August 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Discussion:
President Breitkreutz called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM and the Pledge of Allegiance was said.
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2. Motion to Excuse Board Member's Absence
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All members were present.
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3. Open Meeting Law
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The audience was reminded that Open Meeting Laws would be followed.
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4. District Mission Statement
The Raymond Central community is committed to providing a positive, challenging learning environment which prepares each individual to be a responsible citizen in an ever-changing society. |
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5. Consent Agenda
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Motion by Lange, second by Benes to approve the consent agenda as presented including the regular meeting minutes of July 10, 2024; July financial statement; monthly bills; and approval of substitute teachers Carrie Bouwens, Hayley Reikofski and Grace Smith. RCV 6-0. Motion carried.
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5.1. Regular Minutes of July 10, 2024
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5.2. Financial Statement/Report
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5.3. Monthly Bills
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5.4. Policy Review
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5.5. Certificated staff hires/reassignment/resignations
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6. Correspondence/Recognition
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7. Public Forum
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8. Reports
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8.1. Administrative Reports
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Submitted by Troy Lurz, Jr-Sr High School Principal
First Days: The first days of school have been exciting and without a great deal of challenges. Even with all of the changes, the office and building appear to be functioning at a high level. The staff has been excellent to work with and all indications are that we have given them plenty of time to prepare for their classes and the school year. Having the students here is always where our work becomes truly relevant. It is always good to see the students and staff interacting. Our work is about kids; first, last, and always. The rotations that were set up yesterday for the students to rotate through set them up for great success moving forward. I am excited to see what the next few months bring. We are off to a great start. Professional Development: Our staff spent one full day working on the introductory pieces of our Instructional Model. Deb Kruse has been instrumental in seeing our Six Phase Model come to fruition. The professional learning team met first and set the parameters for the day with the certified staff. This provided an excellent scaffold by which the learning was anchored. Early indications are that the staff appreciate the format and that the information was not overwhelming and ties into what many of rhythm already know. Moving forward we will be meeting with the high school staff next week to review the first week of school and realign priorities. This will include our steps and intended work with the Six Phase Instructional model and the use of learning targets/learning intentions in their classrooms. Counseling/ACT/Senior Experience/Scholarships (Tasha): We are finalizing schedules, enrolling students in dual credit courses and making plans for future events. We will have a school counseling intern this semester Kylie Vodehnal from Wayne State College. Awards and Recognition (Staff Member of Merit): We will be honoring students and staff this year for their efforts in and out of the classroom. Friday Celebration: We will begin celebrating our family members throughout the year. We will also be trying various ways to introduce excitement and school spirit back into the operations of our school. Beginning as early as next Friday, we will begin the practice of playing the National Anthem in the commons on Friday morning. This will give us the opportunity to meet with our students and staff and potentially recognize them for things we have deemed worthy. Evaluation Update: Beginning walk-throughs presently. Tell Our Story! Remember to be telling others what we stand for at Raymond Central. It is too easy to get caught up in the negative. It is imperative that we continue to tell our story our way. Our version is the only version that matters because we are seeing it happen first hand. We have been sharing this message with our staff and students loudly. #Skyward, #Family, #HerdMentality Submitted by Elementary Principals Steve Rose and Deb Kruse New teachers and new assignments:
The teacher leadership team continued work on lesson plans and presentations for staff and students to begin our year with "The Mustang Way" This will be our expectations on how to be "Safe, Responsible, and Respectful" throughout the school. Teachers are expected to teach these expectations to students and all teachers / staff will use the common expectations and language to promote what it looks like to do things "The Mustang Way." The leadership team added lessons around "The Five Finger Rule" and "Problem Identification" to help students manage and process through conflict in a systemize way in all of our classrooms and schools. Upcoming Dates:
Submitted by Amanda Coufal, Special Education Coordinator Extended School Year Services (ESY):
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8.2. Student Board Member
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Ellerie White reported on back to school and events happening among the student body.
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8.3. Superintendent's Report:
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8.3.1. Classified Staff hires/reassignment/resignations
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8.3.2. NASB Monthly Update
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8.3.3. NRCSA Monthly Report
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8.3.4. Update on Superintendent's Goals
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8.3.5. Safety Report
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8.3.6. Facilities Report
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Valparaiso
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8.3.7. Important Upcoming Dates:
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August 28 - Budget Workshop
September 11 - 2024-25 Budget Hearing followed by Regular Board Meeting September 25 - Area Membership Meeting in Fremont Superintendent Evaluation: October 9-15 Self Evaluation October 17- BOE Receives Self Evaluation For Review October 17-27 - BOE Evaluations November 4 - BOE Will Recieve Results November BOE Meeting - 1st Evaluation |
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8.3.8. Legislative Update
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8.4. Board Committee Reports
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8.4.1. Curriculum & American Civics Committee (Burklund-chair, Lange, Matulka)
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8.4.2. Facilities & Transportation Committee (Matulka-chair, Burklund, Lange)
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8.4.3. Finance Committee (Breitkreutz-chair, Burklund, Heyen)
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8.4.4. Negotiations Committee (Lange-chair, Benes, Heyen)
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8.4.5. Policy Committee (Benes-chair, Breitkreutz, Heyen)
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8.5. Professional Learning Committee Report
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Professional Learning Committee members Jill Huck, Kim Hudson, Hannah Kring and Andrew Placke presented on their work over summer. The team will help provide research-based teaching strategies and how to adjust instruction according to student needs.
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9. Old Business
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10. New Business
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10.1. Discuss, Consider the approval of the additional property tax authority of 6%, which is afforded as a consideration through legislation
Discussion:
Discussion was held regarding the additional property tax authority of 6% which is afforded as a consideration through legislation. The additional 6% tax authority does not necessarily mean we as a district will use it. It is important to note if we approve this for future use, it will allow for the continued ability to address facilities and large purchase needs during a time when funding in uncertain. There are multiple reasons why voting to access it makes sense.
Action will be taken on this topic at the August 28, 2024 Budget Workshop |
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10.2. Declare outdated and unused furniture items surplus.
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Motion by Matulka, second by Burklund to declare outdated and unused furniture items as surplus. RCV 6-0. Motion carried.
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10.3. Discuss and consider the purchase and installation of a new fire panal at Valparaiso Elementary school.
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Motion by Lange, second by Benes to approve the purchase and installation of a new fire panel at the Elementary School in Valparaiso at a cost of $26,923.79. RCV 6-0. Motion carried.
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10.4. Discuss and consider a lease agreement with the RC Community Foundation regarding the More Than a Field project.
Discussion:
Discussion was held regarding a lease agreement with the RC Community Foundation for the "More Than a Field" project which may be needed for grants being applied for. Action will take place at the September meeting.
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11. Next Regular Board Meeting - September 11, 2024
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The next regular Board of Education Meeting will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
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12. Adjournment
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Motion by Benes, second by Matulka to adjourn the meeting at 6:47 PM. RCV 6-0. Motion carried.
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