December 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Board of Education Regular Meeting was called to order at 6:01 PM by Board President Scott Reisig.
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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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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. Bert Wright, Principal, Westmoor Elementary
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4.b.2. Carolyn Escamilla, Science, Bluffs Middle School
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4.b.3. Matt Parsley, Social Studies, Scottsbluff High School
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4.c. Approve Minutes as follows:
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4.c.1. November 11, 2024
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5. Expenditures
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5.a. Expenditures, without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C.: $3,629,221.10
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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.: $946.00
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. Football
Speaker(s):
Jud Hall
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Football Coach Jud Hall spoke.
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6.b. Cross Country
Speaker(s):
Aaron Carrizales
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Cross Country Coach Aaron Carrizales spoke.
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6.c. 8th Grade All-State Band
Speaker(s):
Mike Koch
Discussion:
Bluffs Middle School Band Teacher Mike Koch spoke.
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6.d. SHS All-State Band
Speaker(s):
Frank Ibero
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Band Teacher Frank Ibero spoke.
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6.e. SHS All-State Orchestra
Speaker(s):
Frank Ibero
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Band Teacher Frank Ibero spoke.
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6.f. SHS All-State Chorus
Speaker(s):
Brad Ronne
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Vocal Teacher Brad Ronne spoke.
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6.g. Nebraska Music Education Association Hall of Fame Induction - Mike Koch
Speaker(s):
Jana Mason
Discussion:
Bluffs Middle School Principal Jana Mason spoke.
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6.h. Chinese Language Teachers Association Teacher of the Year - YiJu Ting
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School Principal Justin Shaddick spoke.
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7. Student Report
Speaker(s):
Ava Reed
Discussion:
Scottsbluff High School senior Ava Reed gave an update to the Board of Education. Ava stated the Unified Bowling team placed 3rd at the district competition, the Play Production team placed 6th at their district competition, and winter sports have officially started their respective seasons. Ava noted Scottsbluff High School was recognized as a Unified Banner Champion School for the second time, becoming one of just 208 schools receiving the honor nationwide. A ceremony took place to celebrate that accomplishment, along with the students and sponsors who made the honor possible. Ava stated that SHS students are proud of their school and their commitment to inclusion and recognition of all students.
Ava stated students are excited about upcoming holiday concerts and celebrations, as well as numerous tournaments and athletic events taking place before Winter Break. She noted SHS finals would take place the following week, with many WNCC and dual credit finals occurring this week. She noted there is much to accomplish to ensure a great finish to the semester. On behalf of the SHS student body, Ava thanked local law enforcement agencies and the community for their quick response to ensure student safety during the recent safety and security incident. Ava commented that while students were happy to find the threat was invalid, it was reassuring to know that local law enforcement takes these situations seriously and are there to protect the school. She thanked the Board for the continued support and wished them happy holidays. |
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8. Public Comment - a total of 120 minutes will be allotted (no more than 5 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
There were no members of the public present who wished to address the Board of Education.
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9. Update
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9.a. Committee on American Civics Review
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mike Mason provided an update on the Committee on American Civics Review. There were no members of the public who wished to address the Board of Education during the Public Comment portion of the Committee on American Civics Review agenda item.
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10. Unfinished Business
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10.a. Board Policy Adoptions - Policy 5009 - “Preschool Enrollment” and Policy 5015 - “Attendance Areas and Student Transfers” - Second Reading
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10.b. Board Policy Revisions - Policy 5430 - “Student Memorials,” Policy 6290 - Commencement,” and Policy 9370 - “Open Sessions” - Second Reading
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11. New Business
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11.a. Board Policy Review & Revision - 7000 Series - “New Construction” - First Reading
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11.b. Board Policy Review, Revision, and Consolidation of the 8000 Series - “Internal Board Policies” and the 9000 Series - “Bylaws of the Board” - First Reading
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11.c. Request for Approval to Participate in the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Nebraska Program
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.d. Westmoor Elementary School Addition and Renovation Bid
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.e. Preschool Playground Bid
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.f. Superintendent Contract Addendum
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 Vice President Beth Merrigan stated the annual State Education Conference continues to yield results and increase her knowledge. She stated she is grateful for the opportunity for continuing education in order to increase her knowledge and understanding of how the decisions made in the Board Room affect classrooms and the District.
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12.b. Board Committee Reports
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12.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: December 18, 2024 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: January 7, 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: January 6, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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12.b.4. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: December 19, 2024 @ 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 updated the Board of Education on an approved change order for the Early Childhood project as per Board Policy 3133. In addition, each Board member was given a copy of the 23-24 audit report with a review of some of the information within the report.
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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:
Dr. Andrew Dick stated last Wednesday, he had the opportunity to attend the second recognition of Scottsbluff High School as a Unified Champion Banner School by the Special Olympics. Scottsbluff High School was one of 208 schools across the nation to receive this prestigious recognition, which demonstrates a commitment to inclusion by our student body and staff members. Dr. Dick recognized Scottsbluff High School Principal Mr. Justin Shaddick and his administrative team, Executive Director of Student Services Dr. Wendy Kemling, and Assistant Director of Student Services Betsy Skelcher for their leadership. He stated it is a very special recognition and something we should be incredibly proud of. Scottsbluff High School was one of four schools in the country this year to have won the award twice, and Dr. Dick commented that SHS is in rare company and we should be very proud.
Dr. Dick extended special thanks to the retirees on the Board agenda, particularly Westmoor Principal Bert Wright, who has dedicated 31 years to SBPS. He notes Mr. Wright has impacted the lives of students at all three levels, including as an elementary teacher, a middle school teacher and administrator, a Boys Golf and Basketball coach, and finally, as the principal of Westmoor Elementary. He stated he had the privilege of working alongside Mr. Wright at Bluffs Middle School for a number of years, and extended his congratulations to Mr. Wright on his retirement and thanked him for his dedication to our students, their families, and the District. Dr. Dick noted that Scottsbluff High School teacher Matt Parsley has dedicated 36 years to teaching at SBPS, noting he is an outstanding educator who has not only dedicated time to SBPS, but is also a member of the armed forces. Dr. Dick thanked Mr. Parsley for his tremendous service to SBPS, as well as his military service. Lastly, Dr. Dick recognized Bluffs Middle School teacher Carolyn Escamilla's retirement, noting she had returned to teaching recently, and stating he hopes to see her back in the SBPS halls as a substitute teacher. Dr. Dick commented on the recent safety and security incident, stating the District is very thankful the incident was just a hoax swatting call, but the experience was a great reminder of the tremendous partnership SBPS enjoys with local law enforcement. He noted that the Scottsbluff Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, and the Sheriff's Office responded with a heavy presence at Bluffs Middle School and Scottsbluff High School in a very short amount of time. He stated law enforcement were able to canvas the nearby neighborhoods before the District lifted the Secure status. He extended a heartfelt thank you to those responding entities. |
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13. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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13.a. December 18, 2024 - ReConnect Graduation - 5:30 PM
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13.b. December 20, 2024 - End of 1st Semester/11:30 AM Early Release
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13.c. December 23, 2024 - January 6, 2025 - Winter Break
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13.d. January 6, 2025 - ½ PD Day & ½ Work Day - No Students
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13.e. January 7, 2025 - 2nd Semester Begins
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13.f. January 13, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting
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14. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Board of Education Regular Meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM.
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