May 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Bloomfield Community Schools - Board of Education - Regular
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                                        1. Opening the Meeting                 
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                                        1.a. Call to Order:                 
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                                        1.b. Board Member Roll Call:                 
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                                        1.c. Nebraska Open Meetings Law:                 
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                                        1.d. Publication of Meeting:                 
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                                        1.e. District Mission Statement:                 
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                                        1.f. Pledge of Allegiance:                 
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                                        2. Celebration of Excellence (Staff & Students) - The BCS Paraprofessionals will be recognized                 
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The Celebration of Excellence recognizes students, teachers, staff, and others at Bloomfield Community Schools who bring the District's Mission Statement to life through action, notoriety, greatness, accomplishment, and a host of other descriptors of their contribution to the district's culture and well-being.         
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                                        3. Consent Agenda                  
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                                        4. Informational/Discussion Items                 
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                                        4.a. Disrict Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance Overview                 
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Tim Watson from National Insurance Services will explain our district policies and answer questions.     | 
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                                        4.b. 2025 Legislative Calendar & Bill Introduction                 
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                                        4.c. BCS BOE Action Plan                 
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                                        4.d. NASB Events & Networking Opportunities                 
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                                        4.e. Program Reviews of Expanded Learning Opportunities for 24-25                 
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A listing and report to the BOE on:
 
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                                        4.f. Curriculum and Instruction                 
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                                        4.g. Dress Code and Grooming Policy                 
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In Nebraska, a statewide model dress code and grooming policy is required to be developed by the Nebraska Department of Education by December 1, 2024. This policy aims to create a positive learning environment, comply with health and safety laws, and prevent discrimination or disproportionate impact based on race, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. It also prohibits schools from restricting religious attire, natural and protective hairstyles, and other characteristics associated with race, national origin, or religion. To view NDE's model policy, click the link.     | 
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                                        4.h. Resignations/New Hires - Non-Certified                 
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The announcement of current non-certified employee(s) resigning from their position with the district. The announcement of non-certified employee(s) and their position(s) joining the district. | 
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                                        4.i. Administrative and Leadership Team Reports                 
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                                        4.i.i.1. Lewis and Clark Conferenc Admin Meeting Minutes                 
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                                        4.i.ii. Finance Manager                 
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Disclosure and discussion as to the current state of the District Financials.     
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                                        4.i.iii. Summer Strength and Conditioning Program Overview                 
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Mr. Dodge, Activities Director, will provide the board with information concerning the summer conditioning and strength program.     
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                                        4.i.iv. Supplemental Admin/Leadership Reports: Principals, SPED, Guidance, Activities, Technology, Building & Grounds, Transportation                 
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                                        5. Action Items                  
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                                        5.a. Adoption of Policies 4100-4270 and 8000-8347                 
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                                        5.b. Review of Student Policies 5008 - Attendance & 5009 Attendance during the School Day                 
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Per §79-262 and §79-209, on or before August 1, the BOE will annually review district policy concerning student conduct and attendance, service to address barriers to attendance, excessive absences, and collaboration with the County Attorney.     
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                                        5.c. Chromebook Proposal for 2025-26                 
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                                        5.d. Resignations/New Hires - Certified                 
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                                        6. Public Comment                  
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                                        7. Closed Session                 
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                                        8. Adjournment                 
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