April 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM - Board of Education April Retreat
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Speaker(s):
President Devine
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 4:09 PM.
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2. District Mission Statement
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
The Norris School District, in collaboration with our communities and families, provides a safe, positive environment that empowers students to grow, explore, and engage into lifelong learners and responsible, productive citizens.
Discussion:
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3. Nebraska Open Meetings Law (Posted in the Room)
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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4. Public Comment
Speaker(s):
Members of the Public
Agenda Item Type:
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Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
No public comment.
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5. NASB Board of Education Handbook Review - Marcia Herring
Speaker(s):
Marcia Herring
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Marcia Herring, NASB, addressed the board of education regarding the Norris Board of Education Handbook. Components of the handbook will include, but are not limited to: orientation and training, outlines roles and responsibilities, policy reference, consistent governance practices, transparency and accountability, compliance, continuous improvement, community leadership, and board member relations.
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5.1. Develop Next Steps
Speaker(s):
Marcia Herring
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Marcia Herring took feedback from the board of education regarding next steps. Next steps include, but are not limited to, QR codes and/or links to board of education policy, annual reports, etc. The board of education also expressed a desire to include board of education standards into the handbook. Additional feedback from the board of education will be provided to Marcia Herring by April 18th, 2025.
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6. Standards of Effective Board Governance Discussion
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Copies of the Standards of Effective Board Governance were distributed to each board member. President Devine highlighted specific components he feels are beneficial.
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7. Other Discussion Topics Pertaining to Board of Education Leadership
Speaker(s):
President Devine
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7.1. Community Engagement / Alignment
Speaker(s):
Marcia Herring
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Rationale:
Goal #1.2D
Discussion:
Caden Frank, NASB, addressed the board regarding community engagement. Dr. Joel shared that the desire is to better understand how to engage more stakeholders. Possible stakeholder groups include newcomers group, superintendent's student advisory council, etc. The desired outcome is connectedness and increased understanding of the district as a whole. Next steps include format, stakeholder groups to be included, and how would the district facilitate communication.
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7.2. Strategic Plan - Next Steps
Speaker(s):
Marcia Herring
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Marcia Herring encouraged the district to reengage the SOC annually. This includes progress updates and next steps.
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7.3. Unpaid Lunch Balances
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
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Discussion:
Dr. Joel shared that the lunch fund balance is -$30,558.78.
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7.4. Titan Activity Complex Fundraising Efforts
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
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7.5. Potential Future Bond Issue
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
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8. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Motion to adjourn at 5:57 PM.
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