May 20, 2024 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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President, Brian Copsey, called this meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
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2.2. Roll Call
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2.3. Pledge of Allegiance
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2.4. 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, May 16, 2024. |
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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. Expenditures
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3.1.i. 01 General $348,991.08
05 Activity$19,131.52 07 Bond $2,250.00 08 Special Building $38,762.50 Fund Totals: $409,135.10 |
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3.2. Minutes from the previous month's board meeting(s)
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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.ii. Second Reading of Board Policies
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3.3.ii.1. 502.10 ASSIGNMENTS OF NEW STUDENTS TO CLASSES AND GRADE LEVELS
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3.3.ii.2. 503.01 COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE
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3.3.ii.3. 503.4 ADDRESSING BARRIERS TO ATTENDANCE
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3.3.ii.4. 503.10 HOMESCHOOLING-REINTERGRATION
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3.3.ii.5. 504.1 STUDENTS DUE PROCESS RIGHTS
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3.3.ii.6. 504.2 STUDENTS INVOLVEMENTS IN DECISION-MAKING
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3.3.ii.7. 504.3 STUDENT CONDUCT
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3.3.ii.8. 504.4 STUDENT CONDUCT BUSES
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3.3.ii.9. 504.6 STUDENT APPEARANCE
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3.3.ii.10. 504.7 CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY AND VANDALISM
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3.3.ii.11. 504.8 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
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3.3.ii.12. 504.9 STUDENT LOCKERS
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3.3.ii.13. 504.10 STUDENTS USE OF COMPUTERS
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3.3.ii.14. 504.12 REGULATED ELECTRONIC DEVICES
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3.3.ii.15. 504.13 USE OF METAL DETECTORS
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3.3.ii.16. 504.14 HAZING, INITIATION, SECRET SOCIETIES, OR GANG ACTIVITIES
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3.4. Personnel Items
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3.4.i. Staff Contracts
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3.4.i.1. David Ferreyra-Payroll Administrator
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3.4.ii. Certified Staff Contract(s)
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3.4.ii.1. Sally Peterson-3rd Grade Teacher @ Northfield
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3.4.ii.2. Katlyn Medel-Kindergarten Teacher @ Northfield
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3.4.iii. Certified Staff Resignation(s)
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3.4.iv. Early Graduation Request
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3.4.iv.1. Savannah Billie-2025
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4. Celebration of Excellence
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4.1. Employee Recognition: "Bulldogs Going Beyond"
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4.1.i. Chesly Sanchez, Paraprofessional @ Northfield Elementary
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4.1.ii. Audrey Charbonneau- 3rd Grade Teacher @ Geil Elementary
Discussion:
Mrs. Morris was present to honor Mrs. Charbonneau, and said that she not only loves the kids at Geil Elementary, but she loves the staff as well. She brings such positivity and love to everyone here!
Mrs. Nicolle Lang was also in attendance to speak about Mrs. Charbonneau. She stated that Mrs. Charbonneau has a heart for the students, and she is the true definition of passion and GRIT. She is also a great friend! |
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4.1.iii. Josiah Ashfrod- Custodian @ GHS
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Mr. Chavez and Mrs. Propp spoke on behalf of Josiah. Propp said there is nothing that Josiah is asked to do that he says no to. Chavez stated that he is a great member of the team, and the building always looks great!
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4.2. Building Report-Lincoln Elementary
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Principal, Mr. Neugebauer, along with some students from the 5th grade class, presented to the BOE this evening. They focused on their theme, "Lincoln's Legacy" and spoke about how Lincoln Elementary differs from others. Mr. N, students, and staff are working on planning community service projects at each grade level next year. Lincoln will be celebrating their 100th year of serving the community next school year as well.
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5. Reports & Discussions
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5.1. Board Committee Report: Curriculum & Personnel
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Tracy Wiese- Handbooks were reviewed and staff positions that are open were discussed at the committee meeting. The district is working on community input regarding Gering Middle School. The Coop Sports agreement with Kimball for softball was another topic discussed. GPS has received a $155,000 PK Grant as well as a $100,000 Perkins Grant. There is a lot of professional development taking place over the summer, so I am looking forward to staff being able to be a part of that.
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5.2. Board Committee Report: Business & Facilities
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Greg Trautman- Substitute pay rate increases were discussed at the meeting. The district's agreement with Bytes is going to be altered, and the IT department at GPS will be taking over more of the tech duties for the district. Donating to the TeamMates program is a must, as the mentoring program helps students in the entire panhandle. Watch for the Bus Barn remodel that will be taking place at the Middle School, and some of the school cafeterias will have some updates as well.
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5.3. Superintendent's Report
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Dr. Nicole Regan-This week, we are closing a chapter of our 2023-24 school year and there is a range of emotions as we reflect. On Saturday, we graduated 142 seniors who embody the brightness and hope we can only imagine for our future. Our student messages described the wisdom of perseverance, the love for one another, the kindness in treating others with genuine care, respect, and support.
The investment in an education in GPS is priceless. We have state champs in wrestling, speech, and track. State honors in a multitude of student activities and career pathways. Dual enrollment graduate for GHS and WNCC. New Preschool construction, green house construction, and chicken coop. Expansion in our after-school childcare and summer camp programming. We have strong community partnerships, significant academic growth at all schools, student enrollment growth, and lastly, a five-year-strategic action plan. This year, we have so many student and staff experiences every day, where we have made incredible strides driving innovation and achievement with our students. These waves of emotions from pride, relief, hope, and excitement are the catalyst of our progress making a greater impact on our community and the lives of the children we get to serve in Gering Public Schools. As we celebrate promoting our graduating classes of 2024 and 2037, I would also like to personally thank the BOE, Central Office Staff, school leadership, teachers, and support staff for their unwavering commitment to the district. |
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6. Public Comments
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7. Action Items
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7.1. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the Memorandum of Understanding between the Scottsbluff YMCA and Gering Public Schools regarding the 2024 Summer Camp.
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7.2. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the $6,000 contribution to TeamMates of Scottsbluff County for the 2024-25 school year.
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7.3. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the renewal of the 2024-25 school year Food Service Contract Fixed Price.
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7.4. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the 2024-25 school year Middle School Handbook.
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7.5. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the 2024-25 school year Elementary School Handbook.
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7.6. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the 2024-25 school year Certified Handbook.
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7.7. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the approval of the 2024-25 school year Preschool Handbook.
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7.8. Discuss, consider, and take action in regard to the approval of the Sports Cooperative Agreement between Gering Public Schools and Kimball Public Schools for girls softball.
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8. Board Comments
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John Maser- As always, there is so much going on this time of year. It blows my mind how much gets done within the district. I am glad to be a part of Gering Public Schools.
Josh Lacy-Amazing presentation from Lincoln Elementary tonight. I am always surprised at how smoothly everything goes within the school district. I am truly thankful for what everyone does for the schools. Tracy Wiese- Thank you GHS staff for being so patient with the 2024 graduating seniors. I always enjoy elementary school building presentations. I hope everyone keeps working with the youth within the district. I am so proud of how unique Gering is. Greg Trautman- Gering culture is so present, and I love watching it from behind the scenes. Graduation is a crossing over into adulthood, and the GHS class of 2024 was pure class and professional. I am proud to be a part of Gering's culture, as it shines at all grade levels. BJ Peters-This community rises on every occasion. Let's keep turning the pages, and continue getting after it! Brian Copsey- The end of a school year is always so draining for everyone. One of the greatest things is witnessing what we have cultivated at GPS. Being at graduation is always such an honor, and hearing the student speeches is so special, as I got to hear about their life experiences! |
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8.1. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
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Future Board MeetingsSpecial Meeting: NO May Meeting (Central Office)Regular Meeting: June 17, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. (Freshman Academy) Special Meeting: NO June Meeting. (Central Office) Tentative Committee Meeting Dates:Personnel & Curriculum Committee: Tues, June 4, 2024 @ 7:00 a.m. (Central Office)Policy Review Committee: Thur, June 13, 2024 4:00 p.m. (Central Office) Finance & Facilities Committee: Thurs, June 6, 2024@ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) Upcoming Event Highlights:Event |
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9. Adjourn
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This meeting was adjourned at 6:58 pm.
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