October 21, 2026 at 2:00 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 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 the September 23, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
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8.B. Acceptance of the October 2026 Financial Report
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8.C. Approval of Employment
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8.C.1. FY 2027 Classified Employment: Audrey Wopart (Custodial Coordinator, Thorne Bay)
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8.C.2. FY 2027 Extracurricular Contracts: Melvin Cook (Middle School Basketball), Robert Houck (High School Wrestling), Sarah Segars (High School Volleyball)
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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 & Melanie Pitka
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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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Sharlet Collins
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9.A.1.e. Naukati School
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Jay Mihal
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9.A.1.f. Port Alexander School
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Michaela Larsen
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9.A.1.g. Thorne Bay School
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Jessie Heisler
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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 Principal/CTE Project/Testing Report
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Paulisa Scarlett
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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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Josh Stukey
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9.A.8. Special Programs Report
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Jessie Heisler
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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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10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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10.A. Action on Administrative/Board Reports
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11. NEW BUSINESS
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11.A. Student Representative to the Board of Education
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11.A.1. Interview Candidates for the Student Representative to the Board of Education
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11.A.2. Appoint Student Representative to the Board of Education
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11.B. First Reading: AASB Recommended Revisions to BP 4117.4, BP 4117.5/4217.5/4317.5, BP 4117.6, BP 4118, BP 4119.11/4219.11/4319.11, BP 4119.12/4219.12/4319.12
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Recommendation It is the Administration’s recommendation that the School Board approve the first reading of the AASB recommended revisions to BBP 4117.4, BP 4117.5/4217.5/4317.5, BP 4117.6, BP 4118, BP 4119.11/4219.11/4319.11, BP 4119.12/4219.12/4319.12, 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 are part of the Board's continuing review those updates and are presented to the Board for first reading and consideration. |
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11.B.1. BP 4117.4 Certificated Personnel - Dismissal
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revision incorporates a requirement established by the Alaska Supreme Court that certificated employees have the right to call witnesses during a pre-termination hearing. The update clarifies employee due process rights and aligns District policy with the Court's ruling.
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11.B.2. BP 4117.5/4217.5/4317.5 All Personnel - Termination Agreements
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Pertinent Facts The proposed update adds language to the explanatory note clarifying that the policy is optional and reflects the Board's intention to provide appropriate and truthful information about former employees. No changes are proposed for the policy language itself.
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11.B.3. BP 4117.6 Certificated Personnel - Nonretention
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revisions clarify nonretention procedures and employee rights, including:
Additional proposed changes include minor wording revisions and corrections to policy references.
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11.B.4. BP 4118 Certificated Personnel - Suspension/Disciplinary Action
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Pertinent Facts This update clarifies what constitutes progressive discipline, and that reassignment is not necessarily disciplinary. Additional proposed changes include minor wording and formatting revisions.
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11.B.5. BP 4119.11/4219.11/4319.11 All Personnel - Sexual Harassment
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revisions include updates to policy cross-references, including the addition of BP 0410 - Nondiscrimination in District Programs and Activities, and minor corrections to legal references. No substantive changes are proposed to the policy's sexual harassment provisions.
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11.B.6. BP 4119.12/4219.12/4319.12 All Personnel - Harassment
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revisions update harassment-related language to align with best practices and clarify that the prohibition against harassment applies to all school-related settings, including District property, school transportation, and school-sponsored activities and events. Additional proposed changes include updates to policy cross-references.
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11.C. First Reading: AASB Fall 2026 Updates to BP 1420, AR 1420, E 1420, BP 3550, and BP 5040
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Recommendation The Administration’s recommends that the School Board approve the first reading of the AASB proposed addition of BP 1420, AR 1420, and E 1420, and proposed updates to BP 3550, and BP 5040, and advance the policies, administrative regulation, and exhibit to a second reading. Pertinent Facts The Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) has provided its Fall 2026 Policy Reference Manual Update Package, which includes revisions resulting from the 2026 Alaska Legislative Session, as well as other recommended policy updates. The update package includes revised, deleted, or newly established policies, administrative regulations, and exhibits. AASB identifies which changes require formal Board action and which are administrative, editorial, or reference updates that do not change the meaning of existing policies. The District is presenting three policies, one administrative regulation, and one exhibit from the Fall 2026 update package for first reading. The proposed updates are included in the Board packet for review and consideration. Board members may recommend modifications to address District-specific needs before final adoption; AASB advises that substantial changes to the proposed policies or administrative regulations may require additional legal review. |
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11.C.1. BP 1420 Tribal Consultation
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Pertinent Facts This new policy establishes a framework for meaningful consultation and collaboration with federally recognized Alaska Native Tribes. The proposed policy recognizes tribal sovereignty and emphasizes the importance of consultation as required by federal law, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Alaska Native Educational Equity, Support, and Assistance Act. It also encourages voluntary consultation on District policies, programs, and initiatives affecting Alaska Native students. The policy promotes culturally responsive educational practices, ongoing tribal partnerships, and appropriate data sharing to support student success.
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11.C.2. AR 1420 Tribal Consultation
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Pertinent Facts This new administrative regulation establishes procedures for meaningful tribal consultation. The proposed regulation outlines a structured process that includes advance invitations and preparation, collaborative consultation, annual tribal affirmation, documentation of how tribal input is incorporated into District decisions, and ongoing communication. It also establishes procedures for identifying appropriate tribal representatives, maintaining current contact information, and developing collaborative agreements with Tribes when appropriate.
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11.C.3. E 1420 Sample Invitation to Tribe for Consultation
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Pertinent Facts This new exhibit provides a sample invitation letter for initiating formal government-to-government consultation with Alaska Native Tribes. The proposed exhibit provides a template for communicating the purpose of consultation, identifying topics for tribal input, providing meeting and participation options, and requesting feedback. It is intended to support consistent, respectful, and meaningful communication with tribal governments.
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11.C.4. BP 3550 Food Service
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Pertinent Facts This policy has been updated to include a new Alaska Statute, AS 14.03.087, which was enacted this legislative session. It states that beginning January 1, 2028, Districts are prohibited from serving breakfasts and lunches that include certain color additives (dyes).
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11.C.5. BP 5040 Student Nutrition and Physical Activity
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revisions incorporate AS 14.03.087, enacted during the 2026 Alaska Legislative Session, which prohibits school districts from serving foods or beverages containing seven specified artificial color additives in school breakfast and lunch programs beginning January 1, 2028. Additional proposed revisions expand nutrition standards to include classroom parties and foods and beverages not offered for sale, along with minor wording, formatting, and legal reference updates.
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12. INFORMATION ITEMS
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12.A. Letters and Communications
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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. Naukati
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12.B.3.c. Port Alexander
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12.B.3.d. Thorne Bay
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12.B.3.e. Whale Pass
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12.C. Administrative Regulation for Review: AR 4117.6 Certificated Personnel - Informal Hearing for Nonretention of Nontenured Staff
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Pertinent Facts The proposed revisions align the District's AR with AASB's Model Policy. The revisions clarify notification procedures, including the use of registered rather than certified mail, and allow the Superintendent's designee to receive hearing requests and provide required notices. Additional revisions clarify the exchange of written documents, specify time limits for hearing presentations and rebuttals, and update procedural numbering and formatting. As an administrative regulation, the proposed revisions are presented for Board information and do not require formal Board action. |
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13. ADVANCE PLANNING
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13.A. Special Meeting: October 23, 2026 (Location: Remote via Zoom)
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13.B. November 2026 Regular Meeting: 3rd Wednesday is November 18, 2026 (Location: Hollis School)
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13.C. Annual Conference & Youth Leadership Institute (November 5-8, 2026, in Anchorage)
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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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17. ADJOURNMENT
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