December 11, 2023 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
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1.a. Call to Order
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Scott Reisig.
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
This meeting was held in accordance to the Open Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was published in the Star-Herald and on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website.
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4. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a. Adopt Agenda
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4.b. Approval of Certified Staff Retirement
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4.b.1. Rob Shoopman, Science, Scottsbluff High School
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4.b.2. Derek Deaver, Business and Internship Coordinator, Scottsbluff High School
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4.c. Approval of Certified Staff Hire
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4.c.1. Andrea Egelkraut, Special Education
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4.c.2. Jeanine Bussinger, Special Education
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4.d. Approve Minutes as follows:
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4.d.1. November 13, 2023
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5. Expenditures
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5.a. Expenditures, without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C. and Tory Schwartz: $2,197,339.73
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.b. Expenditures for Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C.: $107.50
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.c. Expenditures for Tory Schwartz: $50.00
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Awards and Recognitions
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6.a. All-State Chorus
Speaker(s):
Brad Ronne
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School All-State Chorus Sponsor Brad Ronne spoke.
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6.b. All-State Orchestra
Speaker(s):
Brad Ronne/Frank Ibero
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Band Teacher Frank Ibero spoke for Orchestra Teacher Ashley Hillman.
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6.c. 8th Grade All-State Band
Speaker(s):
Michael Koch
Discussion:
Bluffs Middle School Band Teacher Michael Koch spoke.
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6.d. Softball
Speaker(s):
Dan Fox
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Softball Coach Dan Fox spoke.
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7. Public Comment - a total of 60 minutes will be allotted (no more than 4 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
The following members of the public address the Board of Education during Public Comment:
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8. Student Report
Speaker(s):
Ava Reed
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Student Representative Ava Reed presented to the Board. Ava noted students have a busy two weeks ahead of them before the close of the Fall Semester. Ava stated all activities and athletics have had successful seasons, including the recent inaugural eSports competition, the first ever State win for the Softball team, and the Volleyball team participating in the State tournament for the first time in over a decade. Ava invited the Board to support the students at upcoming events such as the SHS Band, Choir, and Orchestra concerts, as well as the Drill Team Extravaganza. Ava thanked the Board for the continued support in all the activities available to the students.
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9. Update
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9.a. Westmoor Elementary
Speaker(s):
Bert Wright
Discussion:
Westmoor Elementary Principal Bert Wright and Assistant Principal Bethany Jolliffe provided an update to the Board.
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9.b. 2022-2023 Classifications and Assessment Results
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mike Mason provided an update to the Board.
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9.c. Committee on American Civics Review
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mike Mason presented an update on the American Civics Committee, as required by Nebraska Revised Statute § 79-724.
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10. Unfinished Business
Discussion:
The Board of Education took a brief recess at 7:21 PM and reconvened at 7:26 PM.
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10.a. Board Policy Review - 1000 Series - “Community Relations” - Second Reading
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.b. Revision of Board Policy 5404 - Safe Sport Authorization Act - Second Reading
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. New Business
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11.a. Discuss, consider and take all necessary action with regard to possible approval and authorization to execute a property purchase and sale agreement with 2617 Property Interests, LLC, for the purchase of the approximately 12.36 acre parcel of real property, including buildings, parking lot, improvements, furniture, fixtures and personal property, located at 2617 College Park, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in the purchase price amount of $1,500,000.
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Board of Education President Scott Reisig provided a personal statement in regards to the property purchase approval. Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson answered questions from Board members, including Rob Polk, Beth Merrigan, Paul Snyder, and Tory Schwartz. Mark Lang voiced opposition to this proposed purchase. Paul Snyder voiced support for this property purchase.
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11.b. Superintendent Evaluation Instrument
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.c. Superintendent Contract Changes
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
In accordance with the Superintendent Pay Transparency Act, notice was posted on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website in a prominent location that the Board of Education agenda for this meeting included the approval of a proposed Superintendent. The notice was posted on December 6, 2023, which also included links for the public to access the Proposed Superintendent Contract Addendum and detailed contract costs.
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11.d. Riding Lawn Mower
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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12. Reports and Proposals
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12.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Board Member Beth Merrigan stated she recently had the chance to go to the State Board of Education Conference for the first time since she was elected to the Board. She found it to be full of content and very educational. She noted she has since had the opportunity to have discussion and share notes with other Board members. Beth stated it was a positive experience, and she was grateful for the opportunity to attend.
Board Member Tory Schwartz addressed staff, thanking them for a great first semester and that he hopes they will enjoy their Christmas Break. |
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12.b. Board Committee Reports
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12.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: December 15, 2023 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: January 3, 2024 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: January 3, 2024 @ 11:00 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.4. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: December 21, 2023 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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12.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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12.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson stated each Board Member was given a copy of this year's audit report. Marianne stated the audit was conducted in October and was required to be finalized by November 5th. Marianne stated there were three items of particular interest, particularly page 18, which detailed how the District's cash was collateralized, which ensures the District's cash is fully protected. She also noted on page 22, which detailed the long-term debt the District currently has, as well as the payment schedule. Lastly, Marianne noted page 54 concluded there were not findings in the SBPS audit, and there have been no findings for several years. Marianne noted she works with five great individuals on the Business Team who ensure the day-to-day operations run smoothly. She encouraged the Board to read through the audit report and she would be happy to go through the audit with Board members as needed.
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12.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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12.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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12.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick thanked and commended the students of Scottsbluff Public Schools, as well as the teachers, administrators, content areas specialists, and Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mike Mason for their focused, hard work which resulted in tremendous growth in the student performance as measured by NSCAS. He also commented that this is the first year the District has received a classification of "Great," which should be celebrated
across the District. Dr. Dick thanked both the retirees on the agenda, Rob Shoopman and Derek Deaver, for their many years of dedicated service. Dr. Dick extended his appreciation and gratitude to Derek Deaver for the positive impact he had on him as a student at Scottsbluff High School. Dr. Dick also thanked Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson and the Business Team for their work in preparing the audit report, stating this is no small undertaking. He acknowledged and praised the team's work in ensuring sound accounting practices are in place within the District and Marianne's fiscal oversight. |
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13. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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13.a. December 20, 2023 - ReConnect Graduation - 5:30 PM
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13.b. December 21, 2023 - Board of Education Special Meeting - 5:00 PM
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13.c. December 22, 2023 - End of 1st Semester/11:30 AM Early Release
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13.d. December 23, 2023 - January 7, 2024 - Winter Break
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13.e. January 8, 2024 - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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13.f. January 8, 2024 - ½ PD Day & ½ Work Day - No Students
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13.g. January 9, 2024 - 2nd Semester Begins
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14. Move into Closed Session
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 8:04 PM. Board Member Tory Schwartz left the Board meeting at this time and did not participate in the Closed Session.
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15. Exit Closed Session
Discussion:
The Board of Education exited Closed Session at 9:40 PM.
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16. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education meeting adjourned at 9:41 PM.
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