June 11, 2020 at 5:30 PM - GIPS BOE Regular Meeting

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It is 5:____PM and I now call to order the Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education Meeting. This is the June 11, 2020 meeting. Notice of this meeting has been advertised in the Grand Island Independent, which is the District's designated method of giving notice of these meetings.

We want those viewing the Live Stream meeting to know that they can access the agenda in pdf form and the Open Meetings Act on the GIPS web site.  

Dr. Dexter, will you please call the roll?

Rationale:  Roll Call.

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The Mission  

Every Student, Every Day, a Success!  In educating students, we teach hearts as well as minds. 

Student Commitments  

Within the Grand Island Public Schools, 
- Every student will be taught to read, write, and communicate effectively; solve problems; acquire and apply knowledge; and demonstrate mastery through performance to the best of the student's abilities; 
- Every student will be treated with fairness and dignity;
- Every student will be honored for their unique qualities and backgrounds;
- Every student will experience a sense of belonging, contribution, and success; and
- Every student will develop responsibility and show respect for others as well as oneself.   

 

 

Rationale:  The first item on the agenda tonight is the Consent Agenda.  The Consent Agenda to be approved is as follows:

(items read.)

This is the Consent Agenda as published.  Would anyone like to remove any items or add any items to the Consent Agenda? (pause)

Does anyone have a potential conflict of interest on agenda item 4.2? If so, please state the check number that you will be abstaining from voting on.

Rationale:  Minutes from the May 14, 2020 Regular Board Meeting
Public Notice as published in the Grand Island Independent

Minutes from the May 28, 2020 Special Board Meeting
Public Notice as published in the Grand Island Independent

Rationale:  These students qualified for Duke TIP state recognition by scoring at or above the national average of recent high school graduates on at least one part of the ACT.
Landon Conner
Noah Javorsky
Jase Jones
Ashlyn Ruzicka
David Thurston





 

Rationale:  The board of education approved a comprehensive staffing analysis by the District Management Group on January 9th, 2020. DMG will present their findings to the board of education.

Rationale:   The Extra Standard Committee met on May 11th, Mr. Stelk will present the committee's recommendations for the 2020-2021 school year.

Rationale:  Mrs. Skalberg will present the agreement for the purchase of the new scoreboard at Memorial Stadium, the 2010 Jack Jeffries Memorial Scoreboard Naming and Endowment Agreement between the school district, the GIPS Foundation, and the Jeffries Family is being updated to reflect the current environment. 
 

Rationale:  This is an update to the February BOE Presentation on Attendance and Chronic Absenteeism. Herein, an update of Aug through March attendance will be made. The data will extend to the last day of face-to-face education (March 6) and compare that with the previous year's attendance.
 

Rationale:  The board is being presented with the recommended name for this facility.

Rationale:  Ms. Richards will present the proposal to approve the funds for the preschool curriculum resource adoption.  Tools of the Mind is not just a boxed curriculum, instead, it is a researched-based, comprehensive, high-quality instructional resource with embedded professional learning for our entire early childhood staff that provides a rigorous and balanced approach to early childhood instruction. Tools of the Mind align with our Early Childhood Framework, GIPS district priorities in all pillars as well as our focus on Equity, and with our K-2 curriculum. 

Rationale:  The maximum number of enrollment option applications for special education students the district will accept is limited as set-forth in documentation which shows current program capacity, projected enrollment and number of special education option students who may be accepted at certain schools within the district. This is an info/action item.
Resolution 20200611_01
 

Rationale:  Dr. Dexter will present a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") as required by Neb.Rev.Stat. §§ 79-2702 through 79-2704,  is by and between the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, a Municipal Corporation ("City"), and Hall County School District 2, a/k/a Grand Island Public Schools, a Political Subdivision ("School District") (collectively referred to as "the Parties").

Rationale:  Dr. Dexter will present proposed revisions to the 2020-2020 Parent/Student Handbook.

Rationale:  Mrs. Shanna Gannon will present the proposal for the professional development plan with Learning Sciences International for the 2020-21 school year.  This professional learning has a focus on the following:
To ensure equity and access to rigorous instruction for all students in GIPS 
To increase the leadership capacity of principals, AP’s, and instructional 
coaches to ensure success of their school improvement plan 
To commit to growing and learning together as we navigate this educational
landscape post COVID 19
This plan addresses and aligns with Strategic Plan Obj. 1, 2, 4, 5,6,7,8)

Rationale:  Mrs. Gannon will present the Proposal for AAIS (American Alliance for Innovative Systems) 2020-21 Professional Learning plan with David Holden.  Mr. Holden has helped us launch the Academies of Grand Island Senior High and will continue to build capacity with campus and teacher leaders to keep the momentum going in year 2.  Mr. Holden is also providing professional learning for our GEAR Up schools to support progress towards grant goals to increase high-quality instruction for students in Math and ELA. This work aligns with the objectives that fall within our Empower Pillar Obj. 1 and 2, Obj. 4, 5, and 6 with a focus on Professional Learning Community and leadership development and effectiveness.  

Rationale:  Mr. Dan Phillips and Anya Covarrubias will present the Proposal for Integrated Science III implementation-This proposal summarizes the funds needed to deliver high-quality science instruction to our high school students in multiple locations and aligns with our Strategic Plan Obj. 1 Obj. 1 - SI 1:  Ensure teachers have access to and use high-quality curriculum resources and Obj. 4 - SI 3:  Develop a system to align curriculum to academies, pathways, courses, content, and skills.

Rationale:  Mr. Phillips will present the proposal to request funds for purchasing Canvas as our GISH online platform for 20-21. Canvas provides a robust Learning Management System to provide teachers and students the best possible experience in blended/online learning and aligns with our strategic plan objectives: Obj. 1 SI1, Obj.  7 SI2

Rationale:  The current Athletic Training contract between Grand Island Public Schools and Grand Island Physical Therapy ends June 30, 2020. In March 2020 Grand Island Public Schools issued a Request For Proposal (RFP) and received one response back from Grand Island Physical Therapy. The new contract is identical to the current one except for the change in duration from four to seven years due to a State Statute change that allows this.

Rationale:  Resolution to address GIPS commitment to eliminating racial injustice wherever it exists in the district while continuing to prioritize equity in all aspects of actions.
Resolution 20200611,_02

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Mr. Petsch will present the construction update. 

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Dr. Grover will present the superintendent report. 

Rationale:  One of our new pathways, Alternative Energy, will add the 2nd course in 2020-21 (Principles of Alternative Energy) at CPI in a double block format.  Students have taken the introductory course this year, and we are in the need of a rigorous, fulfilling curriculum to build the upper courses in Alternative Energy.  We have 11 students that will be taking the 2nd course, and another 11 students in the introductory course.  The capacity of this pathway is 30 students per grade level, for a total of 90.

Rationale:  Proposal to approve funds to renew the Edmentum Contract for the 2021 School Year. Edmentum provides site licenses to all of our GIPS schools and supports the opportunity for personalized learning and supports directly aligned to NE College and Career Standards.

Rationale:   Proposal for the K-5 CKLA resource adoption Skills Program.  CKLA addresses equity and SEL for our students in a number of ways and aligns with Strategic Plan Goals 3, 6 & 7.   

Rationale:  Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and its challenging and unknown effects on education, the rate per day, route, and days of service will be mutually agreed upon as the COVID-19 impact on education is clarified.  The appended route listing spreadsheet will be used as a guide, but routes, rate per day, and days of service will be dependent on the circumstances in the 2020-2021 school year and subject to negotiation as the situation develops.
 

Rationale:  In an effort to make the GIPS 403(b) plan as flexible and attractive to employees it's been determined that District desires to amend the 403(b) Plan to provide participants with the ability to make in-service withdrawals upon attainment of age 59½. Mr, Harden will review the proposed 403(b) Plan changes for Board Members consideration and approval.

Rationale:  Mrs. Wells reached out to Pepsi concerning the Video Display Board advertisement opportunity and not only did Pepsi purchase a display advertisement but they also proposed additional business relationship agreement that are attached to this agenda item. Mrs. wells will review the proposed agreement for the Board members consideration.

Rationale:  Grand Island Public Schools has offered an Employee Assistance Program since 2009. The Employee Assistance Program has been and continues to be a vital component of our employee benefits package. This renewal contract with Wholeness Healing, to administer and provide this confidential wellness benefit coverers three years (through August 30, 2023).

Rationale:  During the planning for utilities for the Memorial Stadium project it became apparent it's in the best interest of GIPS to re-plat the property the stadium occupies to a GIPS subdivision with specifically identified lots and utility locations for current and future needs of the District. Mr. Petsch will review the Subdivision Agreement with the City of Grand Island for Board Members consideration.

Rationale:  The maximum number of enrollment option applications for special education students the district will accept is limited as set-forth in documentation which shows current program capacity, projected enrollment and number of special education option students who may be accepted at certain schools within the district. This is an info/action item.
Resolution 20200611_01
 

Rationale:  Resolution to address GIPS commitment to eliminating racial injustice wherever it exists in the district while continuing to prioritize equity in all aspects of actions.
Resolution 20200611_02

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Facility and Finance Committee. 

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Leading for Learning Committee.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Personnel Committee.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Policy Committee.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Governance Committee.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration in the Public Relations and Partnership Development Committee.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration by the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation.

Rationale:  A monthly report to the Board and community on the major items discussed and under consideration by The Greater Nebraska Schools Association and Legislative Updates.

Rationale:  A monthly update from the Nebraska Association of School Boards.  

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The Board will convene into executive session for the purpose of discussing SUPERINTENDENT CONTRACT, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CLASSIFIED COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS BECAUSE IT IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC TO DISCUSS THIS MATTER IN CLOSED SESSION.