being is at the heart of the institution's guiding principles such as mission, purpose, and beliefs.
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6.6. NASB Updates and Information
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Elizabeth Kumru
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mrs. Elizabeth Kumru will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards.
Cognia Standard 2: Learners' well-being is at the heart of the institution's guiding principles such as mission, purpose, and beliefs. Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public.
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6.7. District Bond Project Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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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.
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6.8. Ralston Schools Foundation Update
Speaker(s):
Ms. Mary Roarty
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Ms. Mary Roarty will provide an update on any information or recent happenings with the Ralston Schools Foundation.
Notice of Nathan Hankenson to RSF Board of Directors.
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6.9. 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. Cognia Standard 2: Learners' well-being is at the heart of the institution's guiding principles such as mission, purpose, and beliefs.
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7. Standards Based School Improvement
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Information Item
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7.1. Omaha Police Department Memorandum of Understanding (Action)
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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on March 13th, Mr. Jason Buckingham outlined details within a Memorandum of Understanding with the Omaha Police Department to provide emergency access to schools in events requiring immediate law enforcement response. Mr. Buckingham guided discussion and addressed questions from the Board. The administration asks that the Board of Education approve the MOU with the Omaha Police Department.
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7.2. Karen Western Technology Bid Approval (Action)
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Mr. Jason Buckingham will outline the details and results of the Karen Western Technology Bid Proposal process. Over the last several months, District leaders have developed bid specifications for the purchase and installation of classroom technology, audio enhancement equipment, and building intercom systems for all buildings within the District. The results of the bid proposals for Karen Western Elementary will be discussed. The administration recommends approval of the bid proposal from KCAV to complete the technology systems outlined as presented.
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8. Policy Review
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Discussion:
6029 - Activity Trips
6030 - Public Appearances of School Groups 6032 - Constitution Day Education 6034 - Concussion Awareness 6035 - New Teacher Mentoring Policy 3058 - Naming School Facilities and Property
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8.1. Policy 5062 Lice and Nits (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Dr. Adler and the administrative team discussed suggested changes to current policy 5062 Lice and Nits with the Board of Education on March 13, 2023. The administration recommends approval of the amended policy 5062 Live and Nits.
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9. 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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10. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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10.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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10.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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10.3. Future Board Calendar
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Board of Education Meeting - Mon., April 10 - 6:00 p.m. |
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11. Adjourn
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Cognia Standard 8: The governing authority demonstrates a commitment to learners by collaborating with leaders to uphold the institution's priorities and to drive continuous improvement. |
