November 12, 2018 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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                                        1. Call To Order                 
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Board President     
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                                        1.1. Pledge of Allegiance                 
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Board President     
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 Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. AdvancED 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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                                        1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance                 
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Board President     
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 AdvancED 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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                                        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 1.10 Leaders collect and analyze a range of feedback data from multiple stakeholder groups to inform decision-making that results in improvement. Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings. | 
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                                        1.2.1. Public Comment                 
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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. AdvancED Standard 1.10 Leaders collect and analyze a range of feedback data from multiple stakeholder groups to inform decision-making that results in improvement. Policy 2009, Public Participation at Board Meetings. 
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                                        1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)                 
        Speaker(s): 
Board President     
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Consent Agenda     
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 Consent agenda items include minutes from the October 22, 2018 meeting; October, 2018 Financial Reports, October bills in the amount of $854,828.30 for the General Fund, and $22,912.50 for the Building Fund. Prior to the meeting Deb Gerch and Jay Irwin reviewed the bills. AdvancED 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. AdvancED Standard 1.7 - Leaders implement operational processes and procedures to ensure organization effectiveness in support of teaching and learning. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills. 
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                                        2. Board Development and Communication                 
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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. AdvancED Standard 1.5 - the governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. AdvancED 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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                                        2.2. Superintendent’s Report                 
        Speaker(s): 
Superintendent     
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                                        2.2.1. AdvancED School Improvement Professional Development                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Michael Rupprecht     
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Dr. Michael Rupprecht will talk with the Board of Education about details leading up to our AdvancED External Visit that will happen in the Spring of 2019.  Professional development and learning is planned each month for the Board of Education leading up to the external visit.  Topics that will be addressed this month are:
 
 AdvancEd Standard 1.9 The system provides experiences that cultivate and improve leadership effectiveness. Policy 2003 Development and Education of Board Members. | 
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                                        2.2.2. Blueprint Program Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Josh Wilken & Dr. Tiffanie Welte     
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Dr. Josh Wilken and Dr. Tiffanie Welte will update the Board of Education on the progress being made within the Blueprint Program across the District.  Dr. Wilken and Dr. Welte will be sure to allow for time for questions along the way. AdvancEd Standard 2.6 The system implements a process to ensure the curriculum is aligned to standards and best practices. Policy 6003 Instructional Program. 
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                                        2.2.3. Superintendent Evaluation Process                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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Dr. Adler will outline the process that will be used to complete the mid-year evaluation of his performance and progress on the established goals.  Board of Education members will be provided all of the necessary materials and information to complete the Superintendent Evaluation prior to the next meeting on November 26th. AdvancEd Standard 3.4 The system attracts and retains qualified personnel who support the system's purpose and direction. Policy 4025 Superintendent. 
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                                        2.2.4. Government Relations Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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 Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards will update the Board regarding Legislative issues. AdvancED Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. 
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                                        2.2.5. NASB Updates and Information                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Jay Irwin     
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Dr. Jay Irwin will update the Board of Education on items and information that is under consideration with the Nebraska Association of School Boards. 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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                                        2.2.6. Enrollment Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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 Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board. AdvancED Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. 
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                                        3. Standards Based School Improvement                 
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                                        3.1. Transportation--School Van Replacement (Action)                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mr. Jason Buckingham     
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Mr. Jason Buckingham will present the Board of Education with several competitive bids and a recommendation to purchase a new school van to replace one that hs been taken out of service. AdvancEd Standard 3.8 The system allocates human, material and fiscal resources in alignment with the system's identified needs and priorities to improve student performance and organizational effectiveness. Policy 3011 Transportation. 
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                                        3.2. Voluntary Separation Resolution (Action)                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mr. Jason Buckingham     
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Mr. Jason Buckingham will outline projections and budget allocations to support the Voluntary Separation Program for the 2018/2019 School Year.  A voluntary separation resolution will be presented for approval by the Board of Education. AdvancEd Standard 1.4 The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Policy 4055 Voluntary Separation. 
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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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                                        6. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities                 
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                                        6.1. Announcements                 
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                                        6.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information                 
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 Supplemental Documents include the following: 
 
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                                        6.3. Future Board Calendar                 
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       Board of Education Meeting – Monday, Nov. 26, 2018 – 6:00 p.m.  
 
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                                        6.4. Adjourn                 
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 AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. | 
 
  
 