January 8, 2019 at 5:00 PM - Board of Education Committee of the Whole Meeting

Discussion:  Donna Nielsen presented the video that was shared in Las Vegas at the NIISA conference. They were awarded the Stepping Stones grant last Fall. They shared the video outlining their work with the grant at the school.

Discussion:  Mrs. Hrbek asked the Board about communications with negotiations. The last meeting was on November 1. The SEA is concerned. A meeting has not been able to set up. It is becoming an urgent manner as it should be settled by February 8.  Mrs. Hrbek handed the Board a list of items for negotiations and a timeline of this negotiation season so far. 

Discussion:  Mr. Hoffman shared information about the industrial technology student teacher and the plan for the rest of the semester.

The Board indicated that they would like to see wait and see how it goes before they hire him for the rest of the semester.

Discussion:  Information regarding the Indian Policies and Procedures was shared with the Board. The history was discussed and the current draft was presented for approval.

Discussion:  The original bid and project needs to be approved. The gym unit needed to be replaced.

Discussion:  The policy will be discussed in the regular meeting.

Discussion:  Ms. Daniels shared information about the high school ESSA rating and designation that Santee just received. In Nebraska 24 districts were named as in need of comprehensive support. The school will need to complete a diagnostic review. Then the school will be able to apply for competitive grants to meet based on needs. 

Discussion:  Ms. Daniels shared the information regarding the work around ELA curriculum for K-6. She also shared information about the UNL team coming in and helping with fidelity checks. Also, there is for sure a need for core materials. 

The Board would like some comprehensive costs for each program being presented. 

Discussion:  Committee of the whole was adjourned at 6:27 PM.