August 8, 2019 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting Template

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It is 5:30 PM and I now call to order the Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education Meeting.  This is the Thursday, August 8th, 2019 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 in attendance to know that copies of the Open Meetings Act are available at the entrance to the Board Room.  If anyone in attendance is interested in addressing our Board, you are welcome to do so.  We simply request that you complete the appropriate form and turn it in to us now so that you may be recognized during the Public Forum part of our meeting.  These forms are also located by the entry doors of this room.
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.   

 

 

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• Each individual addressing the board will be allowed 5 minutes. The Board of Education has the prerogative to limit speaking to 3 minutes when there are three or more patrons to allow speakers an opportunity to address the Board in a timely manner.
• We will not engage in dialogue with patrons presenting to the Board
• The Board president and superintendent will identify staff to follow-up on information requested from patrons
• The Board president may share a statement on behalf of the Board when addressing a major issue in the district

Rationale:  Dr. Dexter will administer the Oath of Office to Julie Gortemaker, newly appointed board member. Mrs. Gortemaker will also sign Board Operating Principles.

 

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 5.2? If so, please state the check number that you will be abstaining from voting on.

Rationale:  Special Board Meeting on July 10
Regular Board Meeting on July 11

Rationale:  Mr. Gilbertson will introduce Madison Lane as the new Board of Education Student Representative

Rationale:  Elise Vahle was named the Distinguished Young Woman of Nebraska for 2020.

Rationale:  Isaac Fausett National FBLA Competition

Rationale:  Introduction of New Administrators:
Dr. Jonathon Doll- Chief Data Analyst and Organizational Strategist
Mr. Rob Bishop-Principal Knickrehm Elementary
Mr. Mikhail Happ- Principal West Lawn Elementary
Miss Stefanie Novotny-Assistant Principal-Westridge
Mr. Lloyd McIntyre-Assistant Principal-Barr Middle School
Mrs. Jordyn Hubbard-Skills Academy Coordinator
Ms. Amy Richards - Early Childhood Coordinator - ELC

Rationale:  Summer School Highlights-coordinators from our summer school programs will present on the purpose and outcomes of the different summer school programs in June.

Rationale:  Steele Dynamics Contract- Dan Phillips will present.
The BOE will be informed about how the professional development will impact GISH administration and faculty as we continue our transformation to the academy model. Presented as Information and Action.

Rationale:  Mr. Paul Grieger will provide information to update the Board on the refininancing of bonds.

Rationale:  Approval of lease agreement with Connie L. Frandson

Rationale:  Mr. Harden will present the proposed fiscal year 2019-2020 transportation route listing with the associated expense.  As part of the District's comprehensive poverty plan, we provide targeted transportation for students within district boundaries. The District moved from an annual contract to a four (4) year agreement with our current service provider for the start of the 2016 - 2017 year so the 2019-2020 school year is year four of that agreement. A new multi-year agreement will need to be reached for the 2020 - 2021 school year and beyond. Annually we review and approve funding for ensuing school year bus routes

Rationale:  Presentation of a Memorandum of Understanding with Big Apple Bagels to sell bagels, cream cheese and coffee from the GIPS Workforce Development Academy drive through at 644 South Locust Street - This MOU is presented for information and action

Rationale:  Information and Action to approve Memo of Understanding with Wayne State University, STEP Program with Wayne State University, and Central Community College for courses and programs offered to GISH students

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Mr. Petsch will present the construction update. 

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Dr. Grover will present the superintendent report. 

Rationale:  Mr. Harden will present the proposed fiscal year 2019-2020 transportation route listing with the associated expense.  As part of the District's comprehensive poverty plan, we provide targeted transportation for students within district boundaries. The District moved from an annual contract to a four (4) year agreement with our current service provider for the start of the 2016 - 2017 year so the 2019-2020 school year is year four of that agreement. A new multi-year agreement will need to be reached for the 2020 - 2021 school year and beyond. Annually we review and approve funding for ensuing school year bus routes

Rationale:  Steele Dynamics Contract- Dan Phillips will present.
The BOE will be informed about how the professional development will impact GISH administration and faculty as we continue our transformation to the academy model. Presented as Information and Action.

Rationale:  Dr. Toni Palmer, Shanna Gannon and representatives from Walnut Middle School, Jefferson Elementary and Starr Elementary will present on the impact of year 2 of the Demonstration Schools for Rigor project and the proposal for year 3 work. 

Rationale:  Mr. Phillips will share proposal to approve the purchase of the startup materials for PRoject Lead the Way for the Academy of Engineering and Technology

Rationale:  Information and Action to approve Memo of Understanding with Wayne State University and Central Community College for courses and programs offered to GISH students

Rationale:  Presentation of a Memorandum of Understanding with Big Apple Bagels to sell bagels, cream cheese and coffee from the GIPS Workforce Development Academy drive through at 644 South Locust Street - This MOU is presented for information and action

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 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 XX.

Rationale:  August 28, 2019 @ 7:30 a.m. - Special Levy Hearing

Sept 12 2019 at 5:30 p.m. - regular board meeting