February 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The formation of public policy is public business and may not be conducted in secret. Every meeting of the Norris Board shall be open to the public and abide by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is available for inspection at our meeting site. Does anyone in the audience require audio or visual assistance?
Discussion:
President Devine called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
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2. Student Representative Report
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Ellie Thomas, student representative, shared with the Board of Education updates on high school activities and athletics.
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3. Administrators' Reports
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Reports from administrators on items of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Brittany Sullivan, Elementary School Principal, shared with the Board of Education updates and celebrations from grades K-2 including the current 24-25 Kindergarten enrollment of 101 future Titans.
Brooke Kastanek, Intermediate School Principal, shared with the Board of Education updates and celebrations from grades 3-5. Jamie Kernes, Middle School Principal, submitted an electronic report highlighting the updates and celebrations from grades 6-8. Nate Seggerman, High School Principal, shared with the Board of Education updates and celebrations from grades 9-12. Mrs. Morrison, Curriculum Director, shared with the Board of Education her recent visit to Scottsbluff's career academies, computer science opportunities, teacher professional development and student assessments. Dr. Brenda Tracy, Director of Student Services, shared with the Board of Education updates from the District MTSS Committee, counseling and school psychologist program reviews, and the district's mental health grant.
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4. Public Comment
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
There was no public comment this month.
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5. Curriculum Report/ Program Review:
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
There was no Curriculum Report this month.
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6. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Superintendent reports on matters of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Dr. Maschmann and Dr. Joel shared the Superintendent's Report with the Board of Education. Dr. Maschmann shared with the Board of Education an update from his goals that were developed as a result of the Superintendent Evaluation.
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6.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
Rationale:
February 15-17 - State Wrestling Tournament
February 17 - State Dance Competition February 19 - Girls Basketball Sub Districts February 24 - Norris Field of Talent February 28 - State Girls Basketball March 6 - Boys State Basketball March 13 Regular Board Meeting
Discussion:
Dr. Maschmann shared with the Board of Education upcoming dates and events of interest with the Board of Education.
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6.2. Commendations
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Colin Kubik has been named NSIAAA Assistant Activities Administrator of the year.
Patti Wieskamp has been Awarded the NSIAAA Outstanding Service Award. This award recognizes individuals who greatly contribute to high school activities. February 12-16 was School Counselor Appreciation Week, Thank you Counselors
Discussion:
Dr. Maschmann shared the district commendations with the Board of Education.
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6.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Certified Staff:Hire
Resignation
Retiring
Extra Duty: Hire Support Staff:Hire
Resignation Retiring
Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared the personnel update with the Board of Education.
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6.4. Strategic Plan Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Strategic Overview Committee has met two times. The first meeting focused on the strengths, opportunities, aspirations and results protocol. At the second meeting, the committee reviewed, edited, and provided suggestions on updating the District's Mission and Vision statements.
All surveys have been distributed, collected and closed. NASB is now in the process of organizing the data which will be shared at the third Strategic Overview Committee meeting in March/April. Thank you to all stakeholders who took time to complete the surveys to provide meaningful feedback.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel presented an update on the District's Strategic Planning Process facilitated by NASB.
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7. Consent Agenda
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consent items are considered routine and will be passed without vote by unanimous consent; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference.
Discussion:
President Devine read aloud the following, "Consent items are considered routine and will be passed without vote by unanimous consent; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference."
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8. Policies
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the First Reading of 5417.1, 1003, 1100, 1170, 1270, and 1324. Approval of rescinding policies 1120, 1160, 1210, 1312, and 1500. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel, Rhonda Burbach, and Steph Meese presented the 1000 policy series updates to the Board of Education for the first reading. Rhonda Burbach and Steph Meese are members of the Board of Education's Policy Committee. The updated District Wellness Policy was also up for it's first reading.
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9. Travel Request
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consistent with Policy 6153,
Norris Students along with Nicole Krings, Taylor Slama and MaryAnn Franken will travel to Grand Island, NE for the State Cheer Competition on February 14-15. Norris Track team members along with Mitch Braun and Beau Heiss, will be attending the Kansas University Relays on April 19 and 20 in Lawrence Kansas.
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the travel requests consistent with policy 6153 Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Maschamann recommended to the Board of Education the approval of the State Cheer Travel Request and Norris Track Team Travel Request.
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10. Ratification of the Certified Staff Negotiated Agreement for the 2024-2025 School Year
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Approval of negotiated agreement from Board Negotiations Committee recommendation as approved by membership of NAE (Norris Association of Educators, exclusive collective bargaining agent).
Recommended Motion(s):
Approval of negotiated agreement and the salary schedule for the 2024-25 school year from Board Negotiations Committee recommendation as approved by membership of NAE (Norris Association of Educators, exclusive collective bargaining agent). Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
President Devine and Vice President Kubicek provided highlights of the 24-25 Negotiated Agreement and recommended approval by the Board of Education.
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11. Food Service Update
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mel Maendele, Food Service Director, will present on the Norris food service.
Discussion:
Mel Maendele, Taher Food Service Director, and Jeff Hillogoss, Taher District Manager, provided an update to the Board of Education regarding the nutrition and food program for Norris School District.
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12. Legislative Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann, President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Discussion:
Dr. Maschmann and Dr. Joel shared the Legislative Update with the Board of Education.
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13. NASB updates
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Rhonda Burbach, Secretary, shared highlights from the NASB Legislative Conference.
President Devine shared highlights from the NASB President's Retreat. |
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14. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
Discussion:
RSP & Associates presented the Enrollment Analysis to the Board of Education. The Board of Education will review the results and develop next steps based on the information provided.
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14.1. RSP & Associates Enrollment Analysis Presentation
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
RSP will discuss the data and the growth of the Norris School District.
Discussion:
Robert Schwartz, CEO for RSP, presented the Enrollment Analysis to the Board of Education and answered questions.
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15. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel, Dr. Maschmann
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
We have started the planning process to replace the high school roof sections. We have 27 roof sections and will utilize a prioritization process to identify what order to go in. Right now it looks like a 4-5 year replacement schedule. More information will be shared once we have an idea, looking at the total cost and future budgets.
We are scheduled to have our Rule 10 Safety Audit on February 27th. Captain Vik from the Lancaster County Sheriffs Department will be conducting the audit.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared the building grounds, and transportation updates with the Board of Education.
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16. Board Strategic Plan goals & Board Areas of Focus
Speaker(s):
Dr. Maschmann, President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Review the 2023-2024 Strategic Goals.
Discussion:
Dr. Maschmann, Dr. Joel, Dr. Tracy and Kris Morrison updated the Board of Education on the District's 2023–2024 goals.
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17. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Vice President Kubicek shared the district has submitted a proposal to present at NASB's Annual Conference in regards to school safety.
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18. Correspondence items
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
There were no correspondence items this month.
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19. Adjournment
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 pm.
The next regular scheduled meeting for the Norris Board of Education is Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM. |
