November 14, 2016 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Discussion:
Jeff Zdan served as acting President at the meeting. He welcomed Boy Scout Troop 377 to lead the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Please stand and join us in the pledge of allegiance. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings |
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1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings
Discussion:
Motion to excuse members not present to include Susan Haas Tiehen
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1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room. Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments. The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings |
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1.2.1. Public Comment
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings |
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1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Consent Agenda
Rationale:
Consent agenda items include minutes from the October 24, 2016 meeting; November Financial Reports, November bills in the amount of $699,821.94 for the General Fund, and $560.00 for the Building Fund. Prior to the meeting Deb Gerch and Jeff Zdan reviewed the bills.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings, Policy 3001, Budget, and Policy 3007, Review of Bills
Discussion:
Motion to approved Consent Agenda items as presented, with Mrs. Richards abstaining. Consent agenda items include minutes from the October 24, 2016 meeting; November Financial Reports, November bills in the amount of $699,821.94 for the General Fund, and $560.00 for the Building Fund. Prior to the meeting Deb Gerch and Jeff Zdan reviewed the bills.
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2. Board Development and Communication
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings |
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy 2002, Reporting to the Public and 2008, Board of Education Meetings |
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 2.4 - Leadership and staff at all levels of the system foster a culture consistent with the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public |
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2.2.1. Legislative Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards will update the Board regarding Legislative issues.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The System engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards updated the Board regarding legislative issues. Mrs. Richards discussed the need for a separate legislative work session at a future date.
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2.2.2. HumanEX Report--Brad Black
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Brad Black will review with the Board the HumanEx Report. AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Brad Black reviewed the HumanEx Report results with the Board.
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2.2.3. Superintendent's Evaluation Process
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 2.6 - Leadership and staff supervision and evaluation processes result in improved professional practice in all areas of the system and improved student success. Policy 4057 Superintendent Evaluation
Discussion:
Dr. Adler discussed the Superintendent Evaluation process with the Board. He would like the Board members to be prepared to take action on this at the December meeting.
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2.2.4. District Transportation Plan
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mr. Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mr. Buckingham will update the Board on the district transportation plan.
AdvancED Standard 4.1 - The system maintains facilities, services, and equipment to provide a safe, clean, and healthy environment for all students and staff. Board Policy 3011, Transportation, and Policy 5005 Transportation of Option Students
Discussion:
Mr. Buckingham provided an update to the Board on the district transportation plan. Dr. Adler asked that the Board be prepared to approve the plan as presented at the November 28th meeting.
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2.2.5. Legislative Report/Legislative Goals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mrs. Richards
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler and Ms. Richards will update the Board on Legislative Issues/Legislative Goals.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public |
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2.2.6. Orval Smith Baseball Field Interlocal Agreement Discussion
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mr. Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler and Mr. Buckingham will update the Board regarding the Orval Smith Interlocal Agreement.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Dr. Adler and Mr. Buckingham updated the Board regarding the Orval Smith Interlocal Agreement. If the Board agrees with the changes, it will be brought to the November 28th meeting for approval.
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2.2.7. Community Achievement Plan
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler will update the Board regarding the Community Achievement Plan.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public
Discussion:
Dr. Adler updated the Board regarding the Community Achievement Plan (CAP).
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2.2.8. Enrollment Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler will review the 2016-17 enrollment information with the Board.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. |
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3.1. Graduation Requirements (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Tiffanie Welte
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Dr. Welte will present the Graduation Plan for approval by the Board.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 6004 Curriculum Development and Assessment
Discussion:
Dr. Welte presented the Graduation Plan for approval by the Board.
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3.2. Voluntary Separation Resolution (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mr. Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Dr. Adler and Mr. Buckingham will present the Voluntary Separation Program to the Board for approval. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status
Discussion:
Motion was approved for the Voluntary Separation Program, which will be implemented and funded with a maximum of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) for use during the Program enrollment period which coincides with the 2016-17 school year.
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4. Policy Review
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
The Board and Administration will review proposed policies. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status |
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5. Policy 5039 Fundraising Activities/Crowdfunding (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mr. Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Mr. Buckingham presented Policy 5039 - Fundraising Activities/Crowd Funding to the Board for approval.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status
Discussion:
Mr. Buckingham presented Policy 5039 - Fundraising Activities/Crowd Funding to the Board for approval.
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6. Executive Session Disclosure
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. |
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6.1. Executive Session (Action)
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The Board and Administration will discuss negotiations.
AdvancED Standard 1.1 - The System engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy 4046, Negotiations Goals and Objectives
Discussion:
Motion to enter into Executive Session at 9:28pm to discuss negotiations.
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7. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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7.1. Announcements
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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7.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
Supplemental Documents include the following: UNMC Student Newsletter
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7.3. Future Board Calendar
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Senior Citizen Luncheon – Tue., November 15, 2016 – 11:30 a.m. Ralston High School State Education Conference - Wed. - Fri., November 16-18, 2016 La Vista Conference Center/Embassy Suites Board of Education Meeting – Mon., November 28, 2016 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board Dinner – Monday, December 5, 2016 – 6 p.m. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, 305 N. 170th Street, Village Pointe Board of Education Meeting – Monday, December 12, 2016 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center |
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7.4. Adjourn
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
Motion to adjourn Executive Session and meeting at 10:17 PM.
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