October 12, 2021 at 4:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Call to Order
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1.A. Pledge of Allegiance
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1.B. Approval of a Flexible Agenda (For Possible Action)
Description:
The Trustees reserve the right to take items in a different order to accomplish business in the most efficient manner.
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2. Consent Items SG-G (For Possible Action)
Description:
Information concerning the following consent items has been forwarded to each Board Member for study prior to this meeting. Unless a Trustee or member of the audience has a question concerning a particular item and asks that it be withdrawn from the consent list, the items are approved at one time by the Board of Trustees.
Note: If one of the following items is removed for discussion, it will be heard at the end of the consent items. |
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2.A. Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of September 14, 2021
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Attached are Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of September 14, 2021 for review and approval.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of September 14, 2021.
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2.B. Accounts Payable Special and Regular Run Vouchers
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A complete list of payments contained in Accounts Payable Special Vouchers numbers 2220, 2221, 2222, 2223, 2224, 2225, and Regular Run Voucher Number 2226 and 2227 are attached. Vouchers have been prepared in accordance to state law and copies of the Vouchers are available for review by the public at the Superintendent's office prior to the meeting.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Special Run Voucher Numbers 2220, 2221, 2222, 2223, 2224, 2225 and Regular Run Voucher Number and 2226 and 2227.
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2.C. Personnel Report No. 21-10
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Listed on the Personnel Report No. 21-10 are personnel actions presented for consideration by the Board of Trustees. Salaries for individuals employed will be determined in accordance with salary regulations of the District.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve personnel actions in Personnel Report No. 21-10.
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2.D. Budget Voucher Adjustments
Description:
A complete list of budget adjustments made by the Director of Business Services during the recent course of business is provided for review and approval by the Board of Trustees as required by NRS 354.598005.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Budget Voucher Adjustments as submitted.
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2.E. Restorative Justice Discipline Plan
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Executive Director, Ms. Melissa Rains, has provided the Restorative Discipline Plan for Board annual review and approval.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the 2021-22 Restorative Discipline Plan as presented. |
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2.F. Bullying Report (Information Only)
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DCSD Executive Director of Educational Services Area 4, Melissa Rains has provided a data report detailing the bullying, behavior, suspensions, and expulsions from July 1, 2021 to September 30, 2021.
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2.G. Monthly Update of Enrollment Counts (Information Only)
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Monthly update on enrollment numbers for each school site is provided to the Board.
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3. Introduction and Special Recognition SG-C&R (Special Recognition)
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4. Nevada Association of School Boards (NASB) Report SG-G (Information and Discussion)
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Linda Gilkerson, NASB Director, will present details of NASB accomplishments, current issues, and goals.
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5. Board Reports SG-G, C&R (Information and Discussion)
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Brief updates from the Board regarding District activities.
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6. Correspondence
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7. Good News SG-C (Information Only)
Description:
Each month the Board President will share "good news", which may include recognizing employees, students, and/or groups.
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8. Consideration of Bond Refinancing SG-G (Discussion and For Possible Action)
Description:
JNA Consulting, the District's Bond Counsel, has recommended the refinancing of the 2012 bonds for potential savings to the Debt Service due to lower interest rates. Refinancing will not extend the repayment term of the existing debt.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the refinancing of the 2012 bonds for potential Debt Service savings. |
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9. Superintendent Report SG-G (Administrative Report)
Description:
Superintendent, Keith Lewis, will report to the Board regarding activities of the past month and upcoming District events that may be of interest to them.
Below is a summary of donations received by school sites over the last month. The District wishes to acknowledge and thank the generosity of all donors on behalf of the students we serve. Douglas High School Nomnivore LLC-Donated equipment for the Culinary Arts Program (Value approximately $4000) All Elementary Schools Tahoe Douglas Elks Club-Donated 372 dictionaries for distribution to all 3rd grade students |
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10. Principal Reports SG-G (Administrative Report)
Description:
The Board will hear three (3) reports, one of each representing DCSD's elementary, middle, and high schools regarding successes and challenges they have faced over the past year.
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11. Timeline for a Future Board Discussion Related to Critical Race Theory SG-AS, G (Discussion and For Possible Action)
Description:
As a standing item, the Board may discuss and make changes to the process and timeline they will use to address the future agenda item related to Critical Race Theory.
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12. Public Comment (5:30 p.m.)
Description:
Comments from the public are invited at this time on topics not specifically addressed elsewhere in the agenda. A sign-up sheet is provided and individuals who wish to address the Board are asked to indicate their desire to speak and the topic about which they will speak. Individuals wishing to address the Board at this time will be limited to three minutes. The Board is precluded from acting on items raised during Public Comment that are not already on the agenda.
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13. Designation of Positions as Critical Shortage Need SG-AS,G (Discussion and For Possible Action)
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The Board will consider designating English Language and Development Teacher (ELAD) as a position qualifying to be filled under Critical Shortage Need. The District has had a very difficult time recruiting qualified candidates to fill the position currently open in the district. Designating this position as Critical Shortage Need, if approved by the State, will enable the District to consider candidates who have previously retired within the State, but have a desire to fill the position until it can be filled by an otherwise qualified candidate.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board approve the requested position for Critical Shortage Need. |
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14. Superintendent Goal Update SG-G (Information and Discussion)
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The superintendent will provide the Board with a final update of his 2020-21 goals, which were agreed upon by the Board and the superintendent.
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15. Closed Session (Discussion and For Possible Action)
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The Board will recess to closed session in order to discuss matters with its management representatives pursuant to NRS 288.220(4).
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16. Prioritizing Agenda-Possible Items for Future Board Meetings (Discussion and For Possible Action)
Description:
The Board will seek requests from its members for items to be placed on future meeting agendas in accordance with its policies. The Board will discuss all agenda items on the list and prioritize those it wishes to come forward at the next Board Meeting.
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17. Public Comment
Description:
Comments from the public are invited at this time on topics not specifically addressed elsewhere in the agenda. A sign-up sheet is provided and individuals who wish to address the Board are asked to indicate their desire to speak and the topic about which they will speak. Individuals wishing to address the Board at this time will be limited to three minutes. The Board is precluded from acting on items raised during Public Comment that are not already on the agenda.
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18. Adjournment
Description:
(*) Times are estimated. Items on the Agenda may be taken out of order. The Board of Trustees may combine two or more agenda items for consideration, and may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time. Generally speaking, the item will be heard no earlier than the time indicated.
If copies of the complete agenda (and supporting materials) are desired in advance, they may be obtained at the District Office on the Friday or Monday preceding a regular Tuesday meeting of the Board. Please contact Caryn Harper at 775-782-5134 or Charper@dcsd.k12.nv.us. Notice to Individuals with Disabilities: Members of the public who require special assistance or accommodations are asked to notify the District Administration at 1638 Mono Avenue, Minden, Nevada, 89423, or by calling 782-5134, so that such notification is received at least twenty four (24) hours prior to the meeting. In conformance with the Open Meeting Law, it is hereby noted that the agenda for the meeting of the Douglas County School Board of Trustees has been posted at the following locations: Gardnerville Post Office, Gardnerville, NV Genoa Post Office, Genoa, NV Minden Post Office, Minden, NV Stateline Post Office, Stateline, NV Zephyr Cove Post Office, Zephyr, NV Douglas County School District, Minden, NV District website: www.dcsd.k12.nv.us State of Nevada website: https://notice.nv.gov |
