May 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. ROLL CALL
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3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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4. DISTRICT VISION, MISSION, AND GOALS
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VISION
Students are equipped to achieve their dreams and aspirations. MISSION Set a foundation by cultivating experiences for students to develop goals and thrive in an ever-changing world. FOCUS AREAS 1. Prepare students to overcome challenges and be successful. 2. Celebrate and encourage school and community achievements and involvement. 3. Support staff retention and professional growth. |
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5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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6. WELCOME TO VISITORS
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7. PUBLIC COMMENT
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PERTINENT FACTS:The Board President or meeting chair will ask for public comment from visitors:
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8. CONSENT AGENDA: (Items listed under CONSENT AGENDA are considered to be routine by the School Board and will be approved in one motion unless a Board Member requests that an item be considered separately.)
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8.A. Approval of April 15, 2026, Meeting Minutes
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8.B. Acceptance of the May 2026 Financial Report
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8.C. Approval of Employment
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8.C.1. FY 2026 Extracurricular Contracts: Jeffrey Oatman
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8.C.2. FY 2027 Administrative Contract, Pending Receipt of Required Documentation: Paulisa Scarlett (Area Administrator/Principal & CTE Director)
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9. ADMINISTRATIVE/BOARD REPORTS
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9.A. Superintendent Report
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Rod Morrison
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9.A.1. School Reports
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9.A.1.a. AK-TRAILS Correspondence/Homeschool
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Cassandra Christopherson
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9.A.1.b. Barry Craig Stewart Kasaan School
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Mike Congdon
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9.A.1.c. Hollis School
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Lisa Cates/Julie Vasquez
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9.A.1.d. Howard Valentine Coffman Cove School
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Mackenzie Slayton
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9.A.1.e. Naukati School
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Sharlet Collins/Robbin Perkins Askew
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9.A.1.f. Port Alexander School
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Patrick Trischman
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9.A.1.g. Thorne Bay School
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Sheila Nyquest
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9.A.1.h. Whale Pass School
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Laurie Lapan
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9.A.2. Activities Report
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Jennifer Andis
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9.A.3. Area Administrator& CTE Project Report
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Rod Morrison
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9.A.4. Business Report
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Lucienne Smith
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9.A.5. Child Nutrition Program Report
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Mariia Taylor
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9.A.6. Greenhouse/Agriculture Program Report
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Korrisa Oatman
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9.A.7. Maintenance Report
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Scott Randall
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9.A.8. Special Programs Report
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Robbin Perkins Askew
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9.A.9. State & Federal Programs/Grants Report
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Astrid Richard-Cook
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9.A.10. Technology Report
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Everett Cook
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9.B. Student Board Representative Reports
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Meliah Cook and William Keys
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10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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10.A. Action on Administrative/Board Reports
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10.B. Third Reading, FY 2027 Budget
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PERTINENT FACTS Contracted Business Manager Lucienne Smith presented the third proposed budget for FY 2027 to the Board during the work session held prior to tonight’s meeting. As outlined in the FY 2027 Budget Process and Timeline, which was included in the February 2026 Business Report and the cover letter for this budget proposal, the budget goes through at least two readings before a final proposed budget is brought to the Board for consideration and approval. The FY 2027 Budget presented this evening is balanced and is being presented for Board approval.
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10.C. Second Reading: BP 4112.6/4212.6/4312.6, BP 4112.8/4212.8/4312.8, BP 4112.10, BP 4112.61/4212.61/4312.61, and BP 4113 (Including AASB Recommended Revisions)
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Recommendation It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board approve the first reading of BP 4112.6/4212.6/4312.6, BP 4112.8/4212.8/4312.8, BP 4112.10, BP 4112.61/4212.61/4312.61, and BP 4113, including AASB recommended revisions, and advance the policies to a second reading. Pertinent Facts In accordance with Board Policy (BP) 0500, Review and Evaluation, the School Board conducts an ongoing review of district policies throughout the year. In December 2025, the Alaska Association of School Boards (AASB) released updates to Article 4 - Personnel. The policies listed above were included in those updates and are presented to the Board for second reading and consideration. |
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10.C.1. BP 4112.6/4212.6/4312.6 - Personnel Records
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Pertinent Facts This policy explains how the District keeps and protects employee personnel records. Records are maintained for all current and former employees and are kept confidential. Only the employee, authorized individuals, and designated administrators may access them. Employees also have the right to review their own files, be notified if negative information is added, and respond to that information. The policy also follows Alaska law by balancing employee privacy with public access to certain records. While most personnel information is kept private, some records—especially for higher-level positions—may be publicly available. The School Board may review personnel records only in specific situations, such as during executive sessions, to ensure legal compliance and proper oversight.
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10.C.2. BP 4112.8/4212.8/4312.8 - Employment of Relatives
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Pertinent Facts This policy prevents conflicts of interest by prohibiting employees from working in positions supervised or evaluated by an immediate family member. While relatives may be employed in the same location with approval, additional oversight and required approvals ensure that all hiring decisions remain fair, transparent, and in the best interest of the District.
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10.C.3. BP 4112.10 - Employment of Retired Teachers
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Pertinent Facts This policy allows the District to hire retired teachers when there is a documented shortage of qualified candidates, even after active recruitment efforts. It ensures vacancies are filled in a timely manner while following Alaska law, including limits on reemployment duration and required conditions for retirees returning to work.
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10.C.4. BP 4112.61/4212.61/4312.61 - Employment References
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Pertinent Facts This policy ensures that employment references for District employees are handled consistently, accurately, and with respect for privacy. All official reference requests are processed through the Superintendent or designee, and information shared must be factual and in good faith, in accordance with Alaska law.
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10.C.5. BP 4113 - Assignment
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Pertinent Facts This policy outlines how certificated staff are assigned to positions within the District, emphasizing that assignments must meet legal and certification requirements while also supporting student success and a stable school environment. The Superintendent or designee has the authority to assign staff based on qualifications and district needs, while considering staff strengths and minimizing disruptions to maintain positive student-teacher relationships.
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11. NEW BUSINESS
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11.A. Professional Services Contract #2026-1003 with Alaska Business & Education Services, Inc., for Accounting and Business Services.
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Recommendation It is the administration's recommendation that the Board approve Professional Services Contract #2026-1003 with Alaska Business & Education Services, Inc., for Accounting and Business Services. Pertinent Facts: Alaska Education and Business Services, Inc. (AKEBS), has been providing accounting and business services for the District since 2007. During this time, AKEBS has provided the District with exceptional accounting and business services. This contract is for services provided for FY 2027. |
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12. INFORMATION ITEMS
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12.A. Letters and Communications
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12.A.1. Division of Elections Letter to Rod Morrison: 2026 School Board Election Information (3/18/2026)
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12.B. Reports and Information
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12.B.1. AASB Event Calendar
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12.B.2. Calendar of Agenda Items
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12.B.3. Advisory School Council Meeting Minutes
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12.B.3.a. Barry Craig Stewart Kasaan
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12.B.3.b. Port Alexander
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12.B.3.c. Thorne Bay
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13. ADVANCE PLANNING
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13.A. August 2026 Regular Meeting: 3rd Wednesday is August 19, 2026 (Location: Thorne Bay School)
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13.B. Upcoming Graduation Ceremonies
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14. PUBLIC COMMENT
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PERTINENT FACTS:The Board President will ask for public comment from visitors:
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15. BOARD COMMENT
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16. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
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16.A. Student Discipline Appeal Hearing
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16.B. Executive session to discuss matters that might impact the reputation and character of an individual related to the School Board. This executive session is appropriate because it may involve disucssions allowed in executive session under AS 44.62.310(c)(2)
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17. ADJOURNMENT
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