July 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting
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1. GPS Board of Education Information
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The meeting agenda will be kept current and available for public inspection in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Education at the Central Office during regular working hours.
District Vision: Gering Public Schools provides a collaborative community, inspiring excellence and innovation in teaching and learning to empower student growth and leadership in school and life. District Mission: Gering Public Schools exists to equip today's learners with the skills necessary to be tomorrow's leaders. The Open Meetings Act requires and the intention of the Board is that agenda items be sufficiently descriptive to give the public reasonable notice of matters to be considered at the meeting. The Board of Education releases its agenda well in advance of most meetings and desires that all interested persons are fully informed. Any interested person who has a question or needs clarification about the sufficiency of a descriptive item should contact the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. If anyone in attendance is interested in addressing our Board, you are welcome to do so. We simply request that you complete the appropriate form and turn it in to us now, so that you may be recognized during the 'Patron Comment' section of our meeting. These forms are located by the entry doors of the meeting room. Agenda items are subject to reordering at discretion of the board president. Board members may request specific agenda item(s) be moved to a different place on the agenda. Please attend the entire meeting to ensure you hear discussion on a particular agenda item. |
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2. Opening Procedures
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2.1. Call to Order
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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.
Discussion:
Meeting was brought to order at 6:07pm by BJ Peters.
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2.2. Roll Call
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2.3. Excuse Absent Board Member(s)
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3. Pledge of Allegiance
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4. Opening Meetings Act
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Pursuant to Section 84-1412 of the Nebraska Statutes, the public is hereby informed that a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted in the Board meeting room on the north wall.
Notice of this meeting was published in the Gering Courier on Thursday, ****************** |
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5. Consent Agenda
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At this time, any Board member may request that any item in the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately.
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5.1. Minutes from the previous month's board meeting(s)
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The attached minutes are intended to accurately reflect the action of the Board at its previous meetings.
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5.1.i. June 21,2021 Board Meeting Minutes
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5.2. Approval of Claims/Bills
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5.3. Board Policy Adoption
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5.3.i. First Reading of Board Policies
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5.3.ii. Second Reading of Board Policies
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5.3.ii.1. Policy 1005.7 Visitors to School
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5.3.ii.2. Policy 1005.08 Public Conduct
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5.3.ii.3. Policy 1005.9 Skateboarding and Rollerblading
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5.3.ii.4. Policy 1005.9 Skateboarding and Rollerblading
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5.3.ii.5. Policy 1005.10 Distribution of Materials
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5.3.ii.6. Policy 1005.11 Volunteers in the Schools
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5.3.ii.7. Policy 1005.12 Title 1 Parent and Family Member Engagement
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5.3.ii.8. Policy 1005.50 Adult Sponsers
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5.3.ii.9. Policy 1006.01 Community Use of Facilities
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5.3.ii.10. Policy 1006.02 Tobacco Free Environment
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5.3.ii.11. Policy 1007.00 Education Agency Relations
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5.3.ii.12. Policy 1005.07 Visitors to Schools
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5.4. Personnel Items
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5.4.i. Approval of Certified Staff Contract(s)
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5.4.i.1. Erin Sittner - Northfield Elementary, Fifth Grade Teacher.
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5.4.i.2. Melissa Woodson - Gering Junior High, COVID-19 Response Registered Nurse
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5.4.ii. Certified Staff Resignation
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5.5. Appoint Josh Lacy Board Treasurer for the remainder of the calendar year.
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6. Patron Comments
Discussion:
Ron Walker- Tennis Coach at Gering High School.
Melissa Morino- Parent of tennis player for Gering High School. Amy Seiler- Employee of the City of Gering. Dennis Sullivan-Participant of Adult Tennis Club |
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7. Reports and Discussions
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7.1. Curriculum/Personnel Committee Report
Discussion:
Mary Winn reported on the VALTS meeting held June 21.
Summer school going (no specific enrollment figures). Creek Valley, Leyton, and Potter-Dix will access VALTS through the Sidney Location. Lastly, June 21 was the last meeting for George Schlothauer's as administrator. |
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7.2. Business/Facilities Committee Report
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We went over accounts payable.
We went over Ending Fund Balances. Had an update from Alan Doll on the JR High, the city was helping, this line we need to tie into handles 40% of the city’s sewer so it’s very important it gets done correctly. Alan mentioned the commons area floor was in very bad shape, so they plan to put concrete in and polish it rather than trying to re tile it. Alan also stated he is hopeful to still stay on budget (this includes the gym floor) and still plan to be completely done by the end of August. Curt Hanson was also present and at this time and he filled us in on the Geil Elementary RFP for the roof. He also mentioned the engineers were out on the 7th for the HVAC at the Jr. High and they were going to get back to us with 4 to 5 options to replace our current system. We discussed the Esser III, this could be what we use to fund the new HVAC at Jr. High as we are very limited as to what we can use these funds, but the HVAC is one of the things we can use it for. Before we can use we must have a plan in place and also involvement from Parents. We were given a current timeline for the tennis courts. Last, Tim shared with us he will be done at the end of the month but have us contracted with some help to keep things going smooth until we can hire a replacement. |
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7.2.i. Trial Balance Summary
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7.2.ii. Fund Balances
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7.2.iii. Schedule of Investments
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7.2.iv. Financial Statements
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7.3. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Dr. Regan gave an update regarding the districts American rescue Plan (ARP) and the Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) for Gering Public Schools. It is posted to the website.
It is our responsibility to follow required ESSER regulations as follows: 1. First, post on website the Back to School Roadmap that ouline COVID-19 protocols for this school year. 2. The ESSER III presentation will also be posted on the website and updated every 6 months about how funding will be used for Gering Public Schools. 3. A link will be included on the website to a survey for our stakeholders to provide feedback on the Back to School Roadmap and the ESSER II funding. The feedback will be reviewed and connected to the areas that meet federal regulations with regard to accelerate learning:professional development, extended instructional time, staffing, facilities or technology. 4. Dual Enrollment with WNCC has an increase from 63 students to 134 for the 2021-22. |
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7.4. Announcements of Upcoming Events for the Board
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Future Board MeetingNo Work/Special Meeting in JulyRegular Board Meeting Fri, July 23 @ 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sat, July 24 @ 7:30 a.m .- 10:30 a.m. Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Regular Board Meeting - Mon, August 16 @ 6:00 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Second Special Meeting - Tues, August 24 @ 12:00 p.m. (Central Office) Tentative Committee Meeting Dates:Personnel/Curriculum Committee -- Tues, August 3 @ 7:00 a.m. (Central Office)Business/Facilities Committee -- Thurs, August 5 @ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) Policy Review Committee -- Thurs, August 12 @ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) |
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8. Action Items
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8.1. Discuss, consider and take necessary action regarding the continuation of using NASB's services for superintendent evaluation.
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8.2. Discuss, consider and take action to allocate $200,000 of the FY21-22 budget for the Gering High School Tennis Court improvement project.
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8.3. Discuss, consider and take action regarding the approval of the elementary and secondary student handbooks.
Discussion:
Tabled until next Board Meeting July 23, 2021
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8.4. Discuss, consider and take action regarding Policy 504.19 Student Fees.
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9. Board Comments
Discussion:
Josh Lacy thanked the community and City of Gering for the support they are giving to improve the Tennis Courts at the High School.
Brent Holliday commented favorably about the upcoming Board Retreat. It will be a time to discuss topics to improve the functionality of the District. Mary Winn commented how the class reunions this year enjoyed the tours of the High School. Especially considering, all the changes that have been made. |
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10. Adjourn
Discussion:
Meeting adjourned at 6:54pm by BJ Peters
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