September 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting/Business
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
Rationale:
Patrons can watch the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education Meeting by following the link below. |
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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. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership 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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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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3. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
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 regular board meeting; September 9, 2024. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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5. Board Development and Communication
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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5.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
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. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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6. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership |
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6.1. Government Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mr. Buckingham will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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6.2. 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.
Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public. |
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6.3. Enrollment Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Anne Harley
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Anne Harley will review the enrollment information with the Board. Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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6.4. Summer School Presentation
Speaker(s):
Melanie Reeves
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Melanie Reeves will present on the Summer School 2024 program, including achievement results. She will also share her vision for Summer School 2025.
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6.5. Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Program Review
Speaker(s):
Stacy Athow
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Yearly update on the current LEP program offerings and performance.
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6.6. District Bond Project Update
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
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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6.7. Rule 10 Compliance Review
Speaker(s):
Anne Harley/Jason Buckingham/Mike Rupprecht
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Review of the annual District Rule 10 compliance checklist.
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7. Board Action Items
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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7.1. 2024/2025 District Budget Adoption (Action)
Speaker(s):
Aaron Bredenkamp
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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The administration will ask for the Board of Education to adopt the 2024/2025 District Budget that was presented at the District Budget Hearing at 5:30 PM on September 9, 2024. The District Budget was published in the District's official newspaper of record, the Omaha Daily Record.
Standard 3.7 The system demonstrates strategic resource management that includes long-range planning and use of resources in support of the system's purpose and direction. Policy 3001 Budget.
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7.2. 2024/2025 District Tax Request Resolution (Action)
Speaker(s):
Aaron Bredenkamp
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The administration will ask for the Board of Education to adopt the 2024/2025 District Tax Request Resolution that was presented at the District Tax Request Hearing at 5:45 PM on September 9, 2024. The District Budget and District Tax Request was published on September 5, 2024, in the District's official newspaper of record, the Omaha Daily Record.
Standard 3.7 The system demonstrates strategic resource management that includes long-range planning and use of resources in support of the system's purpose and direction. Policy 3001 Budget.
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7.3. Tax Request Authority (Action)
Speaker(s):
Aaron Bredenkamp
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Changes to state statute created by the passage of LB 243 require the Board of Education to hold a formal vote to approve the authority to exceed the new limitations set on property tax authority. The Board will vote on this issue to allow for flexibility in determining the tax asking for the 2024-2025 school year.
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7.4. Attendance Proclamation for September/October (Action)
Speaker(s):
President Richards
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Research is clear that regular school attendance is critical to learning and achievement. This proclamation clarifies the Board of Education's support for improving student attendance at all levels.
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7.5. Policy 3015 adoption (Action)
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Change of language for Policy 3015, the red line copy is submitted for approval.
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7.6. Policy 3021 adoption (Action)
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Change of language for Policy 3021, the red line copy is submitted for approval.
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7.7. Policy 3018 adoption (Action)
Speaker(s):
Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Change of language for Policy 3018, the red line copy is submitted for approval.
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7.8. Early Graduation Request Emely Caravantes (Action)
Speaker(s):
Ryan Pivonka
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The Ralston High School Student Handbook allows for a student to make an early graduation request of more than one semester to the Board of Education for approval. As part of that process the student and their parents must attend the Board of Education Meeting to answer any questions that may come about. Any request by a student must also be supported by the High School Principal. Emely Caravante, a junior in excellent standing, has made application for a two semester early graduation and that has been supported by Principal Dr. Ryan Pivonka. It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education approve this request with successful completion of all graduation requirements by the end of the 2024-2025 school year.
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8. Policy Review
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Discussion:
3027 Resolution of Conflicts Between Parents Over School Issues
2005 Conflict of Interest 3028 Sex Offenders 3031 Students Electing to Attend School in Adjoining State 3035 Chain of Command - District Administration 3037 Petty Cash 3041 Child Care Program
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9. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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9.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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9.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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9.3. Future Board Calendar
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Virginia Moon Administrative Center
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10. 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. |
