April 25, 2022 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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                                        2. Pledge of Allegiance                 
        Speaker(s): 
Board President     
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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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                                        2.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance                 
        Speaker(s): 
Board President     
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 Cognia Standard 1.4:  The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. | 
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                                        3. 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. | 
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                                        3.1. 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. 
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                                        4. Consent Agenda (Action)                 
        Speaker(s): 
Board President     
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Consent Agenda     
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 Consent agenda items include minutes from the April 11 meeting.  Local Substitute Certificate for Tena Holmes. 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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                                        5. Board Development and Communication                 
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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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                                        5.1. 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. 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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                                        6. Superintendent’s Report                 
        Speaker(s): 
Superintendent     
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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. | 
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                                        6.1. District Bond Project Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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Dr. Adler, Mr. Buckingham, and members of the administrative team will provide an update to the Board of Education on the progress of various projects in motion with the 2021 Future Ready Ralston Bond Initiative. Professionals from Weitz Construction and BCDM Architects will be on hand to provide an update to the Mockingbird Project as well as discuss external building design components. 
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                                        6.2. Government Relations Update--2022 Legislative Session Overview                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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 District lobbyist, Mr. Joe Kohout, will provide the Board of Education with an overview of the recently completed 2022 Legislative Session. 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. 
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                                        6.3. Ralston Middle School--School Improvement Plan Overview                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mr. Andrew Parizek     
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Mr. Andrew Parizek along with Dr. Cecilia Wilken will provide an overview of the school improvement plan for Ralston Middle School.     
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                                        6.4. Public Hearing--Committee on American Civics                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Cecilia Wilken     
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Procedural Item     
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Dr. Cecilia Wilken will provide an update on activities and events in motion as it relates to the Committee on American Civics.  During this agenda item time will be provided to allow for public comment on any topics related to the Committee on American Civics as outlined in Nebraska law.     
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                                        6.5. Board of Education Retreat Follow Up                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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Dr. Adler, Dr. Wilken, and Mr. Buckingham will review the results and discussions from the Board of Education Retreat held on Monday, April 18, 2022, beginning at 5:00 PM.  Further review and feedback of the proposed Strategic Priorities and Committee Structure are needed to finalize next steps in planning for the 2022-2023 School Year.     
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                                        6.6. NASB Updates and Information                 
        Speaker(s): 
Mrs. Robin Richards     
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Mrs. Robin Richards 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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                                        6.7. Enrollment Update                 
        Speaker(s): 
Dr. Mark Adler     
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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. 
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                                        7. Standards Based School Improvement                 
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                                        8. Policy Review                 
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                                        9. 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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                                        10. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities                 
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                                        10.1. Announcements                 
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                                        10.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information                 
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 Supplemental Documents include the following: 
 
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                                        10.3. Future Board Calendar                 
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                Board of Education Meeting - Mon., May 9 - 6:00 p.m. 
 
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                                        11. Adjourn                 
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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. | 
 
 