October 9, 2017 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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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 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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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. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.
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1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
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Procedural Item
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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.
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1.2.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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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. At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
Discussion:
Clayton Monical submitted a public comment. He was there to discuss the three students who kneeled at the football game. Channel 7 had been requested by Mr. Monical to be present at the meeting. His comments surrounded the students' behavior and disrespecting veterans and the flag by doing this.
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1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the September 28, 2017 meeting; September Financial Reports, September bills in the amount of $528,454.07 for the General Fund, and $7,428.00 for the Building Fund and $76,875.00 for the Qualified Capital Purpose Fund. Prior to the meeting Mrs. Heather Johnston and Dr. Jay Irwin reviewed the bills.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings and 3007, Review of Bills.
Discussion:
Mr. Buckingham spoke to the Board regarding budget items. He mentioned tax receipts are 7.5% of budget spending to date.
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2. Board Development and Communication
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Procedural Item
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
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Information Item
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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.
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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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. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. |
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2.2.1. I Love Public Schools Screening
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jeremy Maskel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mr. Maskel will inform the Board of Education about an upcoming opportunity for the I Love Public Schools team to visit Ralston Public Schools for an upcoming film screening.
AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings.
Discussion:
Mr. Maskel discussed an opportunity for the I Love Public Schools team to visit Ralston Public Schools for an upcoming film screening. |
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2.3. Poverty/LEP Plan Presentation
Speaker(s):
Cecelia Wilken/Dr. Josh Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mrs. Wilken and Dr. Josh Wilken will present the Poverty/LEP Plan to the Board for review. Each year as a District we submit a comprehensive plan for serving students in povery and who have limited english proficiency. Both plans are due with NDE by October 15th. It has been the practice that our District Administration present an overview of each plan prior to submitting them to NDE.
AdvancED Standard 3.4 - System and school leaders monitor and support the improvement of instruction practices of teacher to ensure student success. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
Discussion:
Mrs. Cecelia Wilken and Dr. Josh Wilken presented the Poverty/LEP Plan to the Board. Each year as a District we submit a comprehensive plan for serving students in poverty and who have limited English proficiency. Both plans are due with NDE by October 15th. Categories discussed included: Identification of students, instructional approaches and assessment.
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2.4. Bus Purchase Discussion
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Each year Mr. Buckingham evaluates the district owned bus fleet and secures bids to purchase new equipment as needed to provide transportation to meet student need. Mr. Buckingham will discuss with the Board current bus bids and a plan of action to approve the purchase of new equipment at a later meeting.
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 3004, General Purchasing and Procurement.
Discussion:
Each year Mr. Buckingham evaluates the district owned bus fleet and secures bids to purchase new equipment as needed to provide transportation to meet student need. Mr. Buckingham discussed with the Board current bus bids and a plan of action to approve the purchase of new equipment at a later meeting. Transportation needs have changed this year as there is an increased number of students using wheelchairs. We need to replace a 2004 bus and bring in a new SPED bus. This bus would hold 22 passengers. Funds would be available from the Depreciation Fund. |
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2.5. Strategic Planning Process Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Mrs. Cecelia Wilken
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler and Mrs. Wilken will provide some follow up discussion with the Board of Education on the Strategic Planning Process and Board Retreat. Ideas and processes will be presented on the next steps in the development of a 3-5 year strategic plan.
AdvancEd Standard 2.6 - Leadership and staff supervision and evaluation processes result in improved professional practice in all areas of the system and improved student success. Board Policy 2003, Development and Education of Board Members.
Discussion:
Dr. Adler and Mrs. Wilken reviewed the Board of Education Strategic Planning Process and Board Retreat held on September 29th. Comments from the "draft" Board of Education goals were reviewed. Small updates once a month were suggested by Mrs. Johnson. Mrs. Rodgers agreed with this idea.
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2.6. Enrollment Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board.
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 2022, Reporting to the Public.
Discussion:
Dr. Adler reviewed the Student/Staff Count with the Board. Specifically we are monitoring Class A/B classification. Signal numbers are driving this. 9-11 Boy count.
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
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3.1. Policy 4051 - Social Media (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler/Mr. Jeremy Maskel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Policy 4051 - Social Media will be presented to the Board for action.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
Discussion:
Mr. Maskel reviewed the changes to Policy 4051 - Social Media with the Board.
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3.2. Board of Education Resolution to Authorize the Negotiation and Purchase of Real Estate (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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A Board of Education resolution will be presented to authorize the District Administration to submit a Letter of Intent for the negotiation and purchase of real estate on behalf of the Board of Education.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 - Leadership at all levels of the system implement a continuous improvement process that provides clear direction for improving conditions that support student learning. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status.
Discussion:
A resolution was presented to authorize the District Administration to submit a Letter of Intent for the negotiation and purchase of real estate on behalf of the Board of Education. |
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4. Executive Session Disclosure
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Procedural Item
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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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4.1. Executive Session (Action)
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Action Item
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The Board will move into Executive Session to discuss a real estate matter.
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5. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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5.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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5.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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5.3. Future Board Calendar
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NASB Area Membership Meeting - Wednesday, October 11, 2017 - 5:00 pm Omaha, NE Board of Education Meeting - Mon., October 23, 2017 - 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board of Education Meeting - Mon., November 13, 2017 - 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center State Education Conference - November 15-17, 2017 La Vista Convention Center Board of Education Meeting - Mon., November 27, 2017 - 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center |
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5.4. Adjourn
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Action Item
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