April 13, 2020 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

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Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.
Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.
Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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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.

Cognia Standard 1.1:  The system commits to a purpose statement that defines beliefs about teaching and learning, including the expectations for learners.   Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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The Ralston Board of Education appreciates the public's right to provide public comment.  It is the practice of the Ralston Board to listen to the public comment, without discussion between the public and the Board.  Should you have a question or ask for follow-up from the Board, the Board President will direct the Superintendent to address the requests and provide additional information to you as appropriate.  We ask that you refrain from personal comments about individuals and the use of vulgar or inappropriate language in addressing the Board. 

The board will generally allow a total of 30 minutes for the presentation of all public comments.  Individuals may only speak one time per topic and must limit comments to around three (3) minutes. In the event more than 10 individuals wish to address the board, the 30 minutes will be divided equally between the number of speakers. At the discretion of the Board President or Chair, speakers may be allotted additional time.

At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.

Cognia Standard 1.1:  The system commits to a purpose statement that defines beliefs about teaching and learning, including the expectations for learners.   Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

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Consent agenda items include minutes from the March 23rd meeting; March Financial Reports, March bills in the amount of $470,225.22 for the General Fund, and $70,747.92 for the Building Fund. Prior to the meeting Mary Roarty and Heather Johnson reviewed the bills. 

Recommend the following teacher(s) be hired for the 2020-21 school year:
Caleb Goeken - RHS Math.  BA-Midland University.  Previous Experience:  Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools (2018-20).
Alexis Nordenson - Seymour SPED.  BA-UNO

Recommend the following resignations be accepted:
Mary Torczon - RHS Hearing Impaired
Megan Rerucha - RMS Science
Elizabeth D. Jackson - BL/KW Reading Specialist
Kacie Lindeman - RHS Science

Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

Cognia Standard 1.7:  Leaders implement operational processes and procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness in support of teaching and learning. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.         

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Cognia Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Board of Education members will discuss items they have recently observed or attended or items they wish to share with the other members of the Board of Education and the public.

Cognia Standard 1.5 - the governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2002, Reporting to the Public.  

Cognia Standard 1.4  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are desinged to support system effectiveness.  Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.

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Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

Rationale:  Dr. Josh Wilken will provide an update to the Board of Education on the English Language Learner Program.

Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public

Rationale:  Dr. Mark Adler and members of the administrative team will provide a detailed overview of the response of Ralston Public Schools to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public

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Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. 

Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

Rationale:  Dr. Jay Irwin will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards.

Cognia Standard 1.8 Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Policy 2022 Reporting to the Public.

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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board.

Cognia Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction.  Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public.

Rationale:  Ralston Public Schools has been in the process of accepting competitive bids for the management of the District's food service program.  Two companies have submitted bid proposals by the identified submission deadline.  The Board of Education did allow both companies fifteen minutes to present the highlights of their proposals and be available for questions the Board may have on March 23rd during the Board of Education Meeting.  The two companies that provided presentations were:

• Taher
• Sodexo

Based upon past service experiences, completion of the evaluation rubric for both proposals, and feedback from references, the administration recommends the approval of Sodexo for the Food Services Management Contract beginning with the 2020-2021 school year.


Policy 3004.1 Fiscal Management for Purchasing with Federal Funds

 

Rationale:  In response to current and future school closures for Ralston Public Schools, the attached COVID-19 Classified Pay Board of Education Resolution is requested by the administration to provide clear guidance and authority to continue to execute a base level of compensation for classified employees for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.  The administration asks for approval of the attached resolution.  

Policy 4039 Employment of Classified Staff

Rationale:  Dr. Adler will outline the proposed COVID-19 Pandemic Resolution to address the temporary adjustment graduation requirements for Ralston Public Schools.  This adjustment will allow the administration in consultation with the Board of Education President flexibility in the impact of the pandemic on students as well as curriculum matters.  The administrations asks for approval of this resolution.

Policy 6003 Instructional Program.  

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The Board and Administration will review proposed policies.

Cognia Standard 1.5 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within the defined roles and responsibilities.  Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education.

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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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Supplemental Documents include the following:

Bill Review Schedule - 2020

Directed Health Measure--April 9, 2020

 

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                  Board of Education Meeting – Mon., April 27 – 6:00 p.m.

                                    Virginia Moon Administrative Center

                       

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Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness.  Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.