November 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.
Discussion:
BJ Peters called this meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
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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, November 17, 2022. |
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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. Approval of Claims/Bills
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3.3. Board Policy Adoption
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3.3.i. First Reading of Board Policies
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3.3.i.1. 405 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT AND APPEARANCE
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3.3.i.2. 406.1 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE DEFINED
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3.3.i.3. 406.2 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS, RECRUITMENT, SELECTION
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3.3.i.4. 406.3 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE INDIVIDUAL CONTRACTS
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3.3.i.5. 406.4 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE CONTINUING CONTRACTS
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3.3.i.6. 406.5 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE WORK DAY
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3.3.i.7. 406.6 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE ASSIGNMENT
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3.3.ii. Second Reading of Board Policies
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3.4. Personnel Items
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3.4.i. Certified Staff Contract(s)
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3.4.i.1. Stephanie Berger, First Grade Teacher at Northfield Elementary 2023-24 School Year
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3.4.ii. Certified Staff Resignation(s)
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3.4.ii.1. Penny Hilzer, First Grade Teacher at Northfield Elementary, May 2023
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4. Reports and Discussions
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4.1. Gering's One Act Team earned the Western State Conference Championship
Discussion:
One Act was at the meeting and the BOE presented each member a certificate honoring the team's Western State Conference Championship. The One Act's Dinner Theater will be held on November 29 at 6:00 p.m.
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4.2. Cross Country Boys and Girls Recognition:
Madison Seiler (3X State Champion) Jadyn Scott (5th Place state finish) Both boys and girls teams placed 6th in the State competition.
Discussion:
Mr. Marez and the XC team were also present, and certificates were given to the team for their performance at the state meet. A video that Mr. Marez had made was presented during that time, previewing highlights of their awesome season.
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4.3. Building Report: Northfield Elementary
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Mr. Wiedeman, and students from Northfield Elementary gave their building presentation this evening. Each kiddo spoke about what Northfield meant to them, and in closing, Mr. Wiedeman stated that the kids at their school are what matters MOST.
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4.4. TEAMMATES Mentoring Program Presentation: Mary Kay Haun
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Mary Kay Haun presented on behalf of the TEAMMATES program. She stated that they currently have 24 mentors/mentees, along with 66 active matched. Thier goal is to have 80 matches by the year 2023
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4.5. Board Committee Report: Curriculum & Personnel
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Board member, Tracy Wiese, reported for the curriculum meeting. The VAULTS program was discussed, and the district wanted to make sure that we were utilizing all the seats that we paid for. Test and achievement scores were a hot topic, and action is taking place to move forward to achieve higher scores. The math curriculum is on a 7 year rotation, and is currently being reviewed. The curriculum meeting being held on December 6, at 7:00 am, will be in the LINKS classroom that is located at the Jr. High.
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4.6. Board Committee Report: Finance & Facilities
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Board member, Josh Lacy reported on behalf of the finance and facilities meeting. He was happy to hear that we are able to keep money in a reserve account to help with our facility updates. Athletic Director, Glen Koski, presented 3 options for updating the track at the High School, and options are being considered. The GHS construction house has been sold, and the line of credit has been paid off for that. As always, the long-term facility plan is moving forward so we can provide the best learning environments for our students. The district has partnered up with Baker and Associates to create the most cost effective plan. The tennis courts at the high school will have stairs installed on the east side of the courts. Lastly, our annual audit is completed, balanced, and submitted on time for the 2021-2022 school year.
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4.6.i. Monthly Finance Summary Report
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4.7. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Dr. Regan was full of exciting news and updates this evening. This week NDE will release our 2021-22 Assessment and Accountability Report. The state assessment is our roadmap to inform us about what we are doing well and also the areas we need to improve in. For Gering Public Schools, she was proud to highlight 5 outstanding accomplishments of our school year:
Enrollment Growth Attendance Growth Gifted Student Growth Increase in our Graduation Rate Increase in our College Going Rate Our staff has gone deep into assessment data with specific, aligned actions to move the needle on academic achievement. This month, we are launching a new math curriculum review. Kory Knight has been setting the stage with staff surveys, data studies, and trends, and identifying the strengths of our current curriculum as well as the opportunities to review and study options to leverage our current math instructional model. Last week, Dr. Regan met with our Superintendent Advisory Committee to talk through questions and or concerns coming from our schools. This is a committed group of teachers who have great passion for their district and ask the hard questions and who want to engage in solutions facing our district. She was happy to announce that Lincoln Elementary carried on their Thanksgiving tradition, and served over 700 meals to their students and parents. Lastly, Dr. Regan ended with one word: gratitude. We have so much to be thankful for about our school district, students, staff, administrators, and board members. We are deep in talent and commitment. We only have more to look forward to in the year ahead. |
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4.8. Recognize Geil Elementary as the United Way Community Partnership Winners.
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5. Patron Comments
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6. Action Items
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6.1. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the North Platte NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
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7. Board Comments
Discussion:
Mary Winn- Congratulated Greg Trautman and John Maser on winning the election. Gering's Mock Trial Team is also headed to the state meet.
Josh Lacy- Also Congratulated our 2 newly elected board members. He enjoyed the building report from Northfield students. He was one of the parents that attended the Thanksgiving dinner at Lincoln Elementary, and was so impressed by how smoothly it ran. Tracy Wiese- Wanted to remind everyone of the One Act Dinner that will be held at the High School on November 29. Brady Shaul- Enjoyed all the reports that were presented this evening. He also congratulated the 2 new board members, and stated he is confident about the election and is looking forward to next semester. Brian Copsey- Enjoyed the Northfield building report, as well as the recognition certificates for the XC Team and One Act Team. He attended the 2022 state conference last week in Omaha, and feels positive about the dynamics of the new board members. Brian was also nominated for the NASB Committee, and is ready to get started with that. BJ Peters- Thanked Brian for accepting the nomination for the NASB Committee, and is looking forward to welcoming the new board members. He closed by saying, " It's not all about test scores, its about the kids and prepping them for life." BJ is so proud of the GPS School Bard. |
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7.1. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
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Future Board MeetingsSpecial Meeting: No Special Board Meeting for NovemberRegular Meeting: Mon, December 19, 2022 @ 6:00 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Special Meeting: No Special Board Meeting for December Tentative Committee Meeting Dates:Personnel & Curriculum Committee: Tues, December 6, 2022 @ 7:00 a.m. (Central Office)Policy Review Committee: Thur, December 8, 2022 @ 4:00 p.m. (Central Office) Finance & Facilities Committee: Thurs, December 1, 2022 @ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) Upcoming Event Highlights:No school for Staff and Students November 23-28HAPPY THANKSGIVING |
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8. Adjourn
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
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