December 9, 2024 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:
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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 November 25, 2024.
Discussion:
Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes for November 25, 2024.
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7.B. Approve Personnel Action
Discussion:
Approved Personnel Action for December 9, 2024. (Attachment)
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7.C. Approve the Purchases and Issuing of Accounts Payable and Payroll
Discussion:
Approved the Purchases and Issue of Accounts Payable and November Payroll Reports. (Attachments)
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7.D. Approve thirteen (13) high school students for early graduation (graduation in fewer than eight semesters), pending successful completion of all required classes and credits.
Discussion:
Approved thirteen (13) high school students for early graduation (graduation in fewer than eight semesters), pending successful completion of all required classes and credits.
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7.E. Approve Conflict Disclosures and Waiver Authorizations Pursuant to SDCL 3-23-3
Discussion:
There were no conflicts disclosed as defined in SDCL 3-23.
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7.F. Approve Declaring Library Books as Surplus (surplus for sale or discard).
Discussion:
Approved declaring library books as surplus (surplus for sale or discard).
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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:
Discussion:
Superintendent Items:
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10.A. Approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Douglas School Board hereby recognizes and commends Dawn Beltran on the occasion of her retirement. For twenty-three years, Dawn faithfully served the Douglas School District 51-1, dedicating herself to the success of its staff and students. It is with great sadness that we also acknowledge Dawn's passing on December 2nd, following her courageous battle with ALS. Her planned recognition for retirement now becomes a tribute to her life, work, and countless lives she touched in the Douglas School District and beyond. Dawn's contributions to our community are immeasurable. She was a beloved colleague, mentor, and friend whose positive spirit and unwavering commitment will never be forgotten. While her loss is deeply felt, we are grateful for the time she spent with us and will carry forward her legacy with pride and purpose. Our thoughts and prayers remain with her family, friends, colleagues, and the many students whose lives she shaped. We were truly blessed to have her as a part of our District team, and we will continue to honor her memory. |
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10.B. Education Savings Plan and School Voucher Program Update
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BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Douglas School Board hereby recognizes and commends Dawn Beltran on the occasion of her retirement. For twenty-three years, Dawn faithfully served the Douglas School District 51-1, dedicating herself to the success of its staff and students.
It is with great sadness that we also acknowledge Dawn's passing on December 2nd, following her courageous battle with ALS. Her planned recognition for retirement now becomes a tribute to her life, work, and countless lives she touched in the Douglas School District and beyond. Dawn's contributions to our community are immeasurable. She was a beloved colleague, mentor, and friend whose positive spirit and unwavering commitment will never be forgotten. While her loss is deeply felt, we are grateful for the time she spent with us and will carry forward her legacy with pride and purpose. Our thoughts and prayers remain with her family, friends, colleagues, and the many students whose lives she shaped. We were truly blessed to have her as a part of our District team, and we will continue to honor her memory. Education Savings Plan and School Voucher Program Update. Superintendent Kevin Case explained that during the Governor's Budget address, she rolled out what she is calling Education Savings Accounts, which is just another fancy name for Vouchers. She is proposing 4 million dollars for this initiative. He wanted to take a moment to make sure board members were aware of the proposals. This is the first of several measures along this line that we continue to see each year during the legislative session. This is informational only at this point. Also included is a sample resolution that ASBSD has prepared for districts to oppose school voucher proposals. |
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10.C. Review Superintendent Evaluation Timeline
Discussion:
Reviewed Superintendent Evaluation Timeline:
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11. Fiscal Resources Items:
Discussion:
Fiscal Resources Items:
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11.A. Hear report and acknowledge receipt of FY2024 Audit Report conducted by Ketel Thorstenson, LLP.
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12. Operational Support Services Items:
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Operational Support Services Items:
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12.A. Approve First Reading of Revised Board Policy DLC - Expense Reimbursements.
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12.B. Approve First Reading of Revised Board Policy DN - School Properties Disposal Procedure.
Discussion:
Revised Board Policy DLC - Expense Reimbursements
Revised Board Policy DN - School Properties Disposal Procedure |
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12.C. Informational Reading of Revised Board Policy AF - Dangerous Weapons in the Schools
Discussion:
Information Reading of the following Board Policies:
Revised/Renamed Board Policy AF - Dangerous Weapons in the Schools Revised Board Policy DK - Fiscal Management |
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12.D. Informational Reading of Revised Board Policy DK - Fiscal Management
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13. Reports:
Discussion:
Reports:
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13.A. Superintendent:
Discussion:
Superintendent Kevin Case gave an update on the work directed by Studer. The January 6th PD day will be an important part on how all the puzzle pieces fit together. He plans to have some teachers/staff at the next board meeting to share their experiences with Studer.
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13.B. Committee Reports From Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
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Committee Reports from Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
Tanya Gray and Amy McGovern reported they would both be attending the Black Hills Special Services Christmas Party on December 13. |
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14. Upcoming Calendar Events:
December 23 - January 7 Winter Break - No School for Students January 6 - Special BOE Meeting, 5:00 pm January 6-7 - Staff PD Days January 13 - BOE Meeting, 5:00 pm |
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15. Executive Session
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16. Action As A Result of Executive Session
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17. Adjournment
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