August 28, 2023 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
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1. Call Meeting To Order:
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. |
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2. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence In Honor Of Fallen Soldiers And Active Duty Persons:
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3. Recognition: Fran Apland, EAFB SLO and BOE Associate Member
Discussion:
Superintendent Kevin Case spoke on behalf of the Board and district administration to recognize Fran Apland, the Ellsworth Air Force base School Liaison and Associate School Board Member. Fran is retiring after forty-two years advocating for kids in various capacities. Her efforts have facilitated effective communication, as well as created a sense of unity and collaboration between the military and school districts. She has truly made a lasting positive impression on everyone she has worked with through the years.
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4. Review of Board Working Agreements:
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5. Public Forum:
Discussion:
There was nothing for public forum.
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6. Approval of Agenda:
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7. Consent Agenda Items:
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7.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2023.
Discussion:
Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2023.
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7.B. Approve Personnel Action
Discussion:
Approved Personnel Action for August 28, 2023. (Attachment)
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7.C. Approve Financial Reports
Discussion:
Approved July Financial Reports. (Attachment)
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7.D. Approve the Purchases and Issuing of Accounts Payable.
Discussion:
Approved Accounts Payable Report. (Attachment)
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7.E. Approve Conflict Disclosures and Waiver Authorizations as Fair and Reasonable Pursuant to SDCL 3-23-3.
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7.F. Approve Declaring Items (VES and DMS Textbooks) as Surplus. (Surplus for sale or discard)
Discussion:
Approved declaring Vandenberg and Douglas Middle School textbooks as surplus. (Surplus for sale or discard)
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7.G. Approve Declaring Items (DMS Activities Equipment) as Surplus. (Surplus for sale or discard)
Discussion:
Approved declaring Douglas Middle School Activities equipment as surplus. (surplus for sale or discard)
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7.H. Approve request to add one (1) Certified Special Education FTE at Carrousel School for Early Childhood Special Education Compliance.
Discussion:
Approved request to add one (1) certified Special Education FTE at Carrousel for early childhood special education compliance.
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7.I. Approve 2025 Band/Drama New York City Trip
Discussion:
Approved the Douglas High School band and drama trip to New York City in April 2025.
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8. Items Removed From Consent Agenda
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9. Elementary and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Items:
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10. Superintendent Items:
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10.A. Approve Student Assignment Requests as recommended for the 2023-24 school year.
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10.B. Review Board Self Evaluation per BOE Policy BK-E
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11. Fiscal Resources Items:
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12. Operational Support Services Items:
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12.A. Approve 2023-2024 School Resource Officer MOU Between Douglas School District and Box Elder Police Department.
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12.B. Approve SECOND READING of NEW Board Policy JHDB, and JHDB-R (Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention) and Accompanying Exhibits, JHDB-E1, E2, E3.
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12.C. Approve FIRST READING of REVISED Board Policy EFB, Free and Reduced Price Food Services.
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13. Reports:
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13.A. Superintendent:
A. Brief Back To School Update: B. Brief Update on Meeting With Legislative Representatives: C. Update on Executive Director of Secondary Education and Communications Coordinator Vacant Position:
Discussion:
Reports:
Superintendent Kevin Case noted that the school year was off to a great start. He mentioned that there is great energy and enthusiasm among staff and students. Superintendent Case gave the Board an update on recent meetings with lawmakers at both the federal and state levels. The Congressional Delegation believes there is a path forward to secure funds to build Elementary School #1. |
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13.B. Committee Reports From Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
Discussion:
Committee Reports from Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
Tonya Amaral was excited to see new faces at the recent Booster Club meeting. The Booster Club will be participating in the City of Box Elder Patriot Day event planned for September 9. It was a good first week back-to-school including some sports victories. The next Booster Club meeting will be September 18 at 6:30 at the Douglas High School Library. Fran Apland met with the high school principal, Mr. Voegeli to discuss plans for a high school level Anchored4Life group. There are already groups at the elementary and middle school buildings. She stated the State MIC3 meeting will be later this week facilitated by the State Commissioner, Ann Pettit. She thanked everyone for their support and stated she loves this work. Amy McGovern attended the Box Elder Area Chamber of Commerce meeting last week. She updated the board members on the various community events scheduled in the coming weeks. Tanya Gray attended the Black Hills Special Service Cooperative Board of Directors meeting last Wednesday. They took an in-depth look at the budget. Board Members individually thanked Fran and Katy Urban for their service to the Douglas School District. |
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14. Upcoming Calendar Events:
September 4 - No School - Holiday September 11 - BOE Meeting, 5:00 pm |
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15. Board Work Session:
Discussion:
Board members and associate board members participated in a work session conducted by Elynor Martinez from Leadership Matters. She presented an overview of the leadership work led by district and building administration, making connections between the district's strategic direction, adaptive schools, district initiatives and how to best support and sustain those initiatives.
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16. Adjournment
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