July 11, 2022 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION

Discussion:  All actions in these Minutes were by unanimous vote unless otherwise stated.

President Melendez called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.

Discussion:  President Melendez read a resolution honoring outgoing Board Member Ben Frerichs for his five years of service to the students, staff and community of Douglas School District. 

Discussion:  There was nothing for public forum.

Discussion:  Held Public Hearing on the proposed 2022-23 School District Budget. There were no public comments.

Discussion:            Approved Special Meeting Minutes for June 20, 2022 and Regular Meeting Minutes for
          June 27, 2022.

Discussion:            Approved Personnel Action for July 11, 2022. (Attachment)

Discussion:            Approved Accounts Payable Report for July 15, 2022 and Payroll Report for June 2022.
         (Attachments)

Discussion:            There were no conflicts disclosed as defined in SDCL 3-23.

Discussion:            Approved ThoughtExchange License Renewal for the 2022-23 school year.

Discussion:            Approved Overnight/Out-of-State High School Trip Requests for the 2022-23 school
          year.

Discussion:  Superintendent Items:

Discussion:  The DLR Group presented an overview of the development of the new elementary design. It reviewed the step-by-step process to reach this point. The presentation covered the site (dropoff/pickup areas, parking and playgrounds), as well as, the interior and exterior design based on the colors & hues, textures, and materials used in different areas throughout the building to represent the concept of being guided by light in exploring caves.  The new PK-5 elementary building will be located between Creekside Estates and Prairie View Estates subdivisions, south of 14/16. The Design Development will be recommended for approval at the next board meeting.

Discussion:  WHEREAS, Ben Frerichs has faithfully served the children and patrons of the Douglas School District for five (5) years as a school board member; and

WHEREAS, Ben Frerichs has been involved in and contributed to the activities and functions of the schools and has given freely of his time and energies to resolve the issues, both educational and financial, which have come before the Board; and

WHEREAS, Ben Frerichs has maintained high standards and earned the respect of educators and fellow board members;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the School Board of Douglas School District 51-1 hereby commends Ben Frerichs for his valuable contributions to the students and staff of the Douglas School District.

Discussion:  Fiscal Resources Items:

Discussion:   LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Douglas School District #51-1 Board of Education, after duly considering the FY22 Expenditure needs, hereby approves and authorizes the transfer of FY22 contingency funds to the appropriate expenditure accounts within and between the General and Special Education Funds for payment of instructional materials, equipment and costs not to exceed $301,422. 
 

Discussion:  Operational Support Services Items:

Discussion:            Approved First Readings:
          Revised Board Policy AA - School District Legal Status
          Revised Board Policy ABAC - Parent Involvement
          Revised Board Policy AC - Nondiscrimination in Federal Programs
          Revised Board Policy AEA - Tobacco Free Schools
          Revised Board Policy AH - Conflict of Interest Disclosure and Authorization
          Revised Board Policy GCBDC - Jury Duty Leave

          Approved Review:
          Board Policy ABA - Parental / Community Involvement in Decision Making
          Board Policy ABAB - Parent Involvement
          Board Policy Regulation AC-R - Nondiscrimination in Federal Program Complaint
          Procedure
          Board Policy Exhibits AC-E(1), AC-E(2), and AC-E(3) - Nondiscrimination in Federal
          Programs Complaint Forms
          Board Policy ACAB - Prohibition Against Aiding and Abetting Sexual Abuse
          Board Policy ACB - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap/Disability
          Board Policy ADA - Mission Statement
          Board Policy AGA - Contested Hearings
          Board Policy Exhibit AH-E(1) Conflict of Interest Disclosure
          Board Policy Exhibit AH-E(2) School Board Action on Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Discussion:  Committee Reports from Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members.

Board members individually thanked Ben Frerichs for his service on the school board. He replied that as an alumni, it has been an honor to serve, and he feels the Board is in a good place. Members don't always agree, but there is candid discussion and resolution.

Tanya Gray reminded board members that early registration for the ASBSD Joint Convention ends Friday.  In addition, there is a New Board Member Workshop and the President's Workshop on Wednesday which require additional registration.

Cathy Melendez stated the Box Elder Chamber of Commerce meets next week.

 

Discussion:  Upcoming Calendar Events:
     July 25-28 - Session 2 Adaptive Schools Staff Training
     July 25      - Special BOE Meeting - Work Session with Toni Prickett 5:00 pm
     August 15 - Special BOE Meeting - Ellie Martinez - District Values & Beliefs

Discussion:  President Melendez called the Board our of executive session at 6:15 p.m.

No action taken.