February 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
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1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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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 BDA, 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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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 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, Public Participation at Board Meetings. |
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1.2.1. Public Comment
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At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BDDH, Public Participation at Board Meetings and KD, 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 January 12, 2015 regular Board of Education meeting and the February 4, 2015 Special Board of Education meeting; February financial reports; and February bills in the amount of $526,250.23 for the General Fund; and a retirement resignation request from Student Services Director Dianne Young. Prior to the meeting Deb Gerch and Tresha Rodgers reviewed 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 BDDG, Minutes AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy DIC, Financial Reports and Statements AdvancEd Standard 4.1 – The system engages in a systematic process to recruit, employ, and retain a sufficient number of qualified professional and support staff to fulfill their roles and responsibilities and support the purpose and direction of the system, individual schools, and educational programs. Board Policy GCPB, Resignation of Certified Staff Members
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2. Board Development and Communication
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties |
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
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AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsible and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties and AG, Reporting to the Public |
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
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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. Policy CBA, Responsibilities of the Superintendent |
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2.2.1. School Board Member Week Proclamation--January 25-31
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Governor Pete Ricketts has designated January 25th through January 31st, 2015 as School Board Member Week. All Nebraskans should recognize and acknowledge the significant contributions made by our locally elected school board members. In appreciation of the service and leadership of the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education, the Ralston faculty and staff has contributed $1,000 that will be donated to Tri-City Food Bank on behalf of the Board.
AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsibly and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties
Discussion:
Governor Pete Ricketts has designated January 25th through January 31st, 2015 as School Board Member Week. All Nebraskans should recognize and acknowledge the significant contributions made by our locally elected school board members. In appreciation of the service and leadership of the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education, the Ralston faculty and staff has contributed $1,000 that will be donated to Tri-City Food Pantry on behalf of the Board.
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2.2.2. Legislative Committee Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler & Mrs. Richards
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Dr. Adler, Mrs. Richards, Mr. Buckingham, and Mr. Kohout will update the board on legislative issues.
AdvancED Standard 2.2 - The governing body operates responsibly and functions effectively. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties
Discussion:
Dr. Adler and Mrs. Richards updated the board on legislative bills.
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2.2.3. 2015-2016 Draft District Calendar
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Superintendent Dr. Mark Adler will review the 2015-16 Draft District Calendar.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy ICA, School Calendar
Discussion:
Principals have reviewed the calendar and made a few suggestions for changes:
1. Moved the work day in Dec. to before winter break (Dec. 21st instead of Jan. 1st)
2. First day of school changes - move to PS, KG, 7 & 9 and all other students to Wednesday.
3. Sept 14th as inservice day to observe Jewish Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)
4. Spring break early due to the timing needed for end of 3rd term and NeSA Reading, Math, and Science
Next step: Board review and provide to staff for input.
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2.2.4. Pilot Program for District Substitutes
Speaker(s):
Dr. Rupprecht
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Executive Director for Human Resources, Dr. Mike Rupprecht, will discuss the pilot program for District substitutes.
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 AFE, Evaluation of Instructional Programs
Discussion:
Executive Director for Human Resources Dr. Mike Rupprecht discussed the pilot program for District substitutes.
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2.2.5. HVAC RFP Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Buckingham
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Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs, Mr. Jason Buckingham, will update the Board regarding the RFP for the HVAC system at the Virginia Moon Administrative Center.
Discussion:
Executive Director for Fiscal Affairs Mr. Jason Buckingham updated he Board regarding the RFP for the HVAC system at the Virginia Moon Administrative Center.
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
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3.1. Superintendent Goals (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Dr. Adler will share the most recent version of the Superintendent's goals with the Board of Education and ask for Board of Education approval.
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3.2. District Law Firm Draft RFP Document
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Dr. Adler and Mr. Buckingham will share a draft copy of legal services RFP for Board input and consideration.
AdvancED Standard 2.1 – The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BCG – Legal Counsel for the Board
Discussion:
Dr. Adler and the Board of Education discussed the criteria necessary for the RFP for legal services.
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3.3. 2015-2016 REA Negotiated Contract (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Adler
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Dr. Adler is recommending approval of the 2015-2016 Ralston Education Association (REA) negotiated contract. The 2015-2016 REA contract represents a 3.5% total package increase. The recommended agreement includes a base salary of $33,450 which represents a $400 increase to the base salary. Multiple adjustments were made to the contract all of which are outlined in detail in the red-line copy of the recommended contract which is attached.
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4. Policy Review
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The Board and Administration will review proposed policies. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Board Policy BBA, School Board Powers and Duties |
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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 representation 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-Adjourment Information and Activities
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6.1. Board Assessment of Meeting
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Meeting Content
Meeting Process
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6.2. Announcements
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6.3. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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6.4. Future Board Calendar
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Board of Education Meeting – Mon., Feb. 23, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. Wildewood Elementary – 8071 Ralston Ave. Board of Education Meeting – Mon., Mar. 9, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. Virginia Moon Administrative Center Annual NSBA Conference – Saturday – Monday, March 21-23, 2015 Nashville, TN NETA Conference – Thur. & Fri., April 23 & 24, 2015 CenturyLink Center Omaha |
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6.5. Adjourn
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