April 13, 2016 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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                                        1. Call To Order                 
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                                        1.1. Pledge of Allegiance                 
        Speaker(s): 
Board President     
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 Please stand and join us in the pledge of allegiance. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy BDA, Board of Education Meetings | 
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                                        1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance                 
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Board President     
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                                        1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure                 
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 A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room. Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments. The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings. | 
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                                        1.2.1. Public Comment                 
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At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings. | 
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                                        1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)                 
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Board President     
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Consent Agenda     
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 Consent agenda items include minutes from the March 28, 2016 meeting; April financial reports; April bills in the amount of $537,022.06 for the General Fund, $500.00 for the Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund, and $500.00 for the Bond Fund; resignation requests from Cassie Gunia, Olivia Walker, Rachel Beiting, Rhonda Keyes, Sean Anderson, Michael Blunck, and Christina Lovewell, effective at the conclusion of their 2015-16 contracts; a contract for Melissa Stolley, effective July 1, 2016; and a probationary contract for Amanda Buhrman, effective with the 2016-17 contract. AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDG, Minutes            
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Motion to approve the invoice for payment to Prism Advisors
Motion to approve the invoice for payment to Data Serve     
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                                        2. Board Development and Communication                 
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties     | 
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                                        2.1. Board Members’ Update                 
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 AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties and AG, Reporting to the Public | 
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                                        2.2. Superintendent’s Report                 
        Speaker(s): 
Superintendent     
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 AdvancED Standard 2.4 - Leadership and staff at all levels of the system foster a culture consistent with the system's purpose and direction. Policy CBA, Responsibilities of the Superintendent | 
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                                        2.2.1. Legislative Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Adler & Mrs. Richards     
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 Mrs. Richards and Dr. Adler will update the Board regarding current Legislative issues. 
 
 AdvancED Standard 1.1 – The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public 
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Mrs. Richards updated the Board regarding 2016 Legislative items     | 
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                                        2.2.2. Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund (QCPUF) Bond Counsel Presentation                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mr. Buckingham     
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 Mr. Buckingham will discuss the Qualified Capitol Purpose Undertaking Fund. AdvancED Standard 4.3 – The system maintains facilities, services, and equipment to provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for all students and staff. Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public 
        Discussion: 
Christine Klinker with Gillmore Bell discussed the Qualified Capitol Purpose Undertaking Fund resolution.      
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                                        2.2.3. Winter Sports Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Adler     
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 Mike Smith will update the Board regarding winter sports and activities. 
 AdvancED Standard 1.1 – The system engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a system-wide purpose for student success. Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public 
        Discussion: 
Mr. Smith updated the Board regarding winter sports and activities participation.     
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                                        3. Standards Based School Improvement                 
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                                        3.1. Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund (QCPUF) Project List (Action)
Consideration of a resolution authorizing the issuance of Limited Tax Building Improvement Bonds pursuant to section 79-10,110.                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mr. Buckingham     
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 AdvancED Standard 4.3 – The system maintains facilities, services, and equipment to provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for all students and staff. Board Policy AG, Reporting to the Public 
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                                        4. Policy Review                 
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                                        5. Executive Session Disclosure                 
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 The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. | 
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                                        5.1. Executive Session (Action)                 
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 AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDC, Executive Meetings | 
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                                        6. Pre-Adjourment Information and Activities                 
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                                        6.1. Board Assessment of Meeting                 
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 Meeting Content 
 Meeting Process 
 
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                                        6.2. Announcements                 
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                                        6.3. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information                 
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Supplemental Documents include the following: Student/Staff Count 
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                                        6.4. Future Board Calendar                 
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 Seymour Elementary Building Visit – Mon., April 25, 2016 – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting – Mon., April 25, 2016 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Blumfield Elementary Building Visit – Mon., May 9, 2016 – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting – Mon., May 9, 2016 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Ralston High School Graduation – Sun., May 15, 2016 – 2:00 p.m., Ralston Arena | 
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                                        6.5. Adjourn                 
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