March 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION

Rationale: 

We wish to make a strategic adjustment in our Infinite Campus system & SD DOE Educational Structure by moving away from utilizing Patriot Elementary as a combined entity. Instead, Badger Clark and Francis Case will remain as separate buildings within the system.

This change is driven by the need to streamline data entry, exports, budget entry, and tracking. Currently, we must double-enter or manually calculate information when aligning our district data with the state system. The state recognizes Patriot Elementary as a single building with approximately 1,000 students, whereas we operate them as separate entities. This discrepancy requires us to either combine data when reporting to the state or separate it at the district level for decision-making, creating inefficiencies.

By maintaining Badger Clark and Francis Case as distinct buildings in Infinite Campus, we will eliminate redundant tasks and ensure that data is entered and processed correctly the first time, improving accuracy and efficiency.

Rationale:  The Capital Outlay Committee met on February 19th and reviewed the attached list.  The first page summarizes all requests, including funding available.  There are pages that follow with detail for each area.  Each page shows priorities and rationale.  

Rationale:  Policy GCPB-E(2) Acknowledgment of Liquidated Damages Form ensures that certified staff members formally acknowledge the financial and professional consequences of resigning outside the contract renewal period. This document aligns with Board Policy GCPB and SDCL 13-42-10, outlining specific liquidated damages amounts and potential impacts on certification. By requiring employee initials and signatures, the form provides clear accountability and transparency in the resignation process.