November 13, 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 Gray called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Discussion:  Superintendent Kevin Case recognized Peter Haugh, Transportation Coordinator, for his 16 years of service to the Douglas School District.
He presented Sydney Franck a certificate and plaque in recognition of her Early Career School Psychologist Award from the South Dakota Association of School Psychologists. 
He also acknowledged American Education Week and the importance of recognizing our staff for going above and beyond in the work they do for our kids.
 

Discussion:  There was nothing for public forum.

Discussion:         Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of October 23, 2023.

Discussion:         Approved Personnel Action for November 13, 2023. (Attachment)

Discussion:         Approved Accounts Payable Report for November 15 and October 2023 Payroll Report. (Attachments)

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

Discussion:  Superintendent Items:

Discussion:  Operational Support Services Items:

Discussion:  Executive Director of Operational Support Services Bud Gusso reported on the 2nd annual Delta Dental Van visit.  Twenty-eight students received a combination of diagnostic, preventive and/or restorative care for a value of $47,759 at no cost to families. 

Discussion:         Revised Board Policy EEA - Bus Transportation Policy
       Revised Board Policy Regulation EEA-R - Bus Transportation Policy
       Revised Board Policy EEAB - School Bus Scheduling and Routing
       Revised Board Policy JFCH - Alcohol and Other Drug Use by Students
       Revised Board Policy Regulation JFCH-R - Student Abuse of Alcohol and Other Drugs Regulation
       Reviewed Board Policy JFCJ - Dangerous Weapons in the School
       Revised Board Policy JFCK - Cell Phones and Portable Digital Media Devices
       Revised Board Policy JFCL - Student Registered Sex Offenders
       Reviewed Board Policy JFEE - Participation in Work Study Programs
       Revised Board Policy Regulation JFEE-R - Participation in Work Study Programs Regulation
       Revised Board Policy JFG - Student Searches
       Reviewed Board Policy JFH - Student Complaints and Grievances
       Reviewed Board Policy JFHA - Student Nondiscrimination Grievance Procedure
       Reviewed Board Policy Exhibit JFHA-E(1) - Grievance Filing Form
       Revised Board Policy JG - Student Discipline
       Reviewed Board Policy JGA - Prohibition of Corporal Punishment

Hear Information Reading of the following Board Policies:
       Revise Board Policy JGB - Restraint and Seclusion
       Review Board Policy Exhibit JGB-E(1) - Incident Report Form
       Review Board Policy Exhibit JGB-E(2) - Debriefing Form
       Review Board Policy JH - Wellness Policy
       Review Board Policy JHC - Student Health
       Review Board Policy JHCA - Student Immunizations and Physical Exams
       Review Board Policy Regulation JHCA-R - School Immunization Program
       Review Board Policy JHCDA - Student Self-Administration of Prescription Asthma & Anaphylaxis Medication
       Review Board Policy Exhibit JHCDA-E/JHCDC-E - Annual Authorization Form
       Review Board Policy JHCDB - Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
       Review Board Policy JHCDC - Diabetes Health Care and Insulin Administration
       Revised Board Policy JHDA - Student Welfare Crisis Intervention

Discussion:  Reports:

Superintendent Kevin Case reported that a Preschool Survey was sent out on November 8 with the hopes of reaching not only existing families but also new families with young children.  Once all responses are received, he will present the data at an upcoming meeting. He also stated that in discussions regarding long range planning for the district that the high school track, football field and stadium are items that have been brought up.  He will be exploring grant resources, including the OLDCC grant for the planning phase of some projects. With the two administrative vacancies at Central Office, they are having conversations about the future structure.  Positions will be advertised after Christmas. 

 

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

Tonya Amaral reported that the Booster Club online apparel store is still open for staff and families wanting to order Patriot Gear. The next Booster Club meeting is November 28.

Amy McGovern encouraged folks to attend the high school drama this week. She also stated the board can have more than one LAN (Legislative Action Network) representative for the upcoming State Legislative session--Tanya Gray and Amy McGovern will be the contacts.

Tanya Gray will have a Black Hills Special Services Cooperative Board of Directors meeting next week.  She will be unable to attend the December party so alternate Amy McGovern will attend.
 

Discussion:  President Gray called the Board out of executive session at 5:53 pm.
No action taken.

Discussion:  School board members participated in a work session to further review their vision for "desired state" as it relates to board leadership and continued to work toward further developing and refining potential board goals.