August 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting/Business

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Patrons can watch the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education Meeting by following the link below.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo8VrugRaRJ-0GL1Cg8BlBA

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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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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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.

Nebraska Frameworks Stakeholder Communication and Relationships
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.

Nebraska Frameworks Stakeholder Communication and Relationships
Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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Consent agenda items include minutes from the August 10th meeting; Subcommittee meeting minutes are included.

Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.
Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.         

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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
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.

Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

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Mr. Buckingham will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. 

Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

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.

Rationale:  Review of the annual District Rule 10 compliance checklist.  This was done in greater depth in the Teaching and Learning Subcommittee.
 

Rationale:  Sara Zabrowski-Gates will present on the professional development calendar and focus for the 2026-2027 school year.

Nebraska Frameworks, Committment to Continuous Improvement, Resource and Support System
 

Rationale:  Aaron Bredenkamp, and other members of the administrative team will provide the Board of Education with a preliminary look at the DRAFT 2026-2027 District Budget.  Aaron will share factors that will impact the District Budget and address and questions that the Board may have.  The Budget Adoption Calendar will be shared again and reviewed outlining the steps that will be taken over the next few months to gather feedback on the budget and communicate appropriately.  

Rationale:  Update of our most recent Ralston Schools Foundation (RSF) meeting.

Rationale:  Yearly presentation on our safety program at RPS.  This year's focus is on the Standard Response Protocol and the Rave Panic Button.

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Rationale:  Policy 2021 is stated in statute and is no longer needed as a specific Board Policy.

Rationale:  Policy 6049 is not recognized by our Policy Service, and a portion of the policy addressing compliance has been moved to Policy 5012 Testing and Assessment Program

Rationale:  Policy 5055, Enrollment in Kindergarten with recommended language changes to match current practice.

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.
 

Rationale:  Review of Avenue Scholars Memorandum of Understanding.

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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.  Michaela Bernabe Bernabe, Kamila Herrera and Karla Herrera Franco, juniors in excellent standing, have made application for a two semester early graduation and that has been supported by Principal Ruben Cano.  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 2026-2027 school year.

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The Board and Administration will review proposed policies.

Nebraska Frameworks Governance and Leadership
Nebraska Frameworks Committment to Continuous Improvement
Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education.

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Supplemental Documents include the following:

Bill Review Schedule - 2024

 

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                  Board of Education Meeting - Mon. August 24, 6:00 p.m.

                                    Virginia Moon Administrative Center

              

August 24, BOE meeting
September 1, NASB Membership meeting Omaha
September 17 RSF Golf Outing
November 6 Distinguished Alumni Banquet
April 28 Heart of Learning Award

                       

         

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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. 
Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.