June 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION

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

President Tanya Gray called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Discussion:  There was nothing for public forum.

Discussion:            Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2023.

Discussion:            Approved Accounts Payable Report for June 15, 2023 and May Payroll Expenditures. (Attachments)

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

Discussion:            Approved the tentative Douglas Transportation Schedule for the 2023-24 school year.

Discussion:  Elementary an Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Items:

Discussion:  Executive Director of Elementary Academics Ann Pettit presented the K-5 Acadience Reading student data for the beginning of the year, middle of the year and end of year, over the past 4 years. There continues to be strong gains in reading as 70% of elementary students are currently at or above the benchmark compared to 45% in 2019.  Looking at the data at building and grade level supports decisions for future professional development, curriculum alignment, professional learning communities and the need for common formative assessments. 

Executive Director of Secondary Academic Kit Veit shared the data from NWEA (Northwest Evaluation Association) MAP Growth.  This is the first year to measure the math, reading, language usage and science data for grades 6-12.   

Discussion:  Executive Director of Secondary Academics Kit Veit explained that Black Hills Online Learning will be used for high school credit recovery this summer.  Student can earn up to one credit. 

Discussion:  Superintendent Items:

Discussion:  BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Douglas School Board hereby recognizes and commends the following staff members on the occasion of their retirement. Their many years of dedication and service to the Douglas School District have benefited countless staff and students. The Board wishes them success and happiness in the future.

     Lisa Bauer             13 Years
     Theresa Mellen     15 Years
     Michelle Moser       8 Years
     Larry Pettigrew      16 Years

Discussion:  Operational Support Services Items:

Discussion:             Reviewed Board Policy JA - Student Policies Goals
           Reviewed Board Policy JB - Equal Education Opportunities
           Revised Board Policy JEA - Compulsory Attendance Age
           Reviewed Board Policy JEAA - Students Alternative Instruction
           Reviewed Board Policy JEB - Entrance Age
           Reviewed Board Policy JEC - School Admissions
           Revised Board Policy JECA - Admission of Resident Students
           Revised Board Policy JECAC - Transfer from an Accredited School

Discussion: 
     Board Policy JECAA - Grade Placement and Credits of Student Enrolling from Unaccredited Schools & Alternative Instruction
     Board Policy JECBA - Admission of Exchange and Foreign Students
     Board Policy Regulation JECBA-R - Admission of Exchange Students Regulation
     Board Policy JECE - Student Withdrawal from School
     Board Policy JF - Student Rights and Responsibilities
     Board Policy JFA - Student Due Process Rights
     Board Policy Regulation JFA-R - Student Due Process
     Board Policy JFAA - Search and Seizure - Student

Discussion:  Reports:

Superintendent Kevin Case reported that he felt some progress was made at the base meeting in May.  They discussed the urgency for funding, the source for funding and the importance of accurate numbers and demographics.

He also commented that he spent two days helping with an Adaptive Schools Training in Illinois. He will assist with the training next month at Douglas.  
 

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

Fran Apland thanked Ms. Pettit and Ms. Veit for presenting the student data, and Mr. Gusso for his work on the board policies giving consideration to the military families. 

Board members appreciated the data presentation.

Discussion:  President Gray brought the Board out of executive session at 6:09 p.m.