November 17, 2014 at 6:00 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting

More Information:  The Board of Education reserves the right to enter into Executive Session for the protection of the public interest; or the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual, and if the individual has not requested a public meeting.

More Information:  Sequence of agenda items are subject to change.  Please plan to attend the entire meeting.

More Information:  The Board recognizes the importance of citizen participation in school business.  In order to assure citizens are heard and board meetings are conducted efficiently and in an organized manner, the Board shall set a 3 minute time limit per patron, not to exceed a total of 30 minutes for all comments.

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Lincoln Elementary will provide a building report focused on their Student Council.

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A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Collin Potts, a Junior at Gering High School, for earning a perfect score on the American College Test (ACT).

WHEREAS, it is fitting that the members of the Gering Public Board of Education should pause to pay tribute to those students who, through their natural talents and commitment to excellence, have distinguished themselves; and

WHEREAS, Collin Potts is one such exceptional student who earned a perfect score on the ACT; approximately 0.06% of the students tested scored a perfect 36 on the ACT; and

WHEREAS, through diligent study, steady composure during examinations, and steadfast commitment of time and talent, Collin has achieved outstanding academic success and has joined the ranks of the best and brightest students from the Panhandle, the state of Nebraska, and our country; and

WHEREAS, as a high achieving student, Mr. Potts is enrolled in the highest level classes at Gering High School; and

WHEREAS, in addition to his extraordinary academic skills, he plays in the school’s concert and jazz bands, competes for the speech team, and participates in school plays; and

WHEREAS, Collin’s noteworthy achievement is a tremendous source of pride for his family, his school, and his community; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Potts’ dedication to excellence is clearly deserving of the respect, admiration, and commendation of the Gering Public Schools Board of Education; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION, that we hereby commend and honor Collin Potts, a Junior at Gering High School, for his impressive achievement of earning a perfect score on the ACT, and extend to him our best wishes for a happy and successful future.

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Chief Holtus, Officer Moreno, and Principal Hubbard will provide an update about the School Resource Officer program at Gering Public Schools.

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Mr. Hubbard will provide an overview of the career academy concept and what is required for an academy to be formalized.

More Information:  The Business Committee reviewed  reviewed all bills for this consent agenda.  Bills unique to this month were discussed for clarification.  The total amount of bills approved in the consent agenda for the month of October, 2014 by specific funds are as follows:

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Revenues: General Fund=$1,413,012.09; Depreciation Fund=$13.70; Cafeteria Fund=$100,674.74; Activities Fund=$66,427.36; Fees Fund=$0; Bond Fund=$31,243.80.

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Strategic Action Planning Update

1. Grade Configuration & Facilities Plan to Accommodate
2. Technology
3. Expanded Learning Options
4. Branding

State Education Conference in Omaha

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Mike Skow from Dana F. Cole & Company presented the 2013-2014 independent financial audit to the Business Committee earlier this month.  The audit was presented page-by-page and all questions from the Business Committee were answered by Mr. Skow.