February 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Scottsbluff Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Opening Procedures
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Scott Reisig.
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1.a. Call to Order
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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:
This meeting was held in accordance to the Open Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was published in the Star-Herald and on the Scottsbluff Public Schools website.
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4. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a. Adopt Agenda
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4.b. Approval of Certified Staff Hire
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4.b.1. Art Patton, 7th Grade Science, Bluffs Middle School
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4.b.2. Andrea Johnson, Social Studies, Scottsbluff High School
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4.c. Approval of Certified Staff Resignation
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4.c.1. Sara Valentine, Kindergarten, Longfellow Elementary
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4.c.2. Anna Calihua, 1st Grade, Roosevelt Elementary
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4.c.3. Amanda Metcalf, Special Education, Westmoor Elementary
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4.d. Administrator Appointment
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4.d.1. Kristen Juelfs, Assistant Principal, Westmoor Elementary School
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4.e. Approve Minutes as follows:
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4.e.1. January 13, 2025
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4.e.2. January 27, 2025
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5. Expenditures
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5.a. Expenditures without Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C, Tory Schwartz, and Tree Monkeys LLC: $1,506,271.76
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.b. Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C. Expenditures: $107.50
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.c. Tory Schwartz Expenditures: $300.00
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.d. Tree Monkey LLC Expenditures: $5,500.00
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Awards and Recognitions
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6.a. AFJROTC Flight Academy - Allison Baer
Speaker(s):
William Runk, SMSgt
Discussion:
AFJROTC Sponsor SMSgt. William Runk spoke.
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7. Student Report
Speaker(s):
Ava Reed
Discussion:
SHS student Ava Reed gave a report to the Board of Education. Ava stated SHS had a great start to the second semester. Last week the students celebrated Winter Royalty week, full of fun-filled school spirit activities, highlighted by a great pep rally and the Winter Royalty Dance. Ava thanked the Bearcat Publication Team and the Drill Team for helping to create a great week for the students. Ava congratulated Maci Dorshorst and Brandon Baker for earning Winter Royalty Queen and King. Ava stated the Western Conference Basketball Tournament ended with the SHS Boys team winning the championship for the fourth straight year, and the Girls team winning third place. The SHS girls wrestling team recently competed at Districts, with Jazmyn Garcia winning 1st place, making her the first Girls’ District Champion in Bearcat history. Last Wednesday, SHS hosted the National Honor Society induction ceremony, inducting 41 new members. The Mu Alpha Theta team just took the Probe 1 exam and nine students qualified for the UNL Probe 2 scholarship competition. Ava stated the students are looking forward to a very busy month. Winter activities will be concluding their respective seasons and the career student organizations will be preparing for all of their state competitions. Ava thanked the Board of Education for their continued support.
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8. Public Comment - a total of 120 minutes will be allotted (no more than 5 minutes per speaker).
Discussion:
There were no members of the public present who wished to address the Board of Education.
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9. Update
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9.a. Strategic Priority #3 - Facilities
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson, Travis Rickey, Melissa Price
Discussion:
Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson, Director of Communications Melissa Price, and Director of Facilities Travis Rickey provided an update to the Board of Education on Strategic Priority #3 - "In alignment with District Priorities, Scottsbluff Public Schools will Invest in Upgraded Facilities and Infrastructure."
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9.b. Sodexo
Speaker(s):
Melanie Stedman
Discussion:
Sodexo General Manager Melanie Stedman gave an update to the Board of Education.
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10. New Business
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10.a. Student Teacher Stipend
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Reports and Proposals
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11.a. Board Members
Discussion:
Board Member Tory Schwartz stated he appreciated all the efforts made by staff during School Board Appreciation Week and stated he is very appreciative of all SBPS staff. Paul Snyder, Mark Lang, and Rob Polk all expressed appreciation as well and thanked staff members.
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11.b. Board Committee Reports
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11.b.1. Curriculum & Instruction/Americanism Committee - Next Meeting: February 21, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.2. Facility Committee - Next Meeting: March 4, 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.3. Finance Committee - Next Meeting: March 3, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
No report.
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11.b.4. Student Services Committee - Next Meeting: February 20, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c. From the Administrative Staff
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11.c.1. Executive Director of Finance
Speaker(s):
Marianne Carlson
Discussion:
Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson updated the Board of Education on an approved change order for the Early Childhood project as per Board Policy 3133.
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11.c.2. Executive Director of Student Services
Speaker(s):
Dr. Wendy Kemling
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.3. Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Speaker(s):
Mike Mason
Discussion:
No report.
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11.c.4. Superintendent
Speaker(s):
Dr. Andrew Dick
Discussion:
Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick stated the legislative session is underway, and he would continue to keep board members updated on any legislation that could impact the District. Dr. Dick shared that LB 303 would reduce the local effort rate within the formula as well as the max levy by three cents each while increasing Foundation Aid to schools by 6% for the upcoming school year. Dr. Dick stated there is a number of other bills proposed that could have various impacts, such as a bill that could change the state's contribution to the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement System. Dr. Dick stated they will continue to closely watch the legislature, advocate where necessary, and update the Board of Education so they may have the ability to advocate as well.
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12. Future Meetings and Dates to Remember
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12.a. February 14, 2025 - No School for Students and Staff
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12.b. February 17, 2025 - ESU Professional Development Day - No School for Students
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12.c. February 18, 2025 - No School for K-5 & 6-8 Students
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12.d. March 7, 2025 - No School for K-5 Students
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12.e. March 10, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting
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12.f. March 26, 2025 - ReConnect Graduation @ 5:30 PM - BMS Cafeteria
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13. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The Regular Board of Education Meeting adjourned at 6:44 PM.
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