July 13, 2020 at 5:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
| Minutes | |
|---|---|
|
I. Call the Meeting to Order
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.
|
|
|
I.a. Pledge of Allegiance
|
|
|
I.b. Announce Open Meeting Act Posting and Location - Wayne Community Schools, Wayne Public Library, Wayne Post Office, and online: www.wayneschools.org
|
|
|
I.c. Action on Absence and Roll Call
|
|
|
I.d. Approval of Agenda - The Board may enter Executive Session to discuss any matter for which Executive Session is lawful and appropriate.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
I.e. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
I.e.I. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings
|
|
|
I.e.II. Approval of Financial Reports and Claims
|
|
|
I.f. Personnel
Discussion:
No report.
|
|
|
II. Communications from the Public (Policy 8346) and Requested Presentations
|
|
|
II.a. 2020-21 School Year Re-opening
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the three-color risk system plan for school re-opening in August. A letter with the details will be sent home. Melissa Meyer asked questions concerning students wearing masks.
|
|
|
III. Annual Hearing and Review of Policies
Each year, school boards are required to review certain policies annually.
Discussion:
Policies 5415, 5416, 5418, 6400, and 6600 are reviewed annually as required by the Nebraska Department of Education. All policies can be found on the school's website.
|
|
|
III.a. Policy 5415 - Anti-Bullying
|
|
|
III.b. Policy 5416 - Student Fees Policy
|
|
|
III.c. Policy 5418 - Homeless
|
|
|
III.d. Policy 6400 - Parental Involvement
|
|
|
III.e. Policy 6600 - Improving Learning for Children with Disabilities (ILCD)
|
|
|
IV. Action Items
|
|
|
IV.a. Old Business
|
|
|
IV.a.I. Second Reading of Policy Updates - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of Policy Updates
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the second reading of policies 1040, 5101, 5103, 5406, 5506, 6117, and 6283a.
|
|
|
IV.b. New Business
|
|
|
IV.b.I. Policy 2101 - Acknowledgement of Superintendent as CEO of District - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Policy 2101
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
This policy is reviewed annually and states that the Superintendent is the CEO of the District. All policies can be found on the school's website.
|
|
|
IV.b.II. First Reading of Policy Updates - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of Policy Updates
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the first reading of policies 1200, 3560, 4002, 4003, 4003a, 4003b, 4190, 4260, 5001, 5401, 5401z, 6380, 7060, and 7070. Dr. Lenihan noted that policies 7060 and 7070 are new policies.
|
|
|
IV.b.III. Extra Duty Contracts Update - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Extra Duty Contracts Update
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan has been in contact with Perry Law Firm over extra duty pay. The Board approved the paying of half the extra duty pay through February. If seasons have been shortened or cancelled, a prorated amount will then be paid to the coaches. The Board appreciates the extra work the staff does for extra duties.
|
|
|
IV.b.IV. First Reading of 2020-21 Teacher Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of 2020-21 Teacher Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the first reading of the 2020-21 Teacher Handbook.
|
|
|
IV.b.V. First Reading of Non-Certified Staff Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of Non-Certified Staff Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the first reading of the Non-Certified Staff Handbook.
|
|
|
IV.b.VI. 2020-21 NRCSA Membership Dues - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 2020-21 NRCSA Membership Dues
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the NRCSA membership dues for 2020-21.
|
|
|
IV.b.VII. 2020-21 School Year Re-opening Plan - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 2020-21 School Year Re-opening Plan
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the re-opening plan for the upcoming 2020-21 school year. Dr. Lenihan stated that school will begin August 13 with a 2:00 dismissal for August 13 and 14. All staff and students will be required to wear a face covering when social distancing is not possible.
|
|
|
IV.b.VIII. Survey - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Surveying the areas south and east of the Jr/Sr High Building
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the quote from Cornerstone Surveying to survey the areas south and east of the Jr/Sr High School building.
|
|
|
IV.b.IX. Jr/Sr High Parking Lot Design - Discuss, consider, and take necessary action to approve Phase 1 & 2 of the Jr/Sr High Parking Lot Design
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the quote from Carlson West Povondra Architects for Phase 1 and 2 of the Jr/Sr. High School parking lot.
|
|
|
V. Administration and Board Committee Reports:
|
|
|
V.a. Administration - Written reports were provided by Administration. Copies of their reports are available at the District Office upon request.
|
|
|
V.a.I. Superintendent
|
|
|
V.a.I.1. Budget Update
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the 1.89% increase on the line item budget. The Board thanked him for working on keeping the expenses low.
|
|
|
V.a.I.2. State Accreditation
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan presented the Board the Certificate of Accreditation from the Nebraska Department of Education.
|
|
|
V.a.I.3. NSAA Bowling
Discussion:
NSAA has added bowling as a sport. Dr. Lenihan told the Board of possible costs associated with adding it to WCS sport schedule. Jennifer Sievers addressed the Board about students wanting this as a sport. She thanked the Board for their consideration. This will be an action item in August.
|
|
|
V.a.II. High School Principal
|
|
|
V.a.III. Special Education/Early Learning Center Director
Discussion:
Mrs. Beair invited the Board to the Early Learning Center graduation on Thursday, August 6, at Bressler Park.
|
|
|
V.a.IV. Elementary Principal
Discussion:
Mr. Plager said summer school is going smoothly.
|
|
|
V.a.V. Junior High Principal/Activities Director
|
|
|
V.b. Board Committees
|
|
|
V.b.I. Foundation and Community Relations - Jaime Manz, Sylvia Ruhl, Justin Davis, Mark Lenihan, Brandon Foote
Discussion:
Mr. Brandon Foote told the Board the Kern Track lights are completed. Scholarship checks have been mailed out.
|
|
|
V.b.II. Curriculum and Committee on American Civics - Wendy Consoli, Jaime Manz, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan, Misty Beair
Discussion:
No report.
|
|
|
V.b.III. Facility/Safety/Finance - Lynn Junck, Jodi Pulfer, Justin Davis, Mark Lenihan, Russ Plager, Rochelle Nelson
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan presented the short and long term facility plan.
|
|
|
V.b.IV. Policy/Title IX - Wendy Consoli, Jamie Manz, Jodi Pulfer, Mark Lenihan, Russ Plager, Tucker Hight
Discussion:
There is a possibility of more policy updates coming.
|
|
|
V.b.V. Negotiations - Wendy Consoli, Lynn Junck, Justin Davis, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
No report.
|
|
|
V.b.VI. Legislative - Jodi Pulfer, Lynn Junck, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
The Legislative Committee met in July.
|
|
|
VI. Boardsmanship
|
|
|
VI.a. July Board Retreat Dates
Discussion:
The Board will meet for the July Retreat on Wednesday, July 29, at 5:00 p.m., at the Early Learning Center.
|
|
|
VII. Future Agenda Items
*Second Reading of Policy Updates *Second Reading of 2020-21 Teacher Handbook *Second Reading of 2020-21 Non-Certified Staff Handbook |
|
|
VIII. Executive Session (If Needed)
|
|
|
IX. Action Taken from Executive Session (If Needed)
|
|
|
X. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 p.m. The next regular Board Meeting will be Monday, August 10, at 5:00 p.m.
|