March 21, 2022 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 the 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.
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BJ Peters called this meeting to order at 6:00 pm
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2.2. Roll Call
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2.3. Excuse Absent Board Member(s)
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2.4. Pledge of Allegiance
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2.5. Open 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, March 17, 2022. |
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2.6. Awards and Recognitions
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* Gering Wrestling Team (including the State qualifiers, @ State Champions and a Runner Up)
*Gering Speech Team *Gering Boys Basketball Team SELebration (random letter about their respectful behavior)
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What a wonderful turnout we had with the recognition of Gering High School students. Tyler Thompson ( Speech Coach), Jared Burger (Wrestling Coach), and Kyle Cotton ( Basketball Coach), were all in attendance with their teams, to receive special certificates provided by the Board of Education. It's a great day to be a Bulldog!
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3. 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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3.1. Minutes from the previous month's board meeting(s)
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3.2. Expenditures: $510,286.65
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3.3. Approval of Claims/Bills
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3.4. Board Policy Adoption
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3.4.i. First Reading of Board Policies
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3.4.i.1. 401 Role of & Guiding Principles For Employees
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3.4.i.2. 402.1 Equal Employment Opportunity
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3.4.i.3. 402.2 Employee Orientation
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3.4.i.4. 402.3 Employee Conflict Of Interest
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3.4.i.5. 402.4 Anti-Nepotism
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3.4.i.6. 402.5 Employee Grievances
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3.4.i.7. 402.6 Employee Records
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3.4.i.8. 402.7 Transporting Of Students By Employees
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3.4.i.9. 402.8 Employee Travel Compensation
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3.4.i.10. 402.8R1 Travel Expense Reimbursement
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3.4.i.11. 402.9 Recognition For Service Of Employees And Others
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3.4.i.12. 402.10 Employee Political Activity
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3.4.i.13. 402.11 Credit Cards
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3.4.i.14. 402.11R1 Credit Card Procedures
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3.4.i.15. 402.12 Employee Involvement In Decision Making
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3.4.i.16. 402.13 Communiications With Employees
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3.4.i.17. 402.14 Employee Use Of District Technology
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3.4.ii. Second Reading of Board Policies
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3.4.ii.1. 302.8 Superintendent Counseling Outside Employment
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3.4.ii.2. 303.1 Administrative Positions
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3.4.ii.3. 303.2 Administrator Qualifications, Recruitment, and Appointment
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3.4.ii.4. 303.3 Administrator Contract and Contract Renewal
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3.4.ii.5. 303.4 Administrator Salary and Other Compensation
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3.4.ii.6. 303.5 Administrative Duties
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3.4.ii.7. 303.6 Administrative Evaluation
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3.4.ii.8. 303.7 Administrator Professional Development
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3.4.ii.9. 303.8 Administrator Civic Duties
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3.4.ii.10. 303.9 Administrator Consulting/Outside Employment
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3.4.ii.11. 304.1 Development and Enforcement of Administrative Regulations
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3.4.ii.12. 304.2 Monitoring of Administrative Regulations
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3.4.ii.13. 304.3 Handbook and Directives
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3.4.ii.14. 305 Administrative Code of Ethics
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3.5. Personnel Items
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3.5.i. Certified Staff Contract(s)
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3.5.i.1. Olivia Trimble, Kindergarten Teacher at Geil Elementary
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3.5.i.2. Amanda Brill, Kindergarten Teacher at Geil Elementary
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3.5.i.3. Rudi Palomo, DAWGS Teacher at Lincoln Elementary
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3.5.i.4. Kalli Feddersen, P.E. Teacher at Northfield Elementary
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3.5.i.5. Vanessa Woolsey, Music Teacher at Northfield Elementary
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3.5.i.6. Mario Chavez, Building Principal at Gering High School
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3.5.i.7. Mark Freeling, Science Teacher at Gering High School
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3.5.ii. Certified Staff Resignation(s)
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3.5.ii.1. Karlynn Workman, Kindergarten Teacher at Geil Elementary
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3.5.ii.2. Amanda Schultz, Preschool Teacher at Lincoln Elementary
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3.5.ii.3. Kelsey Wahlgren, Preschool Teacher at Northfield Elementary
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3.5.ii.4. Doug Frank, English Teacher at Gering High School
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3.5.ii.5. Caitlyn Whitfield, Spanish Teacher at Gering High School
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3.5.ii.6. Arich Knaub, STEM Teacher at Gering High School
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3.5.ii.7. Ryan Bosche, Art Teacher at Gering High School
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3.6. Approval of Early Graduation Request from Amanda Gonzales and Haylee Harder
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4. Reports and Discussions
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4.1. Employee Recognition: "Bulldogs Going Beyond"
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4.1.i. Shaylah Stephens, 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
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Shaylah Stephens was nominated by Rebecca Montoya to receive this award.
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4.1.ii. Mary Ann Closson, Paraprofessional at Northfield Elementary
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Mary Ann Closson was nominated by Stanna Funk and Michael Macias to receive this award.
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4.2. Building Report: Geil Elementary
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Geil 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students presented skits about the ELA curriculum that they are learning. The kids showed great enthusiasm about what is being taught. Everyone in attendance enjoyed everything that the Geil students presented.
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4.3. Board Committee Report: Curriculum & Personnel
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Mary Winn reported on the Curriculum meeting held March 3, 2022. Kory Knight shared with the Committee about the trip that was taken to Eastern Nebraska Schools to recruit teachers, as well as learn how other aviation programs are being run. Shawna Payne, HR, also presented a slide show on the new hires that are coming to Gering Public Schools.
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4.4. Board Committee Report: Finance & Facilities
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Josh Lacy reported on the Finance & Facilities meeting held on March 3, 2022. Stacy Rodriguez, Business Manager, shared the A/P, and the district has only spent 40% of the budget as of March 3, 2022. Tennis court progress was discussed. At best, the courts will be ready in August 2022. Glen Koski, Athletic Director, was at the meeting as well, and General Admissions and Activity Pass prices were discussed.
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4.4.i. Monthly Finance Summary Report
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4.5. Guest Presenter: Tom Peacock, Director of VALTS
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Tom Peacock, Director of Valts, gave a special presentation. With his 28 years of educational experience, he has brought many changes to the program in his short time there. He stated he does not want Valts to be known as the "last chance". Staff at Valts offer more one on one with students, and it has a very high graduation rate. Tom wants people in the community to have a positive opinion on this program, as it has helped many students graduate with their high school diploma.
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4.6. 8th Grade Students Present About Career Pathways Exploration Day
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We had two 8th grade students give us a short review of their experience attending the career pathway at Gering High School. They enjoy the diversity the School has to offer, and are looking forward to the opportunities they will have being high school students at GHS.
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4.7. Central Office Presenters: Byron Olsen and Jennifer Sibal
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Byron and Jen were able to provide the board with enrollment numbers for our PK/K programs. The Kinder Expo that was held at the Civic Center was very successful, and the district is looking forward to offering the students the best education.
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4.8. Superintendent's Report
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Dr. Regan discussed the budget, and how much better the district is financially. The Geil Roof has been fixed and is paid for in full. The HVAC bids are in process for Gering Jr. High school, and the tennis court project is moving along nicely. Professional Development was held for ALL staff on March 16 and 17, along with a Wellness Day for all staff after PD on March 17.
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5. Patron Comments
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6. Action Items
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7. Board Comments
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Brady Shaul- Stated it was a great meeting and enjoyed all the presentations. Loved the enrollment numbers for Pk/K, and expressed his appreciation to Stacy and David for working on the budget.
Brian Copsey- Was glad to be able to attend the staff wellness day last week. Also commented on DECA placing at state, with 8 earning medals, and 3 going to Nationals. Quiz Bowls, A and B teams also placed at state, and HOSA placed at the state meet and also had qualifiers for Nationals. Tracy Weise- Was glad that she was able to visit the High School and spend time with Principal, Mario Chavez. Josh Lacy- Stated how it was such a great meeting, and that Gering Public Schools had nothing but positive things happening. Mary Winn- Thanked Geil Principal, Angela Morris, for the invitation to the HAL event. She also mentioned that the Gering Girls Golf Team were given clubs from the PGA. BJ Peters- Was ecstatic about the turn out of the meeting, and wants to consider future board meetings to be held at the Freshamn Academy. |
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7.1. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
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Future Board MeetingsSpecial Meeting: Tues, April 5, 2022 @ 12:00 p.m.(ESU 13 - 4215 Ave I, Conference Room E, Scottsbluff NE 69361) Regular Meeting: Mon, April 18, 2022 @ 6:00 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Tentative Committee Meeting Dates:Personnel & Curriculum Committee: Tues, April 5, 2022 @ 7:00 a.m.(Central Office) Finance & Facilities Committee: Thurs, April 7, 2022 @ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) Upcoming Event Dates:Work-Based Learning Appreciation Breakfast - Tues, Apr 19 @ 7:30 a.m., Gering High SchoolGHS Musical "Bye Bye Birdie" Thurs, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 23 - Tickets may be purchased online! Pre-Show Dinner - Fri, Apr 22 @ 5:45 pm - Tickets may be purchased online or by contacting Jennifer Sibal! Staff Appreciation Event - Wed, Apr 27 @ 3pm Retirement Reception - Wed, May 4 from 2:30-4:30 pm at each respective building:
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There has been a time change for the April 5, 2022 special meeting from 12:00 pm to 12:30pm. Please note, this meeting will be held at ESU 13-4215 Ave I, Conference Room E, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
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8. Adjourn
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The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm
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