June 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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I. Call the Meeting to Order
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. at the Early Learning Center.
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I.a. Pledge of Allegiance
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I.b. Announce Open Meetings Act Posting and Location - Posted at Wayne Community Schools, Published in the Wayne Herald (6/4/2024), and online: www.wayneschools.org
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I.c. Action on Absence and Roll Call
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the absence of Mr. Justin Davis and Dr. Jeryl Nelson.
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I.d. Approval of Agenda - The Board may enter Closed Session to discuss any matter for which Closed Session is lawful and appropriate.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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I.e. Consent Agenda - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Minutes of Previous Meetings and Financial Claims
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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I.e.I. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings
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I.e.II. Approval of Financial Reports and Claims
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I.f. Personnel
Discussion:
No report.
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II. Communications from the Public (Policy 8346) and Requested Presentations
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II.a. Hausmann Construction and CWP Architects
Discussion:
Hausmann Construction and Bob Soukup, CWP Architects, gave a progress update on the construction project.
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II.b. Annual Hearing and Review of Policies:
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II.b.I. Policy 5415: Anti-Bullying
Discussion:
Policy 5415:Anti-Bullying was reviewed as required by the Nebraska Department of Education. This policy is reviewed annually. There was no public comment on the policy. All policies can be found at: www.wayneschools.org.
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II.b.II. Policy 5416: Student Fees
Discussion:
Policy 5416: Student Fees, was reviewed as required by the Nebraska Department of Education. This policy is reviewed annually. There was no public comment on this policy. All policies can be found at: www.wayneschools.org.
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II.b.III. Policy 5418: Homeless Students
Discussion:
Policy 5418: Homeless Students, was reviewed as required by the Nebraska Department of Education. This policy is reviewed annually. There was no public comment on this policy. All policies can be found at: www.wayneschools.org.
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II.b.IV. Policy 6400: Parent/Community Involvement in Schools
Discussion:
Policy 6400: Parent/Community Involvement in Schools, was reviewed as required by the Nebraska Department of Education. This policy is reviewed annually. There was no public comment on the policy. All policies can be found at: www.wayneschools.org.
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III. Action Items
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III.a. Old Business
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III.a.I. Second Reading of Amended 2024-25 Early Learning Center Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of Amended 2024-25 ELC Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the second reading of the amended 2024-25 Early Learning Center Handbook.
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III.a.II. Second Reading of Policy 5101: Student Discipline - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of Policy 5101: Student Discipline
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the second reading of Policy 5101: Student Discipline.
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III.a.III. Second Reading of 2024-25 7-12 Student Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of 2024-25 7-12 Student Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the second reading of the 2024-25 7-12 Student Handbook.
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III.a.IV. Second Reading of 2024-25 Non-Certificated Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Second Reading of 2024-25 Non-Certificated Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the second reading of the 2024-25 Non-Certificated Staff Handbook.
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III.b. New Business
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III.b.I. Payment Application #9: Hausmann Construction - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Payment Application #9: Hausmann Construction
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved Payment Application #9 from Hausmann Construction.
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III.b.II. Technology Purchase - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Technology Purchase
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the purchase of new Chromebooks for the 2024-25 school year.
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III.b.III. 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 Policy Updates. The updates reflect recent legislation.
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III.b.IV. First Reading of 2024-25 Certificated Staff Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of 2024-25 Certificated Staff Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the First Reading of the 2024-25 Certificated Staff Handbook.
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III.b.V. First Reading of 2024-25 K-6 Student Handbook - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on First Reading of 2024-25 K-6 Student Handbook
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the First Reading of the 2024-25 K-6 Student Handbook.
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III.b.VI. City of Wayne School Resource Officer Hours - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on City of Wayne School Resource Officer Hours
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved fifteen hours a week for the School Resource Officer.
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III.b.VII. 2024-25 Milk and Dairy Prices - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on 2024-25 Milk and Dairy Prices
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the bid for milk and dairy products from Kemps, LeMars, IA, for the 2024-25 school year.
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III.b.VIII. Safe to Return to School COVID-19 Review - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on Safe to Return to School COVID-19 Review
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board is required to review the Safe to Return to School COVID-19 Plan. There are no changes to the plan.
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III.b.IX. WCS District Treasurer Appointment - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on the Appointment of the WCS District Treasurer
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mrs. Penny Janousek was appointed Board Treasurer. The Board thanks Mrs. Mary Jean Roberson for all the work she has done.
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III.b.X. Kitchen Equipment Quote for the Wayne Early Learning Center - Discuss, Consider, and Take Necessary Action on the Bid for Kitchen Equipment Quote for the Wayne Early Learning Center
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board approved the quote to purchase new kitchen equipment for the new Early Learning Center.
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IV. Administration and Board Committee Reports:
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IV.a. Administration - Written reports were provided by Administration. Copies of their reports are available at the District Office upon request.
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IV.a.I. Superintendent
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IV.a.I.1. TeamMate Program Data
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan presented the Board information on the TeamMates program at Wayne Community Schools.
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IV.a.I.2. Cognia School Improvement Review Findings
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the Cognia Review with the Board. The review showed ratings in several areas and areas needing improvement.
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IV.a.I.3. Playground RFP
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the Request for Proposals for playground equipment at the new Early Learning Center building. Requests are due Thursday, June 27, 2024.
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IV.a.I.4. Budget Timeline
Discussion:
Dr. Lenihan discussed the timeline for working on the 2024-25 budget.
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IV.a.II. High School Principal
Discussion:
Mr. Tucker Hight said the kids did a great job helping move things on the last day of school. He thanked the Board for everything during his years as a teacher and principal.
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IV.a.III. Special Education/Early Learning Center Director
Discussion:
Mrs. Misty Beair told the Board that WCS is listed as a Needs Improvement School for 2024-25 due to chronic absenteeism and math and reading assessments for IEP students.
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IV.a.IV. Elementary Principal
Discussion:
Mr. Plager discussed the fun activities held at the end of the school year.
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IV.a.V. Junior High Principal/Activities Director
Discussion:
Mr. Dave Wragge announced Wendy Heikes as the new Jr. High School/AD secretary. He told the Board there were new records set at the State Track Meet for Wayne High School athletes.
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IV.b. Board Committees
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IV.b.I. Foundation and Community Relations - Justin Davis, Jaime Manz, Sylvia Ruhl, Misty Beair, Mark Lenihan, Rusty Parker
Discussion:
Mr. Rusty Parker reported on the scholarships awarded. He reminded everyone of the All-School Reunion on July 13, 2024.
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IV.b.II. Curriculum and Committee on American Civics - Jaime Manz, Jeryl Nelson, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan, Misty Beair
Discussion:
The Curriculum and Committee on American Civics committee will meet ahead of the August Board Meeting.
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IV.b.III. Facility/Safety/Finance - Justin Davis, Lynn Junck, Jeryl Nelson, Mark Lenihan, Russ Plager, Jordan Widner, Mary Jean Roberson
Discussion:
Mr. Jordan Widner stated the students did a great job helping move things on the last day of school. He mentioned the steps south of the building will be poured after the parking lot is finished.
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IV.b.IV. Policy/Title IX - Jaime Manz, Jeryl Nelson, Jodi Pulfer, Mark Lenihan, Tucker Hight, Russ Plager, Dave Wragge
Discussion:
No report.
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IV.b.V. Negotiations - Justin Davis, Lynn Junck, Jodi Pulfer, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
No report.
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IV.b.VI. Legislative - Lynn Junck, Jodi Pulfer, Sylvia Ruhl, Mark Lenihan
Discussion:
No report.
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V. Boardsmanship
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VI. Future Agenda Items
*July Board Meeting at the Early Learning Center *July Board Retreat *Payment Application #10: Hausmann Construction *Review of Policy 2101: Superintendent as CEO of District *Second Reading of Policy Updates *Second Reading of 2024-25 Teacher Handbook *Second Reading of 2024-25 K-6 Student Handbook *District Phone System *SRO Interlocal Agreement with City of Wayne *Review of Strategic Plan
Discussion:
The July Board Retreat will be held following the July Board Meeting. The review of the Strategic Plan will be discussed at the retreat.
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VII. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m. The next regular Board Meeting will be Monday, July 8, 2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Early Learning Center.
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