April 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting was called to order by Board Vice President Beth Merrigan at 6:00 PM.
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1.a. Call to Order
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Open Meetings Act
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
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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 Hire
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4.b.1. Audrey Kramer, 1st Grade, Longfellow Elementary
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4.b.2. Tori Hoagland, 8th Grade Science, Bluffs Middle School
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4.c. Approval of Certified Staff Resignation
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4.c.1. Bette Griffiths, Registered Nurse, SBPS
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4.d. Approve Minutes as follows:
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4.d.1. March 11, 2024
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4.d.2. March 25, 2024
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5. Expenditures
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5.a. Expenditures without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C,: $1,440,367.98
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.b. Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C. Expenditures: $784.75
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Awards and Recognitions
Discussion:
Board Member Mark Lang left the meeting at 6:30 PM and returned at 6:32 PM.
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6.a. BMS MATHCOUNTS
Speaker(s):
Shelby Aaberg
Discussion:
BMS MATHCOUNTS Sponsor Shelby Aaberg spoke.
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6.b. SHS Math Club
Speaker(s):
Shelby Aaberg
Discussion:
SHS Math Club Sponsor Shelby Aaberg spoke.
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6.c. HOSA
Speaker(s):
Mary Sanchez
Discussion:
HOSA Sponsor Mary Sanchez spoke.
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6.d. Drill Team
Speaker(s):
Angie Hinze
Discussion:
Drill Team Sponsor Angie Hinze spoke.
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6.e. Swimming
Speaker(s):
Vanessa Woolsey
Discussion:
Swimming Sponsor Vanessa Woolsey spoke.
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6.f. DECA
Speaker(s):
Justin Gipe
Discussion:
DECA Sponsor Justin Gipe spoke.
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6.g. Nebraska World Language Distinguished Scholar - Emma Eichner
Speaker(s):
Yi Ju Ting
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Chinese Teacher Yi Ju Ting 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 member of the public was present to address the Board of Education:
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8. Student Report
Speaker(s):
Ava Reed
Discussion:
Student Senate Sponsor Barbara O'Boyle gave an update to the Board of Education: Reflecting on March, we had much to celebrate. Our Career Student Organizations all had very successful state competitions. At State HOSA, 25 students placed in 17 different events, earning 30 medals. DECA students placed in 21 events, qualifying 13 students for their respective national competition. Educators Rising qualified six projects and 10 students for their national event. FFA had a great state competition with many FFA members receiving ribbons in their individual competitions. Our Math Club took first place at the Data Driven Contest at UNL. The SHS Music Department just completed the production of Matilda. Congratulations to Mr. Ronne, Ms. Muhr, Ms. Becker, and the entire cast on a great show.
As we look ahead to April, we have ACT testing tomorrow and Prom this Saturday. In addition, all activities are in the midst of their seasons, so it will be another busy month at SHS, as we prepare to finish out the year. As always, thank you for your continued support. |
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9. Update
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9.a. Roosevelt Elementary
Speaker(s):
Frances Burkhalter
Discussion:
Roosevelt Elementary Principal Frances Burkhalter spoke.
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10. New Business
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10.a. Board Policy Revisions and Adoption: Policy 3560 - “Records Management and Disposition”, Policy 4170 - “Leave of Absence”, Policy 6270 - “Regulations for School Trips,” Policy 6271 - “Supervision of Students on Overnight Trips”, and Policy 8346 - “Public Participation at Board Meetings” - First Reading
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10.b. Annual Readoption of Board Policy 6370 - Multicultural Education
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.c. Ombudsman Educational Services - ChanceLight Proposal
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.d. Device Assisted Learning Initiative (DALI) Chromebooks
Speaker(s):
David Davis
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.e. myPerspectives ELA Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.f. Reveal Math Algebra 2 Textbook Adoption
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.g. Coaching Services - Head Girls Wrestling
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.h. FSMC Renewal Agreement 2024-2025
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.i. 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 Administrator Negotiated Agreement
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.j. Executive Director of Finance Contract
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Reports and Proposals
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11.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Board Member Paul Snyder commented that the first half hour of each meeting is one of the greatest jobs of being on the Board of Education. He noted the talent of the students and the dedication of the teachers makes him very proud.
Board Member Rob Polk stated the more he gets to know staff within the District, the more he appreciates and admires them. |
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11.b. Board Committee Reports
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11.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: April 19, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: May 7, 2024 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: May 6, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson stated the upcoming Finance Meeting on May 6, 2024 will be rescheduled.
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11.b.4. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: April 11, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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11.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
Dr. Andrew Dick noted he attended the SHS musical Matilda last week and stated it was a phenomenal performance by the Scottsbluff High School students under the direction of Brad Ronne and Beth Muhr, with Frank Ibero and Barb Becker also being very instrumental to the success of the musical. Dr. Dick echoed Paul Snyder's sentiments, stating the Awards & Recognition portion of each Board meeting is an absolute joy as the talent and dedication is showcased. He noted there are six weeks left of school, with many fun-filled celebrations ahead. Dr. Dick thanked the Board of Education, Dr. Wendy Kemling, Mike Mason, Jadie Beam, Mandy Hadenfeldt, Justin Shaddick, Jana Mason, Libby Kaufman, Annie Stahlecker, Shelby Aaberg, the SHS Math Department and the BMS ELA teachers for the tremendous amount of research and thought that went into the selection of ChanceLight, Reveal Math, and the myPerspectives ELA programs.
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12. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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12.a. April 19, 2024 - PD Day - No School for Students
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12.b. May 8, 2024 - Retirement & Recognition Ceremony - 4:00 PM - SHS Cafeteria
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12.c. May 11, 2024 - Employee Appreciation Event - 4:00-7:00 PM - 18th Street Plaza
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12.d. May 13, 2024 - Board of Education Meeting
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12.e. May 19, 2024 - Graduation
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13. 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 7:58 PM.
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14. Exit Closed Session
Discussion:
The Board of Education exited Closed Session at 8:50 PM.
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15. Adjournment
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education Regular Meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM.
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