October 10, 2019 at 4:00 PM - GIPS BOE Regular Meeting

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It is 4:____PM and I now call to order the Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education Meeting.  This is the October 10, 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.

Mrs. Suhr, 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:  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:  Minutes of the budget hearing on September 12, 2019.
Minutes of the regular meeting on September 12, 2019. 
Published notice of the regular meeting on October 10, 2019. 

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The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) program enables willing and academically prepared students to pursue college-level courses while in high school.  Students who are enrolled in AP courses at GISH are encouraged to complete an AP exam for each class.  AP exams are scored on a scale of 1 to 5.

Mrs. Gannon and Dr. Palmer will recognize students who scored a 4 or 5 on one or more AP exams taken during the spring of 2018.  She will also honor students who have earned an AP Scholar Award in 2019. These awards take into account tests taken not only this past school year, but in years past.  

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The most important part of ensuring that young students can fulfill the potential of the bright futures is providing our children with a rigorous and well-rounded education.  

Principals are a vital part of our children's education as they set the academic tone for their schools by working collaboratively with teachers to build high academic standards, set performance goals, and utilize best practices for achieving those goals.  

Please help us celebrate and recognize our GIPS principals and the roles they plan in ensuring every child has access to a high-quality education in a safe, supportive environment. 

Rationale:  Students from the GISH musical, Elf, will perform a song for the Board. 

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Rationale:  The Grand Island Education Association continues to represent the bargaining unit covered by the 2019-20 Master Agreement and is recognized as the exclusive bargaining agent for negotiations for the 2020-21 contract year.
The Association requests that Grand Island Public Schools recognize the Association as the exclusive bargaining agent for the 2021-2022 contract year for the unit it presently represents.

Rationale:  Mrs. Skalberg will present information on Memorial Stadium Naming Rights.

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Madison Lane, student representative, will present a report on GISH activities.

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Mr. Petsch will present the construction update. 

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Dr. Grover will present the superintendent report. 

Rationale:  Dr. Grover will provide a 2019 State Assessment Summary report. 

Rationale:  Approval of the Stolley Park Elementary School lease agreement between Connie L. Frandson and the Grand Island Public Schools. 

Rationale:  Mr. Harden will present information on Financial Policies for investments. 

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 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 real estate.

Rationale:  Thursday, November 14, 2019 - Regular Board Meeting, 5:30 PM