October 12, 2015 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
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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 BDA, 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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1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
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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. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings. |
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1.2.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings. |
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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 September 28, 2015 meeting; October Financial reports; and bills in the amount of $807,598.94 for the General Fund. Prior to the meeting Linda Richards and Susie Tiehen reviewed bills.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDG, Minutes
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2. Board Development and Communication
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Procedural Item
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties |
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties and AG, Reporting to the Public |
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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AdvancED Standard 2.4 - Leadership and staff at all levels of the system foster a culture consistent with the system's purpose and direction. Policy CBA, Responsibilities of the Superintendent |
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2.2.1. Thespian Club
Speaker(s):
Mr. Uhrmacher
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mr. Uhrmacher and the Thespian Club will present to 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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Mr. Todd Uhrmacher, High School Thespian teacher, in conjunction with the International Society student officers,Haley Sedlik, Jade Adler, Jacob Alberico, and Sidney Dorsey, talked about their positions and duties connected to the society. In addition, they highlighted upcoming plays and presentations.
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2.2.2. Home Visit Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Welte & Mrs. Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Wilken and Dr. Welte will report regarding the Home Visits conducted by Ralston staff.
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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Dr. Tiffanie Welte and Mrs, Cecilia Wilken reviewed the Home Visit process utilized by the Ralston Public Schools staff members.
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2.2.3. Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Frye
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mr. Lee Frye will report to the Board regarding the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan.
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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Mr. Lee Frye reported to the Board regarding the District's Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan.
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2.2.4. Poverty Plan Report
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Wilken will report to the Board regarding the Poverty Plan.
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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Mrs. Cecilia Wilken reviewed the District's Poverty plan.
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2.2.5. District Safety Plan Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mr. Buckingham will report to the Board regarding the District Safety Plan.
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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Mr. Jason Buckingham reviewed the District's Safety plan.
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2.2.6. Karen Western Site Visit Outline
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will update the Board about the Karen Western October 26, 2015 site visit.
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 AG, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Dr. Mark Adler reviewed the October 26, 2015 date for the Karen Western site visit.
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
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3.1. Legislative Goals Process
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Information Item
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Dr. Adler will review the Board of Education Legislative Goals with the Board.
AdvancED Standard 2.2 – The governing body operates responsibly and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties
Discussion:
Dr. Adler reviewed the Board of Education Legislative Goals with the Board.
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4. Policy Review
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Procedural Item
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5. 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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5.1. Executive Session
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Action Item
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The Board of Education will go into closed session to engage in a strategy session with respect to a possible real estate lease matter. The closed session is necessary for the protection of the public interest. No decisions will be made in closed session and the Board will only discuss the possible real estate lease matter while in closed session.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDC, Executive Meetings |
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6. Pre-Adjourment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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6.1. Board Assessment of Meeting
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Information Item
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Meeting Content
Meeting Process
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6.2. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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6.3. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following: Arbor Family Counseling
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6.4. Future Board Calendar
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Karen Western Site Visit – Mon., Oct. 26, 2015 – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Karen Western Elementary – 6224 H Street Board of Education Meeting – Mon., October 26, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board of Education Meeting – Mon., November 9, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center State Education Conference – November 18-20, 2015 LaVista Conference Center/Embassy Suites |
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6.5. Adjourn
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Action Item
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