June 13, 2022 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
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1.a. Call to Order
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by President Ruth Kozal. The meeting was held at Scottsbluff High School.
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1.b. Roll Call
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1.c. Excuse Absent Member(s)
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Open Meetings Law
Discussion:
The meeting was run in accordance with the Open Meetings Law. The Open Meetings Law is posted in the Board Room and a physical copy can be obtained by the Board Secretary. The Open Meetings Law can be found online. The notice of the meeting was run in the Star-Herald as well as on the SBPS website.
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4. Student Fees Public Hearing
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4.a. Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions or observations for taxpayers relating to setting the student fee schedule.
Discussion:
No one from the community was present to speak at the hearing.
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5. Title I Parental and Family Engagement Public Hearing
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5.a. Public Hearing for the purpose of Reviewing and Re-Adopting Policy 6400 and 6410 - Parental and Family Engagement.
Discussion:
No one from the community was present to speak at the hearing.
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6. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.a. Adopt Agenda
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6.b. Approve Minutes as follows:
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6.b.1. May 10, 2022
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6.c. Approval of Certified Staff Hire
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6.c.1. Jared Mackrill, Special Education, District Wide
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6.c.2. Brooke Flaherty, Special Education, District Wide
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6.c.3. Cassandra Brotzman, 2nd Grade, Longfellow Elementary School
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6.c.4. Keith Gille, English Language Arts, Scottsbluff High School
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6.d. Contract Amendment
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6.d.1. Tracy Henderson
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6.e. Appointment of New Board Secretary
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6.e.1. Reagan True
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7. Approval of Expenditures
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7.a. Expenditures, without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian, Vogl & Lookabill P.C.: $1,733,014.84
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.b. Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian, Vogl & Lookabill P.C. Expenditures: $858.00
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Awards and Recognitions
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8.a. Ava Imhof - National Merit Scholar
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
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8.b. Nebraska High School Theatre Awards
Speaker(s):
Brad Ronnie
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8.c. Boys Soccer
Speaker(s):
Nate Rock
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8.d. Boys State Track
Speaker(s):
Shelby Aaberg & Mike Burda
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9. Public Comment - A total of 20 minutes will be allotted (no more than 5 minutes per speaker)
Discussion:
No one from the public was present to address the Board.
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10. Students Report
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11. Unfinished Business
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11.a. Approval of Board Policy Revisions 1211 - Title IX Grievance, 3132 - Internal Controls, 3540 - Bidding Construction Projects, 4009 - Drug Use, 4133 - Substitute Teachers, 8346 - Public Participation and 9340 - Minutes, as provided by Perry Law Firm - 2nd Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson & Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Discussion was held regarding possible rewording of Policy 8346.
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11.b. Revision of Policy 4114 - Salary Advancement - Second Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The administration has recommended clarifying the wording for Certified Staff who are using education to advance their salary step placement.
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11.c. Revision of Policy 5004 - Part-time Enrollment - Second Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
This policy update clarifies the process for students who are residing outside of our District who want to enroll part-time. These students would be considered "non-residents," not "Option" students.
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11.d. Annual Review of Board Policy 5205 - Graduation Requirements
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The change presented is to the wording regarding required English courses for Junior year students. The wording does not change the content of the policy or requirements for graduation
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12. New Business
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12.a. Annual Re-Adoption of Board Policy 5416 - Student Fees
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
There are no changes being made to this policy. There is an updated Appendix showing the fees for the 2022-2023 school year.
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12.b. Annual Re-Adoption of Board Policy 6400 & 6410 - Parental and Family Engagement
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Annual review. No changes requested.
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12.c. Revision of Board Policy 8343 - Agenda Construction - First Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
LB 83 requires agendas must be posted on the District's website twenty-four hours prior to each board meeting. Both agendas and meeting minutes must remain on the District's website for at least six months. No motion is required, first reading only.
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12.d. Revision of Board Policy 9200 - Formulation, Adoption, Amendment of Policies - First Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
Current policy requires Scottsbluff Public Schools to review all Board policies every two years. All policies were reviewed one year ago. This change requires all policies to be reviewed once every four year.
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12.e. Revision of Board Policy 6270 - Field Trips - First Reading
Speaker(s):
Marianne Cralson
Discussion:
This change reflects a new process for requesting parental approval of student field trips and excursions for all grade levels. SBPS will send one request at the beginning of each year to parents. During the school year, parents must be notified of individual trips at least 48 hours in advance and are able to opt out of any trip. No motion required, first reading only.
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12.f. Revision of Board Policy 6600 - Special Education - First Reading
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
NDE has distributed a technical assistance guide on policies and procedures for Special Education. Perry Law Firm has made recommended changes based on this guidance, which provides clarification on eligibility regarding infant and toddler age children. No motion is required, first reading only.
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12.g. Annual Review of Board Policy 5101 - Student Discipline
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Annual review. No changes requested.
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12.h. Annual Review of Board Policy 5413 - Student Interviews
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Annual review. No changes requested.
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12.i. Annual Review of Board Policy 4070 - Professional Boundaries
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Annual review. No changes requested.
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12.j. Annual Review of Board Policy 5008 - Student Attendance
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Annual review. No changes requested.
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12.k. Update to Panhandle Beginnings Interlocal Agreement
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The PBDT Interlocal has added two additional schools to the agreement. SBPS entered into a five-year agreement at the beginning, at which time we chose Option 1 based on enrollment. The cost to SBPS will not change based on this agreement.
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12.l. QCPUF Resolution
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Rising valuations and continuing to hold the levy at 5.2¢ has generated enough money for SBPS to retire the QCPUF bonds approximately two years early. The levy continues for the rest of the fiscal year.
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12.m. Adoption of North Platte NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson & Travis Rickey
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
SBPS is required to participate in plan creation for the North Platte NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan every three years. The District provides updates on enrollment, number of buildings, hazards such as floods or hail damage, etc. Facility assessments and long term plans are created to coincide with mitigation recommendations. The District is also required to adopt the plan in order to qualify for FEMA funds in the event of a natural disaster.
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12.n. Changes to Extra-Standard Services - Esports
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick & David Hoxworth
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
With the growth of the Esports program, SHS would like to implement a paid sponsor position in place of the current volunteer sponsor position. The Esports team has 15 members currently, with their season running from September through April with four practices per week. Students also participate in tournaments after school on weekends and weekly scrimmages. There are opportunities for expansion with more in-person competitions and plans to host a local competition. The allotted percentage will be split between two sponsors.
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12.o. Changes to Extra-Standard Services - AFJROTC
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick & David Hoxworth
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, SHS is requesting a supervisory position for the AFJROTC Program. This sponsor role would encompass all before and after school activities, including AFJRTOC's drill team, flight simulator, color guard practice, flag detail training, JLab training, model rocketry, and marksmanship. They are a Distinguished Unit of Merit.
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12.p. Approval of New Foreign Exchange Program
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
SHS requested the International Student Exchange program be an approved exchange program. Mr. Shaddick anticipates two incoming students for the 2022-2023 school years from this exchange program.
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12.q. Sports Medicine Textbook Purchase
Speaker(s):
Justin Shaddick
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Health Science Career Academy is expanding with the addition of a new Sports Medicine class for the purpose of attracting more male students. This class has a 56% male ratio currently signed up for the 2022-2023 school year. This class will be for seniors only and will be coupled with an internal internship program. ESSER funds will be used for the purchase of textbooks.
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13. Reports and Proposals
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13.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Ruth Kozal expressed condolences to Lori Browning regarding the recent passing of her father.
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13.b. Board Committee Reports
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13.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - No meeting in June or July. Next meeting will be in August.
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
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13.b.2. Facility Committee - No meeting in July. Next meeting will be in August.
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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13.b.3. Finance Committee - No meeting in July. Next meeting will be in August.
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
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13.b.4. Student Services Committee - No meeting in July. Next meeting will be in August.
Speaker(s):
Wendy Kemling
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13.c. From the Administrative Staff:
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13.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report
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13.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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13.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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13.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
No report.
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14. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember - Meeting dates will be published in the Star-Herald and/or on the District website.
Discussion:
Reminder July meeting in the evening this year.
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15. Move pursuant to §84-1410 of the Neb Rev Stat, also known as the Nebraska Open Meetings Law, that the Board of Education for Scottsbluff Public Schools go into Closed Session for the purposes of discussion of the evaluation of the job performance of the Superintendent, to prevent needless injury to the reputation of the Superintendent, and, at the conclusion of the closed session, that the Superintendent's evaluation instrument be immediately placed in his personnel file.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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16. Approve Superintendent Evaluation.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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17. Adjourn
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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