February 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
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1. Call Meeting To Order:
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2. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence In Honor Of Fallen Soldiers And Active Duty Persons:
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3. Recognition:
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4. Review of Board Working Agreements:
Rationale:
Making Connections
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5. Public Forum:
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6. Approval of Agenda:
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the agenda. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
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7. Consent Agenda Items:
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the consent agenda. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
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7.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2026.
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7.B. Approve Personnel Action.
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7.C. Approve Financial Reports
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7.D. Approve the Purchases and Issuing of Accounts Payable.
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7.E. Approve Capital Outlay request in the amount of $28,270.21 to purchase gym floor coverings for the middle and high school.
Rationale:
The district recently refinished the high school gym floor and installed a new gym floor, representing a significant capital investment in our facilities. Because both gyms are regularly used for events that require chairs, tables, staging, and other equipment to be placed directly on the floor, there is a risk of damage to the finish and surface. To protect this investment, extend the lifespan of the floors, and reduce potential repair or refinishing costs, we are requesting approval to purchase commercial-grade gym floor coverings. Although the purchase will be funded through next year’s Capital Outlay budget, we are seeking to acquire the coverings early to ensure the floors are protected for upcoming spring events.
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7.F. Approve Conflict Disclosures and Waiver Authorizations Pursuant to SDCL 3-23-3
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8. Items Removed From Consent Agenda
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9. Elementary and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Items:
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10. Superintendent Items:
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10.A. RSP & Associates 2025 Demographic Study.
Rationale:
Continued from February 9, 2025 meeting.
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10.B. Douglas Middle School Addition Update
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COOP Architects informed me that they have completed the Construction Documents for the addition at Douglas Middle School. On 2/19/2026 they will be issued for bid. If you like, I can have Jared attend our March 9, 2026 BOE meeting to answer any questions you might have. Bids for the project will be opened on March 12 and Jared and Gustfason Builders will bring the board a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) to be approved by the board at the March 23 BOE meeting.
*The DMS addition came from a recommendation from the Facilities Master Plan Committee the board accepted as a roadmap for facilities improvements in September 2025. The addition is necessary to address building issues relating to student capacity. |
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11. Fiscal Resources Items:
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11.A. BE IT RESOLVED that the Douglas Board of Education, in accordance with Board Policy BBB, hereby sets the Douglas School District Board Election for Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026. Polls will be open from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm.
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Approve resolution as presented. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
Rationale:
The District is working with the City of Box Elder again this year to hold a concurrent election. The contract attached is what was presented from the City. If the Board agrees to all of the details, I will sign and return to the City. If any changes are requested, please bring those to the meeting to be discussed.
The Election will be held at the Box Elder Community Center - 420 Villa Drive, Box Elder SD 57719. |
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11.B. Capital Outlay Timeline and Update
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12. Operational Support Services Items:
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12.A. Hear Informational Reading of New Board Policy GCB - R(1) — National Board Certified Teachers
Rationale:
This new policy defines the duration of reimbursement for teachers who achieve National Board Certification, reflecting state law that requires a $2,000 annual stipend for five years after certification and allows local boards to continue payment for additional years at their discretion.
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13. Reports:
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13.A. Superintendent:
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13.A.1. Classified Listening Sessions are scheduled for March 3 & 4.
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13.B. Committee Reports From Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
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14. Upcoming Calendar Events:
March 2 - Capital Outlay Committee Meeting, 3:00 pm March 2 - Curriculum Coordinating Council, 3:20 pm March 9 - BOE Meeting, 5:00 pm March 10 - POG Steering Committee, March 13 - Staff PD Day, No School March 23 - BOE Meeting, 5:00 pm March 23 - 26-27 Negotiations #1 March 31 or April 1 - 26-27 Negotiations #2 |
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15. Executive Session to prepare for the 2026-27 Negotiations according to SDCL 1-25-2.4.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to go into Executive Session at pm. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
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16. Executive Session to conduct the Superintendent's Annual Evaluation according to SDCL 1-25-2.1.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to move into executive session at. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
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17. Action As A Result of Executive Session
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18. Adjournment
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Motion to adjourn the meeting at. This motion, made by {Insert Board Member} and seconded by {Insert Board Member}, {Insert Action Result}.
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