November 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM - Special Board Meeting

Description:  Please Note:  The Board reserves the right to (1) take items in a different order, (2) combine two or more Agenda items for consideration, and (3) to remove an item from the Agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the Agenda at any time, in order to accomplish the business on the Agenda in the most efficient manner.

Description:  Comments will be accepted in person, or through virtual participation via email; suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us no later than 12:30 p.m. the day of the meeting.  Email for public comment must include the submitting party’s full name.  Email for public comment will be posted as a supplemental document and copies will be provided to the board members. The names of those who have provided virtual public comment will be read during public comment and the emails will be included in the record, but the virtual public comment will not be read during the meeting. Comments may be made by members of the public on any matter within the authority of this Board.  Please note that public comment will be taken on items marked "for possible action" before action is taken on such items, and members of the public are encouraged to comment on such items at the time they are being considered.  Although members of the Board may respond to questions and discuss issues raised during public comment, no action may be taken on such a matter until the matter is placed on an agenda for action at a meeting of the Board.  In making public comment, speakers are asked to come to the table or podium, sign in, speak into the microphone, and identify themselves for the record. Commenters are instructed to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes, and not simply repeat comments made by others.

Description:  The Board of Trustees will conduct a public review and discussion regarding the development and refinement of the Board Governance Handbook. This handbook is intended to articulate the roles, responsibilities, protocols, and ethical standards that guide the Board’s operations and interactions with the Superintendent, staff, and community. The discussion may include consideration of best practices in governance, alignment with district strategic goals, and incorporation of feedback from prior or future board self-assessments.

Purpose: To ensure transparent and effective governance by establishing a clear, collaboratively developed framework that supports accountability, consistency, and public trust in board operations.

Action Requested: Board discussion and possible direction to staff regarding the structure, content, and timeline for development of the Governance Handbook. Public comment shall be allowed on this item prior to the Board taking any action.

Description:  Items specifically related to the Board Governance Handbook.

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 Monday preceding a special meeting of the Board.  Please contact the District Office at 775-782-5134 or Suptoffice@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:

Douglas County School District, Minden, NV
District website:  www.dcsd.k12.nv.us
State of Nevada website:  https://notice.nv.gov
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