September 19, 2016 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Signature of Notification
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2. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, Welcome Visitors
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2.1. Acknowledge Open Meetings Law
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The Board of Education reserves the right to enter into Executive Session for the protection of the public interest; or the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual, and if the individual has not requested a public meeting.
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2.2. Notice of this meeting was published in the Gering Courier on September 15, 2016.
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3. Excuse Absent Board Members
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4. Consent Agenda
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4.1. Approval of Agenda/Amendment of Agenda Items
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4.2. Minutes From Previous Board Meeting
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4.3. Approval of Claims/Bills
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4.4. Board Policies First Reading Approval
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4.4.i. 201.2 Board Membership
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4.4.ii. 201.5 Terms of Office
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4.4.iii. 201.6 Vacancies
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4.4.iv. 204.1 Regular Board Meetings
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4.4.v. 402.11 Credit Cards
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4.4.vi. 402.16 Prohibition of Aiding Sexual Abuse
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4.4.vii. 402.17 Workplace Privacy
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4.4.viii. 502.2 Nonresident Student Option Enrollment
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4.4.ix. 503.9 Homeless Children and Youth
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4.4.x. 503.10 Homeschooling
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4.4.xi. 504.14 Hazing, Initiation, and Gang Related Activities
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4.4.xii. 508.12 Asthma and Allergic Protocol
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4.4.xiii. 603.1 Curriculum Development
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4.4.xiv. 606.6 Acceptable Use of Computers, Technology, and Internet
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4.4.xv. 606.8 Copyright
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4.4.xvi. 610.1 Test or Assessment Selection
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4.4.xvii. 611.1 Student Progress Reports
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4.4.xviii. 704.4 Notice
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4.4.xix. 904.2 Lease, Sale, or Disposal of School district Property
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4.4.xx. 1005.3 Parental and Family Involvement
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4.5. Personnel Items
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4.5.i. Contract Approvals
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4.5.ii. Resignations
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4.6. Disposal and Sale of School District Property
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The district would like to sell or dispose of the following items:
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4.7. Hazard Mitigation Resolution
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Approval of a resolution regarding the North Platte NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Approval will allow us eligibility to apply for grants related to the plan.
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5. Patron Comments
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6. Reports and Discussions
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6.1. Report from Geil Elementary School & Cedar Canyon Elementary
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Mrs. Mary Kay Haun introduced a presentation from Cedar Canyon Elementary School media specialist Marty McAndrew. Mr. McAndrew presented on a grant that he received from Century Link in the spring of 2016 that he used to purchase technology to be used across the district to connect with schools overseas. Mrs. Mary Kay Haun introduced a presentation from Geil Elementary School teachers Mrs. Peggy Malay and Mrs. Lisa Gass. Students presented on their visit to Legacy of the Plains Museum. Espen Marez and Gabriella Timblin shared their experiences at the museum and what they learned. |
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6.2. Curriculum Committee Report
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Mr. Peters reported that the committee looked at district data. The importance of using multiple measures to determine the effectiveness of our programs and learning of our students.
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6.3. Facilities Committee Report
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No report.
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6.4. Business Committee Report
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Mr. Shaul discussed the approval of the trial balances and the AP listing. In addition they discussed the potential purchase of a mower.
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6.4.i. Trial Balance Summary
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6.4.ii. Fund Balances
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6.4.iii. Schedule of Investments
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6.4.iv. Financial Statements
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6.5. Superintendent's Report
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7. Action Items
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7.1. Approve the 2016-2017 Budget
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7.2. Approve the 2016-2017 Tax Levy
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8. Tentative Committee and Meeting Dates
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Policy Review Committee -- September 26, 2016 @ 4:30 p.m. Central Office Personnel Committee -- September 27, 2016 @ 7:00 a.m. Central Office Curriculum Committee -- October 3, 2016 @ 7:00 a.m. Central Office Business Committee -- October 10, 2016 @ 4:30 p.m. Central Office Facilities Committee -- October 13, 2016 @ 7:00 a.m. Central Office Regular Board Meeting -- October 17, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m. City of Gering Council Chambers
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9. Board Comments
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Dr. Upp discussed the early success and large numbers with the cross country teams this fall. Mr. Peters commented about the impact that the board can have on the future of the community. Mr. Doll mentioned how he appreciated Marty McAndrew's presentation. Mr. Shaul and Mrs. Winn discussed appreciation for the Legacy of the Plains Museum and the tremendous resource they provide for students. She also recognized Mrs. Janelle Schulz for receiving her award. Mr. Copsey thanked Mary from Taher for bringing treats to the meeting and for her service to the district. |
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10. Adjourn
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Meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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