March 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM - Regular Board of Education Meeting
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1. GPS Board of Education Information
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The meeting agenda will be kept current and available for public inspection in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Education at the Central Office during regular working hours.
District Vision: Gering Public Schools provides a collaborative community, inspiring excellence and innovation in teaching and learning to empower student growth and leadership in school and life. District Mission: Gering Public Schools exists to equip today's learners with the skills necessary to be tomorrow's leaders. The Open Meetings Act requires and the intention of the Board is that agenda items be sufficiently descriptive to give the public reasonable notice of matters to be considered at the meeting. The Board of Education releases its agenda well in advance of most meetings and desires that all interested persons are fully informed. Any interested person who has a question or needs clarification about the sufficiency of a descriptive item should contact the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. If anyone in attendance is interested in addressing our Board, you are welcome to do so. We simply request that you complete the appropriate form and turn it in to us now, so that you may be recognized during the 'Patron Comment' section of our meeting. These forms are located by the entry doors of the meeting room. Agenda items are subject to reordering at the discretion of the board president. Board members may request specific agenda item(s) be moved to a different place on the agenda. Please attend the entire meeting to ensure you hear discussion on a particular agenda item. |
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2. Opening Procedures
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2.1. Call to Order
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The Board of Education reserves the right to enter into Executive Session for the protection of the public interest, or the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual, and if the individual has not requested a public meeting.
Discussion:
President Brian Copsey called this meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
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2.2. Roll Call
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2.3. Excuse Absent Board Member(s)
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2.4. Pledge of Allegiance
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2.5. Open Meetings Act
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Pursuant to Section 84-1412 of the Nebraska Statutes, the public is hereby informed that a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted in the Board meeting room on the west wall.
Notice of this meeting was published in the Gering Courier on Thursday, March 16, 2023. |
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3. Consent Agenda
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At this time, any Board member may request that any item in the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately.
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3.1. Expenditures:
01 General Fund $413,458.80 05 Activity Fund $120,375.20 06 Cafeteria Fund $135,358.42 08 Special Building Fund $21,830.00 Fund Totals: $691,022.42 |
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3.2. Minutes from the previous month's board meeting(s)
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3.3. Approval of Claims/Bills
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3.4. Board Policy Adoption
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3.4.i. First Reading of Board Policies
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3.4.i.1. 410.5 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE POLITICAL LEAVE
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3.4.i.2. 410.6 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE JURY DUTY LEAVE
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3.4.i.3. 410.7 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE MILITARY SERVICE LEAVE
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3.4.i.4. 410.8 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE UNPAID LEAVE
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3.4.i.5. 410.9 SICK LEAVE BANK
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3.4.i.6. 411.1 SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
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3.4.i.7. 411.1R1 SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS RATE OF PAY
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3.4.i.8. 411.2 SUMMER SCHOOL CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES
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3.4.i.9. 411.3 ATTENDANCE OFFICER
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3.4.i.10. 411.4 EDUCATION AIDE
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3.4.i.11. 412.1 CLASSIFIED STAFF DEFINED
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3.4.i.12. 412.2 CLASSIFIED STAFF QUALIFICATIONS, RECRUITMENT, AND SELECTION
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3.4.i.13. 412.4 CLASSIFIED STAFF LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
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3.4.i.14. 412.5 CLASSIFIED STAFF ASSIGNMENT
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3.4.i.15. 412.6 CLASSIFIED STAFF TRANSFERS
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3.4.i.16. 412.7 CLASSIFIED STAFF EVALUATION
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3.4.ii. Second Reading of Board Policies
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3.4.ii.1. 409.1 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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3.4.ii.2. 409.2 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE TRAINING, WORKSHOPS, OR CONFERENCES
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3.4.ii.3. 409.3 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE MENTOR TEACHERS
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3.4.ii.4. 409.4 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE PUBLICATION OR CREATION OF MATERIALS
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3.4.ii.5. 409.5 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE TUTORING
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3.4.ii.6. 410.1 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE VACATION, HOLIDAYS, AND PERSONAL LEAVE
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3.4.ii.7. 410.2 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ILLNESS LEAVE
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3.4.ii.8. 410.3 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE
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3.4.ii.9. 410.4 CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEE BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
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3.4.ii.10. 903.2R1 VISITORS TO SCHOOL
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3.5. Personnel Items
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3.5.i. Certified Staff Contract(s)
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3.5.i.1. Trey Winkler: Gering High School Math Teacher
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3.5.i.2. Paige Kirby: SPED Resource Teacher
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3.5.i.3. Jesse Neugebauer: Lincoln Elementary Principal
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3.5.i.4. Quinton Janecek: GHS Social Studies
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3.5.i.5. Glen Koski: LINKS Business Teacher
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3.5.ii. Certified Staff Resignation(s)
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3.5.ii.1. Sharon Kockenower: Lincoln Elementary Para (retiring)
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3.5.ii.2. Brianne Mize: SPED Teacher
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3.5.ii.3. Glenda Schmitt: Northfield Elementary Para
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3.5.ii.4. Lance Wiese: GHS Social Studies
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3.5.ii.5. Ashley DeLosSantos: GHS Counselor
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3.5.ii.6. Shaylah Stephens: Gering Junior High English Teacher
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3.5.ii.7. Rudi Palomo: Lincoln Elementary DAWGS Teacher
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4. Reports and Discussions
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4.1. Recognitions:
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Gering had a full house with all the recognition this evening. It is always such a pleasure seeing our student body succeeding in all the extra-curricular activities. Hats off to the students and coaches for successful seasons in Wrestling, Speech, Swimming, Harmony, and HOSA. Your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed!
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4.2. Employee Recognition: "Bulldogs Going Beyond"
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4.2.i. Jon Hutchison, Social Studies @ Jr. High
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Mr. Williams read the letter he submitted on behalf of Mr. Hutchison, to receive the Bulldog Going Beyond Award. Mr. Hutchison had his wife and children present to receive this award. Thank you for all you do for GPS!!!
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4.3. Board Committee Report: Curriculum & Personnel
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Tracy Wiese reported the following:
The middle school staff attended the AMLE conference, and also visited a high functioning middle school in Gillette, WY. The middle school staff is working on how to keep kids engaged and focused. |
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4.4. Board Committee Report: Finance & Facilities
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Brian Copsey reported the following:
The committee reviewed the A/P listing, and everything was balanced. State aid is increasing due to our enrollment numbers rising. D.A. Davidson presented at the meeting in regards to the Bond Buy Back they offer. Discussion about updates at the district office was also a topic at the meeting. Lastly, the Geil preschool playground is finally complete. |
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4.4.i. Monthly Finance Summary Report
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4.5. Legislative Update: President Brian Copsey
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Brian Copsey reported the following:
After a meeting on Monday morning (3/20/23) he stated that the Legislature may start grouping bills together to vote on, due to the volume of bills that are trying to get passed. |
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4.6. Superintendent's Report
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Dr. Nicole Regan reported the following:
Last week, GPS was selected as 1 of 3 districts in NE to host the State Wide Standard Response Protocol training. The training was overbooked with educators, administrators, and emergency personnel from the region. The Department of Education trained us on the reunification process as it related to a variety of emergency situations. Dr. Regan thanked all the coaches and students that were recognized for attending the meeting. Speech, Wrestling, Quiz Bowl, Seacats. Harmony and HOSA successes remind us of our WHY. Every student has the opportunity to grow and expand on their natural talents and strengths. We have the unique privilege to be here sharing their moments of outstanding accomplishments. We are nearing the end of the school year, and as a school community, we are staying focused on our purpose. As we come into a strong finish this quarter, I know we will continue to do great things! |
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5. Patron Comments
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6. Action Items
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6.1. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding the 4-year contract copier bid from Eakes Office Supply for the monthly amount of $4,891.02.
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7. Board Comments
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Tracy Wiese- Was with a heavy heart, as a Gering Family lost their daughter due to a car accident over the weekend. Please keep the Elsen Family in your prayers
John Maser- Also mentioned the Elsen family, and sends his condolences. Maser enjoyed being present for the activity recognitions as well. Greg Trautman- Is amazed at the time and effort the students put into all the programs at GPS. He also stated that the personal touch that GPS teachers give kids will not be found anywhere else! BJ Peters- He values extra-curricular activities go well beyond the classroom. Accomplishments like these tonight, "Just Don't Happen" Brian Copsey- Thanked the teachers and coaches for working endlessly with our students. Thanked Dr. Regan, Jennifer Sibal, and the High School staff on how the "Swatting" incident was handeled. We are truly surrounded by a great community! |
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7.1. Tentative Upcoming Board Meeting/Event Dates
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Future Board MeetingsSpecial Meeting: Tues, March 28, 2023 @ 12:00 p.m. (Central Office)Regular Meeting: Mon, April 17, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Special Meeting: Tues, April 25, 2023 @ 12:00 p.m. (Central Office) Tentative Committee Meeting Dates:Personnel & Curriculum Committee: Tues, April 4, 2023 @ 7:00 a.m. (Central Office)Policy Review Committee: Thurs, April 13, 2023 @ 4:00 p.m. (Central Office) Finance & Facilities Committee: Thurs, April 6, 2023 @ 4:30 p.m. (Central Office) Upcoming Event Highlights:No school for staff and students April 7 & 10, 2023 (Happy Easter)ACT Testing April 5, 2023 Footloose Musical @ GHS April 20, 21, & 22 at 7:00 pm |
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8. Adjourn
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The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
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